VIDEO EDITOR & PRODUCER
TEMPORARY, FULL-TIME OR PART-TIME • STARTS ASAP, ENDS NOV 9 • COMPETITIVE PAY • EXCELLENT BENEFITS • WORK ANYWHERE IN THE CONTINENTAL US
SUMMARY
MoveOn's Video Lab is ramping up video production through the November elections. We are producing a large volume of quick-turnaround videos to have a significant impact on our electoral goals, including keeping Donald Trump out of the White House, helping great candidates win down-ballot races, and winning elections in a way that builds progressive power for the long haul. The Video Editor & Producer will edit videos advancing these goals.
ABOUT MOVEON
MoveOn.org is a community of millions of members working together to create progressive change in America. We take on campaigns to challenge entrenched power and push back against corporate and 1% influence in our nation's politics, while pursuing economic, racial, and social justice.
RESPONSIBILITIES
VIDEO PRODUCTION AND DISTRIBUTION
Reporting to the Video Lab Director, the Video Editor and Producer works alongside 3-4 fellow video editor/producers to create compelling online videos at a high frequency. The team produces 5-7 videos a week.
Gather, assess, and edit assets such as news footage, archival/stock footage, photos, headlines, graphics, music, and voiceover
Work quickly under tight deadlines
Pitch video concepts on a daily basis based on the news cycle, trending topics, and the political calendar
Produce and edit video scripts assigned by the Video Lab Director
Draft video scripts when needed
Incorporate edits and feedback at the direction of the Video Lab Director throughout all stages of production
Export and upload video to platforms such as Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter
Keep up-to-date on political news stories that could be subject matter for videos
Be available for rapid-response communication via email, G-chat and phone between 10am ET and 7pm ET (with one hour lunch break) Monday through Friday. We're open to hiring people who can work at least 75% time, and would work with you to adapt this schedule to your needs.
Be prepared for intensive work while maintaining a work-life balance. Time management is key. Since this is an election period, this isn't a job that will be neatly 10-7 pm ET and effective time management is essential to ensure a safe, healthy work-life balance.
ANALYTICS & INNOVATION
Innovate, experiment, and learn: work with our analytics team to design and run tests that help identify what makes videos more sharable and impactful
Monitor the rapidly changing online video environment—watch and identify best practices that others in the space are using
REQUIRED QUALITIES AND SKILLS
Advanced video editor on software such as Adobe Premier Pro or Final Cut Pro. Should have mastery of skills such as key frame editing, compositing, audio mixing and color correction
Proficient with graphics and motion graphics (knowledge of programs such as Photoshop, After Effects/Motion)
Knows codecs, resolutions, and file formats—can pull video from multiple sources and convert it to usable formats
Able to maximize accuracy, artistry, and speed when faced with tight deadlines
Storytelling skill—able to use video to grab viewers' attention and craft emotionally resonant narratives
Understands political messaging, strategy, and campaigns within the progressive movement
Understands current trends in online video and social media
LOCATION
Position is remote. As part of our virtual office, you may be based anywhere in the continental U.S. Some travel will be required.
CLASSIFICATION, SALARY, AND BENEFITS
The position includes a full-time, competitive salary, plus benefits such as 100%-employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for all staff and their children; employer-paid premiums for life insurance for all staff; four weeks accrued paid vacation time per year; 10 days accrued paid sick time; and reimbursement of office expenses.
TO APPLY
Click here to submit your application, résumé, and cover letter. Candidates will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with a goal of starting full-time ASAP. Apply ASAP for consideration.
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