Junior Video Producer

As a member of the Technical Communications team, the Jr. Video Producer is responsible for providing multimedia communications support to Laboratory technical and operational efforts. The Jr. Video Producer’s primary responsibility is to develop high-quality science-based video/motion graphic content to be distributed through a number of communication channels including social media, workshops and events, and the Laboratory’s internal newsletter, The Bulletin. Many of these pieces might also be used externally for sponsor briefings and other Laboratory news outlets. The Jr. Video Producer will work closely with Laboratory staff and other communications professionals toward the development of compelling, publishable content. Content will be created with social media in mind, but should ultimately be able to serve a variety of communications efforts.

Under the direction of the Multimedia Services Team Lead, the Jr. Video Producer will assist with crafting newsworthy video shorts, employee profile stories, and informational/instructional content that fulfill the Laboratory’s corporate voice/brand and meet communications standards of the highest level. As such, the role requires the ability and initiative to identify newsworthy events and programs, to chase leads, to gather comprehensive technical research information, to interview high-level contributors with tact and efficiency, to check facts and ensure accuracy, and to fully develop content to specified style and length requirements on wide-ranging topics, including leading-edge research and development programs, technical achievements and honors, and Laboratory operational initiatives.

The Jr. Video Producer will demonstrate the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of the digital communications team within Technical Communications. Successful candidates will have demonstrated development and production experience in concept development, script writing, video capture and editing, and motion graphics; flexibility in adapting to changing demands in a fast-paced production environment; and the willingness to gather an ongoing understanding of Laboratory history, mission areas, and evolving initiatives.

Content Planning and Development

• Collaborate with customers and internal resources to storyboard, script, produce and deliver multimedia content
• Interview contributors, research technology, and perform necessary fact checking to craft accurate, relevant, and timely content
• Work with contributors, graphic designers, and photographers to supply and/or modify imagery to meet quality standards; schedule photo shoots as necessary
• Produce original feature segments, employee and program profiles, and video news briefs on top-level Laboratory R&D programs, technical innovations, community events, and employee initiatives
• Utilize standard industry tools and techniques to capture, edit and produce compelling content that reflects the Laboratory's voice and brand
• Solicit required visuals (photo, video, illustrations) to accompany each segment
• Establish and maintain governance pertaining to supplied and/or requested content

Video Production

• Operate professional video production equipment as necessary, applying any nuances of its use dependent upon the context of the subject matter captured
• Record subjects with an understanding of aspect ratios, frame rates, resolutions, white balance controls, iris controls, lens controls, shutter controls, audio maintenance and controls, as well as how to combine all of these aspects in service of creative and professional footage
• Work with audio recording in the field including proper microphone application techniques, proper audio monitoring, and skill in real-time audio level adjusting to ensure a professionally recorded audio track
• Apply video capture and editing best practices to ensure contemporary approaches are taken to develop visual design to keep final deliverables modern and engaging

Required:

• BS/BFA in digital arts, computer animation, digital filmmaking, interactive design, or equivalent.
• 1-2 years in a video production environment.
• Demonstrated skill and creativity in visual storytelling.
• Detailed knowledge of Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Da Vinci Resolve or equivalent.
• Comprehensive understanding of streaming and multimedia technologies. Knowledge of digital deliverables, including formats and codecs.
• Understanding of how to prepare content for posting to social media platforms (YouTube, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn).

Preferred:

• Background in journalism/photo-journalism.
• Background in science writing/science communications.
• Experience working in an academic, scientific/technical, or DoD environment.
• Familiarity with animation software such as Adobe After Effects.
• Advanced communications experience with the ability to interpret complex technical and scientific information and to skillfully translate to engaging, accessible, well-branded content.
• Knowledge of preparing videos with ADA accessibility in mind, including captioning, descriptive text, easily readable fonts and non-flashing imagery is a plus.