AFSCME is hiring : Digital Video Assistant in Washington

This position is responsible for assisting with the production of compelling member and issue focused stories for online platforms, paid advertising and live screening. Responsible for juggling tight-turnaround videos with longer-term projects, working on multiple video projects simultaneously. Candidate must demonstrate experience in all aspects of digital video production including editing, camera operation, audio recording, and producing.

Responsibilities Capture high-quality short-form videos optimized for social media platforms.

Assist with the creation of video content that communicates key issues affecting AFSCME members and working families.

Serve as part of communications team that promotes the stories of AFSCME and its members.

Assist in maintaining video production studio and equipment.

Assist in all video asset management and archiving activities.

Assist with work between departments and with outside vendors to produce videos, including scheduling, location scouting and pre-interviewing.

Responsible for editing video to educate and impact key issues affecting AFSCME members and working families.

Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental activities.

Requirements Education and Experience Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with course work in film or electronic media production, journalism, communications and a minimum of two (2) years of experience; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities :

Comfort with Adobe Creative Cloud - Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, Audition and Media Encoder.

Expertise in social media video trends and social-first video production.

Comfort with producing and filming on-location in dynamic conditions.

Experience using professional digital HD video equipment and accessories and experience shooting with multiple cameras and formats.

Comfort with creating and editing in traditional and non-traditional video formats.

Ability to travel for AFSCME business, including political and organizing campaigns required.

Travel / Work Hours Ability to travel and work extended hours including weekends required.

A valid driver’s license is required.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full-time

Job function Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

Industries Non-profit Organizations

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