Aimed at mid-level to senior video production professionals who thrive in collaborative, mission-driven environments and are comfortable with remote work and travel.
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Original posting from Southern Poverty Law Center via Greenhouse
The Southern Poverty Law Center is seeking an ambitious Video Producer to join our award-winning team!
The Video Producer is responsible for high-quality video production, filming, creative editing, and the effective management of post-production workflows, ensuring all deliverables meet internal and external deadlines. Responsibilities include capturing, producing, and editing engaging visual content for digital distribution across multiple platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and other relevant channels. This position is also knowledgeable in photography.
Who You Are
Experienced. You have proven proficiency in shooting and editing videos, both short and long format. You're knowledgeable in Adobe Creative Cloud and other relevant software, with demonstrated storytelling skills, a strong grasp of video techniques and terminology, and a refined visual sensibility.
Collaborative. You’re a team player who actively engages with both internal and external colleagues throughout the entire video production process, from conception to completion.
Communicative. You're skilled in persuasive verbal and written communication, have solid presentation skills, and are able to apply feedback effectively while maintaining respect and confidentiality.
Innovative & Strategic. You're a forward thinker who seeks opportunities, identifies problems, and proposes solutions with a strategic mindset.
Focused on Delivery and Adaptable. You have a proven track record of delivering consistent, high-quality work on time, even when balancing multiple competing demands. You’re adaptable and thrive in dynamic environments.
Mission, Vision & Culture Alignment. You align with SPLC’s mission and vision and are committed to the ideals of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion. You actively foster an anti-racist work culture and demonstrate a commitment to anti-racist principles and continued learning.
What You'll Do
Conceptualize and edit short videos that adhere to SPLC brand and identity
Utilize sound, transitions, shot threading, and composites to create compelling content
Contribute to print, web, and other graphic design projects as needed
Create motion graphics using After Effects
Encode, render, and deliver final video projects through multiple channels
Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
Minimum Qualifications
We are committed to equitable hiring practices, therefore you must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the role.
Minimum 3 years of creating and editing video, motion graphics and other creative assets; and
High School Diploma or GED.
Compensation & Benefits
This is an exempt role and the minimum starting salary is $71,863 annually. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Click here to view the benefits available to SPLC staff.
Where & How You'll Work
This role the following work designations options:
Local Remote: Will work remotely, but is expected to attend work-related activities that occur at the SPLC offices or in the states in which the SPLC operates.
Telework: Will work at an SPLC office at least three days per week and may work two days per week from an alternative work location.
This position will report to the Deputy Director, Photography & Video.
Other Special Considerations
This job is performed under general office conditions and is not subject to any strenuous physical demands or dangerous conditions. Travel is expected up to 40%.
This position is represented by the Washington-Baltimore News Guild.
Disclaimer:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of a person in this position.
An Equal-Opportunity Employer with a Commitment to Diversity
Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and as an organization committed to diversity and the perspective of all voices, we consider applicants equally without regard to age, caregiver status, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, national origin, on the basis of genetic information, political affiliation, pregnancy, or veteran status.