Video Producer Job at Asset Marketing Services, LLC in Saint Paul

Company Overview

Asset Marketing Services, LLC (AMS) is a leading direct-to-consumer collector platform, focusing on high-end collectibles and bullion. We offer a curated selection that ranges from ancient artifacts to vintage and modern pieces. With our concierge service, we place sought-after pieces directly into the hands of collectors. Our close work with major world mints also allows us to deliver desirable coins to our customers quickly, while developing new and exclusive products. Our company vision is to bring the obsession with beauty, scarcity and value to life for our customers. Our customer's passion fuels our purpose as a company.

We're on the lookout for talented, motivated individuals to take our team to the next level. Everything we do is personal, motivated by the desire to inspire our customers and each other. If that sounds like you, a career with AMS may be in your future.

For more information about AMS, please visit our company website www.amsi-corp.com

Position Overview

We are seeking a talented and creative Video Producer to join our dynamic Brand & Creative Team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for storytelling through video, a keen eye for detail, and a thorough understanding of the latest video production processes, techniques and trends. This role will oversee high-quality video production that aligns with our brand and engages our audience across various platforms.

Essential Functions, Duties & Accountabilities

As our Video Producer, you will be responsible for the end-to-end video production across all channels including our website, social, digital media, 60-second spots, long form TV and our weekly live streaming format for new product launches. You will lead projects and guide teams comprised of our in-house Videographer/Video Editor, Copy Lead and Art Directors to execute all videos in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has experience producing suites of integrated video assets that hold a narrative together across various channels.

Pre-Production

• You will proactively partner/collaborate with Product Development, Merchandising, Ecomm, Sales and Marketing teams to plan and scale GOVMINT's video strategies.
• Working with these same partners, you will translate their inputs and objectives into action-orientated creative briefs that get the working team excited to make awesome content.
• Assemble the appropriate resources & crew for each video project-pulling in freelancers when needed to fill capacity gaps or specialized skillsets (i.e. gaffer, sound engineer, set dresser).
• Facilitate creative kick-offs and brainstorms with Copy Lead, Art Director and Videographer to crystalize the video concept, narrative, hook and treatment.
• Ensure that compelling narratives and art direction treatments are approved by all key stakeholders ahead of Production Day(s).
• Secure/coordinate on-camera interviewees and gain alignment on questions ahead of Production.
• Secure/coordinate on-camera talent for weekly live stream product launches and gain approval of their scripts/content ahead of Live Production.
• Provide on-camera interviewees questions ahead of Production Day, for prep.
• Own the Pre-Pro decks including approved narrative, storyboards, shot lists, products needed, interviewees/questions, treatment, delivery specs, logistics, locations, schedules, call times, etc.
• Schedule & communicates the shoot date, times, locations.
• Coordinate all logistics, travel, schedules, meals, equipment rental, scouting for on-location shoots.
• Request, acquire and return any physical products needed for the shoot from our warehouse.
• Coordinate any props or other physical items needed on set.
• Prepare and complete usage contracts and talent release forms.
• Negotiates and handle any additional production costs and contracts​ when needed.

Production Day(s)

• Be the lead on set for productions in our Eagan studio and on-location shoots.
• Optimize Production Day(s) to the fullest, capturing as much content as possible with minimal non-shooting time.
• Ensure that the Production Day goes smoothly and all shots are captured from the shot list.
• Manage the schedule of on-camera talent on Production Day(s).
• Provide food & drink on Production Day for crew/talent.​
• Be the Showrunner of weekly live stream product launches for virtual and in-person audiences-ensuring that the format, content, talent, AV quality, lighting and interactive experiences are above par and continually optimized for improvement.

Post-Production

• Manage the Post-Production process, timelines, routing, revisions and final delivery of assets.
• Guide Video Editor towards first cut based on the creative brief approved in Pre-Production.
• Coordinate recorded voiceover or source other VO solutions as needed.
• Source existing footage from mints, artists and historical archives to supplement the edit.
• Present or route videos to key stakeholders, gathering and consolidating actionable feedback for the Video Editor.
• Determine content strategy and cut down approach needed to produce suites of integrated video assets that hold a narrative together across various channels.
• Quality control videos before delivery-ensuring assets meet all technical and brand standards.
• Properly archive and organize video files once completed.
• Lead Video Retrospectives to continually improve our content strategy and executional operations.

Overall

• Drive the vision and evolution of GOVMINT's end-to-end video production capabilities.
• Project manage and prioritize multiple video projects at a time-effectively communicating updates.
• Oversee and prioritize the workflow of our Videographer/Video Editor.
• Manage our Eagan Content Studio-scheduling, set, equipment, etc.
• Manage and track expenses associated with video production.
• Assist in the development of video playbooks-defining contemporary brand standards, scope of deliverables for launch tiers, content strategy, channel best practices, SOPs and scaling strategies.

Experience, Skills and Requirements

• 6-8+ years of as a Video Producer or similar role, preferably in a creative agency or production company.
• Degree in Film, Video Production, Multimedia, or a related field is preferred.
• A portfolio showcasing your proven ability to produce high-quality videos including any examples of exceptional pre-pro decks you have prepared.
• Experience with long and short form videos for social, digital media, websites and TV.
• Experience with live streaming video productions a big plus.
• Highly organized, excellent communicator, even better collaborator.
• Strong project management skills.
• Strong understanding of lighting, sound and camera operations.
• Good understanding of video editing software (i.e. Premiere Pro, After Effects).
• Hands-on video editing a plus, but not required.
• Experience with Frame.io and Monday.com a plus.
• Basic Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• This is a hybrid role, 3 days week on set in Eagan, MN and other filming locations as need be.
• 10% - 15% per year domestic and international travel may be required up to a week at a time.
• Previous experience in aspirational niche markets or high-end luxury products, like coins, a plus.

Benefits

AMS believes that investing in our employees is critical to having a successful company. We offer competitive compensation and benefit programs. Our Benefit programs include: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA Plans, Accidental & Critical Illness, Life Insurance, Disability, AD&D, 401(k) Employer Match, Quarterly Profit Distribution, Paid Holidays and 16 Paid days of Personal Time Off.

Closing

AMS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to hiring practices and a workplace environment that provides equal opportunities for all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by federal and state law.

Asset Marketing Services, LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. See E-Verify's official poster at https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf