This is a prime opportunity to create and refine content that highlights the beauty, innovation and hard work involved in modern agriculture. Virginia Farm Bureau is seeking a capable, experienced professional to join our video team. We produce a 30-minute television program, Real Virginia, that tells the story of agriculture statewide. Our program also has a national footprint on RFD-TV, and our YouTube channel has over 15,000 subscribers. We need someone who can manage every part of the video production process, from ideation and scheduling to final delivery, and everything in between. Ours is a bi-monthly program we’d like to see go weekly, and we need solid oversight and quality assurance. We are a Mac shop, and we use Avid and Premiere to edit our content. Agricultural background or experience is a plus, but not a prerequisite.
- Manage video content producers and all aspects of video conception, scriptwriting, production and post-production.
- Serve on occasion as writer and editor for Real Virginia content.
- Full-time position based in Richmond, Va., area.
- Some ability to work from home.
Primary Duties
- Serve as primary video producer for all content, from planning to scriptwriting to reviewing first drafts and distribution of end product to more than 45 affiliates and/or corporate customers.
- Manage two full-time employees, plus contractors and volunteer talent, including occasional evening and weekend work.
- Plan and develop themes and objectives for video projects related to Farm Bureau and agricultural issues.
- Develop ideas that help advance Farm Bureau’s policies, showcase trends in the ag industry, and keep the public abreast of modern agriculture and its relevance.
- Administrative duties including shooting schedules; approving invoices, expense reports, time sheets and performance reviews.
- As needed, serve as talent and/or videographer for special video projects, including voice-over, interviews, script writing and on camera.
- Budget and manage the financial aspects of video production. This includes monitoring sponsorships, fees from outside vendors and contractors, and keeping work within budget.
- Ensure that supplies and equipment are in working order and on site, assembled and ready to use when required, both in the studio and in remote locations.
- Research and submit requests for needed equipment, software, services and technical support.
Additional Duties
- Coach video production team and talent in the successful execution of their responsibilities and goals.
- All other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Communications.
Education/Experience Qualifications
- Minimum 5-8 years’ experience producing and editing video presentations for broadcast and/or online viewing.
- Minimum 2-5 years in a relevant senior or lead role directing employees or directing projects.
- Minimum 2-5 years in newswriting for broadcast and video.
- College degree in Journalism, Mass Communications, Public Information, Public Relations or English (with appropriate experience).
Minimum Skill Qualifications
- Strong working knowledge of all aspects of video production, from choice of setting, lighting and audio through shooting, editing and working with scripts.
- High level of diplomacy in interactions with colleagues and Farm Bureau members.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure, and organizational skills that support concurrent projects and ensure deadlines are met.
- Extensive knowledge of computer-based video editing equipment, especially Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, AfterEffects and Media Encoder; experience with other professional video and audio editing platforms a plus.
- Experience with video use in social media platforms like YouTube and Facebook.
- Proven ability to implement software and technical upgrades.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- High level of creativity, initiative and self-motivation.
- Strong knowledge of Associated Press style and office software.
At VA Farm Bureau, we provide an exceptional benefits package, including ongoing job development and support in all roles, paid training and continuing education reimbursement, medical and dental insurance available on your first day, generous employee 401K contribution, excellent Paid Time off (PTO) plan and more!
Virginia Farm Bureau Companies provide equal employment opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, disability, orientation or veteran status.
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