Creative Production Manager Job at Lubetzky Family Foundation in Austin

Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated, creative, and organized Creative Production Manager to oversee the creation and production of educational video content for Daniel Lubetzky’s social media channels, primarily Instagram. This role will play a critical role in advancing the mission of the Lubetzky Family Foundation to restore the cultural norms (like hearty debate, civility, and pluralism) that make democracies and capitalist societies so successful.

This role should be highly creative with a sense of humor and rare ability to turn civic subject matter into culturally-relevant, entertaining video content. This role will execute all social media content ideation and most script-writing for Daniel Lubetzky’s civic content.

As the Creative Production Manager, you will be responsible for managing our relationship with an outsourced video production team, vetting and selecting talented videographers, scriptwriters, and editors, and ensuring the seamless execution of content that amplifies Daniel’s mission-driven thought leadership. This role will be the orchestra director behind Daniel’s social media content, responsible for both strategic direction and creative execution.

This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate closely with a prominent social entrepreneur and shape the narrative of a leader who prioritizes humanity over partisanship.

Key Responsibilities:

Content Strategy & Planning

• Develop and manage a dynamic content strategy to produce for a content schedule of one educational Instagram Reel and one static asset per day that aligns with Daniel Lubetzky’s mission, values, and areas of expertise (business, civics, leadership).
• Lead all creative ideation, coming up with highly creative hooks and narratives that make civic topics entertaining
• Identify relevant topics and trends in business, leadership, and social impact, collaborating with Daniel and the VP of Comms to align on key themes for content.
• Create and maintain a content calendar that supports long-term goals, including audience growth, engagement, and brand integrity and consistency.

Creative Development & Execution (Including Ideation & Scriptwriting)

• Oversee the creative process from ideation to production, ensuring each piece of content is educational, authentic, and aligns with Daniel’s voice and tone as a social entrepreneur (not a traditional influencer).
• Write and edit scripts, talking points, and captions, ensuring clarity, consistency, and a compelling narrative.
• Ensure that each video concept is original, engaging, and produced in an authentic style.
• Work closely with Daniel to record content, ensuring a smooth and efficient production process.

Production Oversight

• Direct and manage the filming process (whether remotely or in-person), ensuring high-quality video and audio content while maintaining a relaxed and organic vibe.
• Supervise video editing, ensuring content is optimized for Instagram Reels, incorporating choice effects, clean visuals, and clear messaging.
• Manage the workflow for content approval, including overseeing internal reviews and making necessary revisions based on feedback from Daniel.

Collaboration & Communication

• Directly manage and mentor the Social Media Coordinator, teaching best practices in content creation, social media strategy, and professional skills to help them grow.
• Work closely with the Social Media Coordinator to ensure a seamless content calendar, proactively planning ahead to capture key moments across Daniel’s work and the work of his organizations.
• Provide ongoing guidance and feedback to the Social Media Coordinator, ensuring the quality, consistency, and strategic alignment of all social media content.
• Collaborate with internal teams (social media managers, design, communications) and external contractors (videographers, editors, scriptwriters) to coordinate and maximize the impact of each piece of content.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Experience

• 3-7 years of experience in content production, creative direction, or project management, with a strong portfolio of digital content (specifically in short-form video production).
• Proven experience in producing educational or thought leadership content, especially in the fields of business, social impact, or civics.
• Strong background in social media content creation, particularly for Instagram (Reels, Stories, Posts).
• Experience working with high-profile individuals or executives in a media/creative capacity is a plus.

Skills

• Creative Vision, Ability to conceptualize and produce visually compelling, educational, and inspiring content that aligns with Daniel's voice and values.
• Project Management, Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Communication, Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with a diverse team.
• Technical Proficiency, Familiar with basic video production techniques, including shooting with DSLR/mirrorless cameras, editing using Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro, and familiarity with Instagram’s features (e.g., Reels, Stories, IGTV).
• Strategic Thinking, Able to balance creative vision with data-driven insights to optimize content performance and audience engagement.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate About Building, Passionate about thinking flexibly and solving problems to advance the good of humanity.
• Collaborative Spirit, Eager to work closely with Daniel and other team members to bring ideas to life, with a solution-oriented approach.
• Adaptable & Resourceful, Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment, and able to pivot quickly when necessary.
• Authenticity & Integrity, Strong alignment with Daniel’s values of compassion, creativity, curiosity, and courage in both personal and professional work.

Why Join Us?

• Impact-Driven Work, You will be helping to shape the narrative of a leader who is deeply committed to making a positive impact on society through business, civics, and social entrepreneurship.
• Creative Freedom, You will have the opportunity to craft creative content that challenges conventional thinking and promotes responsible leadership.
• Collaborative Team, Work alongside passionate, driven individuals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Flexibility, We offer a flexible work environment with opportunities to contribute both remotely and in person.

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits:

• This is a full-time exempt position with a competitive annual salary of ($90,000-$120,000).
• 25 days of Paid Time Off, 5 sick days and 20 personal days.
• Excellent health, dental, and vision insurance with options to fit you and your families needs.
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• Matching 401K retirement savings program
• Flexible remote/hybrid work environment
• Retirement plan with employer matching program.
• Charitable gift-matching program.
• Opportunities and resources for professional development and growth
• A dynamic, ambitious, fun and kind work environment.
• The opportunity and responsibility to work on initiatives that make an impact.

EEO:

At Lubetzky Family Foundation, we are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. Lubetzky Family Foundation is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity, or veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For applicants with disabilities, our recruiting team will actively work with you to accommodate any needs in order for you to be able to interview at your best. We will keep any medical information you provide confidential and separate from the rest of your application.