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The National Inventors Hall of Fame is seeking a video director to lead the creative visual storytelling of our world-changing Inductees. In this role, you will serve as a front-facing, positive and enthusiastic representative of NIHF creating in-depth mini-documentaries that illuminate the dramatic lives of inventors. At the same time, delivering on the strategic objectives of NIHF, our partners and the Inductees themselves.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Develop and conceptualize video projects in alignment with the overall vision and objectives of the video production manager.
• Lead creative brief development, script development and work with the team on pre-production planning.
• Coordinate and manage on-set activities, ensuring all crew members are aligned with the project goals.
• Direct performances and provide clear, constructive feedback to subjects and talent.
• Guide the work of videographers, camera operators, and lighting technicians to ensure high-quality footage.
• Collaborate with the production team to select locations, design sets, and plan logistics.
• Ensure that all video content aligns with branding guidelines and messaging strategies.
• Work with the editor, providing information and feedback for any necessary revisions.
• Manage the post-production process, including sound mixing, special effects, and color grading.
• Monitor industry trends and new technologies to keep the production process current.
• Lead multiple complex and simultaneous video projects from pre-production through post-production.
• Must be able to direct, operate cameras and edit.
• Familiarity with industry-standard camera equipment and technologies.
• Excellent leadership and project management skills.
• Enthusiastic, positive and strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Creative problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Knowledge of current industry trends and best practices.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• A keen eye for detail and a strong aesthetic sense.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must balance the needs of Inductees, outside partners and multiple inter-office departments on every shoot.
• Meet with the Executive Team to review creative briefs and final mini-documentary edits.
• Flexibility to work long hours and stress tolerance to manage tight deadlines.
• Must be willing to travel on remote location, within the United States, 12-16 times per year.
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Film Production, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• 5 years experience as a Director at a production house, corporate in-house creative team or related experience.
• Experience directing documentaries or bio-pictures is preferred.
• Expert understanding of how to win trust and earn faith of the subjects/talent.
• Experience in writing, developing and pitching creative concepts.
• Creative editor in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Proficient in Adobe After Effects.
• Proficient at DaVinci Color Grading.
• Gifted videographer with Sony Burano, Sony FX6, Blackmagic Ursa.
• Skills operating a Steadicam is a major plus.
• Experience directing marketing and brand commercials is preferred.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of successful video projects.
  
  

• Competitive benefit offerings, including; medical, dental, vision, life, flexible spending, disability, pet insurance plans
• Critical Illness/Hospital/Accident Supplemental Income plans available
• 401K plan and up to a 4% employer match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, paid year-end closure (12/24-1/1)
• On-site workout facility
• Flexible workday scheduling, work from home time - up to two days per week after training
• Great team environment, opportunities for growth, and culture focused on professional development

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations

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