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University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring: Senior Writer, Producer
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring: Senior Writer, ProducerMediabistro • Seattle, WA, United States
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University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring : Senior Writer, Producer

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is hiring : Senior Writer, Producer

Mediabistro • Seattle, WA, United States
12 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Overview

The primary purpose of the Senior Writer, Producer and Video Editor position is to develop strategies and produce videos to support the content needs of the Philanthropy division and the rest of the organization, as time permits. This role involves research, concept development, video scripting, production coordination, video shooting, editing, and outcome measurement.

The ideal candidate will have experience conducting interviews to gather information for news stories, demonstrate strong script writing abilities, and possess professional video editing expertise using Adobe Creative Cloud. Proficiency with Mac systems is essential. The candidate should be comfortable working with high-profile individuals and ideally have experience in philanthropy or fundraising. A demo reel is also preferred.

Key Functions

  • Video Producing / Project Management

Provide strategic counsel and act as producer, videographer, and editor for videos supporting the Philanthropy division's content needs, including donor communications, web, social media, and external publications.

  • Support the content needs of MD Anderson, as time permits.
  • Manage all video strategy, pre-planning, production, and post-production activities, including proposals, creative briefs, budget, logistics, research, scripting, schedule, staffing, filming, professional talent, graphics, music, editing, approvals, distribution, and metrics reporting.
  • Participate in client meetings to ascertain goals / needs and develop a strategy and production plan / proposal / distribution plan to meet them.
  • Coordinate all production activities to ensure efficiency and compliance with project goals, objectives, and budgetary parameters.
  • Obtain necessary approvals and releases.
  • Operate video cameras and film content based on project / staffing needs and requirements.
  • Handle scheduling to assign additional production roles, equipment, and locations, as needed.
  • Manage the work of outside production staff or agencies, as needed.
  • Collaborate with Institutional Affairs colleagues to ensure projects align with organizational priorities, brand messaging, and editorial and style standards.
  • Writing / Editing
  • Write video scripts, speaking points, key messages, interview questions, video titles, and descriptions, supporting fundraising and reporting initiatives of the Philanthropy division, as well as content supporting the rest of the organization as time permits.

  • Conduct research necessary to ensure content accuracy.
  • Write scripts and content according to established professional standards for aesthetics, communication, and instructional design, with suggestions for presentation visualizations and style within the parameters of the project proposal and budget.
  • Revise scripts and content as necessary.
  • Ensure clear, consistent writing and editing in all work products.
  • Command of Associated Press, broadcast, and MD Anderson editorial standards.
  • Proactively track down story ideas.
  • Videography and Video Editing
  • Serve as videographer and editor for projects supporting the Philanthropy division, as well as projects supporting the rest of the organization as time permits.

  • Produce a finished product consistent with requirements, including music selection, digital effects, chroma key, graphic design, and motion graphics.
  • Perform technical operations of the video editing software during post-production.
  • Adhere to departmental standards of quality control, file organization, mastering, and archiving of all projects.
  • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices and apply them to projects and work products.
  • Work with customers and colleagues to distribute content through appropriate organizational channels.
  • As a member of Strategic Communications, provide counsel to colleagues and customers regarding content strategy, development, and relevant distribution methods.
  • Measurement
  • Track and analyze the success of projects, provide status reports, and identify and solve potential problems.

    Other duties as assigned.

    Benefits

    MD Anderson offers our employees :

  • Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week
  • Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
  • Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals
  • Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs
  • Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
  • Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
  • Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program
  • Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups
  • Education

  • Required : Bachelor\'s Degree English, Journalism, Communications or Radio / TV / Film.
  • Preferred : Masters\' degree with related major
  • Experience

  • Required : 4 years experience in writing and producing for television news or video production, public relations, communications or related field. May substitute required education degree with additional years of equivalent experience on a one to one basis.
  • The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

    This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

    It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

    Additional Information

  • Requisition ID : 176874
  • Employment Status : Full-Time
  • Employee Status : Regular
  • Work Week : Day / Evening, Days, Varied
  • Minimum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 77,500
  • Midpoint Salary : US Dollar (USD) 97,000
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 116,500
  • FLSA : exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type : Hard
  • Work Location : Remote (within Texas only)
  • Pivotal Position : Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available? : Yes
  • Relocation Assistance Available? : Yes
  • It is not necessary to include the list marker #LI-Remote in the final formatting.

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