U.S. Soccer Federation is hiring: Coordinator, MNT Video Production in Atlanta

Content Summary: Coordinator, MNT Video Production at Atlanta, for U.S. Soccer Federation

Description

U.S. Soccer Overview

We are U.S. Soccer and we are the future of sport in the United States. Our mission is to make soccer the preeminent sport in the United States. We embrace diversity, technology and global connections to drive the growth of our sport and serve our athletes and fans. We seek motivated, passionate, skilled people who can think, create and work on a team.

U.S. Soccer is a growing company that looks for team members to grow with it. U.S. Soccer offers a comprehensive compensation package, casual work environment, an inclusive culture and an atmosphere for professional development.

The Federation’s core principles set organization-wide standards to identify and foster our culture and inform how we interact and hold each other accountable. These principles guide U.S. Soccer: We Win Together. We Aim High. We Champion Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. To be successful as a USSF employee, it is critical to demonstrate and live up to these principles every day and with every interaction with peers, stakeholders, and partners.

The Federation’s core values are the individual attributes and characteristics that staff embody to uphold the organization’s principles and succeed. These values guide our employees: Integrity. Commitment. Teamwork. Respect.

U.S. Soccer is in a period of significant growth, with ambitions plans for US soccer in the near and far future. We are therefore looking for dynamic servant-leaders to join us on this journey: in service to soccer. Applicants must be able to demonstrate visionary leadership, analytical decision-making, professional flexibility and an empathic approach that contributes to bold teams and delivers globally significant results.

Position Description

U.S. Soccer is seeking an experienced videographer to join our Men’s National Team content team. The Coordinator, MNT Video Production will be tasked with telling the story of our MNT players and staff in all video forms, highlighting The Best of U.S.

This role will create dynamic and compelling video content designed to deepen fan engagement. The Coordinator, MNT Video Production will involve in all phases of production: shooting, field producing, and editing. This includes creating video content optimized for different platforms in a variety of formats. There is a heavy emphasis on maximizing video content in camp and around match day, with quick turnaround of short-form content.

In addition to storytelling, the Coordinator will develop and execute video content to support the Federation’s commercial efforts: growing Insiders, driving ticket sales, supporting kit launches, working with U.S. Soccer’s partners and others.

This role is embedded with the MNT. Travel to team events, camps and games will be required, including holidays and weekends. This includes international travel, and a valid passport is required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Film, edit and produce high-quality MNT video content for a variety of lengths and aspect ratios optimized for different platforms, including U.S. Soccer’s owned (web, app, DTC) and operated (social) platforms.
• Capture footage at U.S. Soccer events, including games, practices, press conferences, and behind the scenes of training camps.
• Edit content as needed, including highlight reels, branded content, promotional assets and feature stories that align with U.S. Soccer’s brand and messaging.
• Conceptualize and ideate new video content series in collaboration with Content Strategy, Social Media and Partnership Marketing teams.
• Execute video coverage and content plans at all USMNT matches and camps.
• Ensure footage is properly organized and cataloged in U.S. Soccer's media library in conjunction with the rest of the Video Department.
• Maintain upkeep and maintenance of U.S. Soccer video equipment.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices in video production, and emerging technology to keep U.S. Soccer at the forefront of innovation.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in video production, including experience field producing.
• Proven ability to execute a project from pre-production through post-production.
• Ability to manage and prioritize both short and long-term projects.
• Ability to focus and perform in fast-paced and high-pressure settings.
• Experience in the field with digital cinema cameras, sound, and lighting techniques.
• Understanding of industry trends and ways to engage an audience through video content.
• Effective and quick decision making in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Able and willing to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Able and willing to travel up to 50% of the time both domestically and internationally.
• Passport required.
• General knowledge of soccer.
• Capable of working in fast-paced and demanding environments.
• Must be able to connect “micro” details to the “macro” vision and mission.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook).

Desired Qualifications

• Spanish speaking is a plus.
• Experience in news and media is a plus.
• Familiarity with publishing in a CMS.
• Knowledge of video best practices for platforms, specifically including social media platforms.
• Understanding of AP style and soccer terminology.

U.S Soccer is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, military status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected under the law. This policy applies to all our employment practices within our organization.

We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA, veterans, parents, and persons with disabilities to apply.

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