Easterseals Southern California is hiring: Digital Video Content Producer - Hybr

Overview:

OVERVIEW OF POSITION:

The Digital Content Producer will work closely with the Director of Digital Content to spearhead the full production of short to long form videos about our services, programs, fundraising, and other initiatives throughout Southern California for use on our social media platforms, websites, and intranet; bringing creativity and professional quality to all produced materials. This position will lead in video development, production, post-production, and shooting in the field, requiring travel throughout Southern California areas. This position is a member of the organizations Marketing Communications team.

Hiring Range: $66,560 - $81,000 / yr

Responsibilities:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Films and edits video content to support internal communications, marketing initiatives, and campaigns. Responsibilities include script, lighting set-up, sound recording, camera set-up/operation.
• Lead on-site/studio video shoots by managing production requirements, such as set selection, lighting, A/V equipment operation, photography, and directing talent as required by the project.
• Ensures all video content is on-brand and meets company standards for quality and style; Executes processes efficiently while maintaining established branded guidelines, ensuring all deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Equipment maintenance - Ensure all equipment is properly stored and maintained.
• Works with Marketing Communications team and leadership for content review, revisions, and approvals.
• Assist with live-streaming, virtual recordings, and troubleshooting, as needed.
• Hybrid role with work from home, in the office(?) and with regular driving to various locations throughout Southern California (Los Angeles, Orange County, Ventura, Inland Empire San Bernardino, Riverside and San Diego Counties) to create engaging video content.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

EDUCATION:

• A bachelors degree or equivalent work experience in TV/Film, Journalism, Communications, or related field.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5+ years experience creating (shooting and editing) videos for social media platforms (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, etc.) and websites.
• 2+ years experience in Branded Content.
• Experience shooting professional or semi-pro video/photo cameras and equipment. Must provide 5-7 samples of completed work. (Must include branded samples).
• Preferred work experience in a studio and/or agency.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:

• Strong background in camera work, sound, lighting set-ups, and conducting on-camera interviews.
• Highly skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud apps including Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition, and Media Encoder, as well as Microsoft Office applications.
• Must be comfortable in a Windows/PC-based environment.
• Experience in Adobe After Effects a plus.
• Balance and grade color and sound mixing within Adobe Premiere.
• Experience with codecs, image types, resolutions, and frame rates as they pertain to digital media trends.
• Strong editing skills to cut story-driven content for social media and digital video platforms.
• Attention to detail and an ability to take and implement direction, feedback, and delivery of assets.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing timelines and deliverables.
• Knowledgeable of social media and digital video platforms.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams.
• Ability to work independently and under close direction.
• Reliable transportation is required.
• Ability to drive throughout Southern California.
• Proactive thinker with ability to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously.