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Video Writer/Producer Common Sense Media
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Common Sense Media is the leading independent nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology. Our age-appropriate media ratings, video on demand offerings, and parenting tips are the gold standard. Our partners include leading media and technology companies such as Comcast, DIRECTV, Time Warner Cable, Yahoo, Best Buy, Symantec, Cox Communications, Verizon, Netflix, Fandango, AOL, and more. We're growing and getting national media attention on a daily basis. Simply put, if you don?t send us your CV, you'll kick yourself.We're seeking a creative, experienced, web-savvy VIDEO WRITER/PRODUCER who specializes in creating innovative and compelling short-form informational, social media-style video content for online audiences.
The Video Writer/Producer will write, produce, and direct videos for Common Sense Media's website. The Video Writer/Producer will manage development, planning, and production of videos. Videos include a variety of short-form products like how-to vidoes, advice, review, training, and marketing-style content. This position reports to the Video Department Director. This full-time role is located in San Francisco; paid relocation is not available.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Write treatments, scripts, and video descriptions
Create shot lists and storyboards
Provide input on video style and product innovation
Plan and oversee video shoots
Schedule and direct talent and crew
Locate and schedule interview subjects as needed
Conduct on-camera interviews
Oversee the editing of video products
Oversee rights and releases
Manage project budgets
Work on multiple projects with overlapping deadlines
Maintain broadcast quality on all video products
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR RESUME: (REALLY)
At least 5 years experience writing scripts and producing videos in the non-fiction entertainment genre required
At least 2 years experience producing short-form videos for website audiences required
Experience managing every phase of production, from scripting to directing to post producion
Experience managing crews, talent, and budgets
Proven ability to juggle multiple projects required
Experience interviewing children as well as adults preferred
Hands-on experience with Final Cut Pro, as well as studio and field production required
Knowledgeable about various shooting and editing styles and techniques
Experience working with Motion Graphics design required
Experience creating short-form how-to, advice, review, training, and promotional content required
Experience creating social media-style video content preferred
Experience writing/producing for the parent market preferred
Bachelor's degree in Broadcast TV or a related field preferred
THE "X" FACTOR ? YOU ARE/HAVE:
Highly creative, with a strong visual sensibility and sense of pacing
Able to weave easily between storytelling, informational, and message-driven content
Strong leadership skills, with amazing troubleshooting/problem solving abilities
Multi-tasker with proven ability to remain calm in a fast-paced production
Self-driven, fast on your feet, and willing to chip in as needed
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Excellent attention to detail and follow through
Great client relations and proven ability to tranlsate requests into compelling videos
Strong work ethic, with proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Proven ability to efficiently meet deadlines on budget
Comfortable in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Collaborative, responsible, and dependable, with an upbeat "can do" attitude
Comfortable taking direction, working independently, and in teams
Up to date on all things related to media and technology and comfortable tackling media-related issues, especially as they relate to kids and families
Passionate about the CSM mission
Sense of humor a must
WHAT WE NEED TO SEE ON YOUR REEL:
Video samples of short-form narrative storytelling
Video samples of social media/marketing-style videos ? how-tos, tips, promotional
Video samples that incorporate motion graphics elements
WHAT WE OFFER:
The chance to work with talented, passionate professionals
The opportunity to have your work seen by millions
A competitive salary, based on experience
Competitive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k) plan
An organization that offers work/lifestyle balance
The opportunity to really make a difference in the lives of kids in this generation and the next!
| Location: | 1550 Bryant Street Suite 555 San Francisco, CA 94103 United States |
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THIS JOB HAS EXPIRED
Common Sense Media
Investors: Omidyar NetworkAll Jobs: at Common Sense Media
| Web Site: | www.commonsensemedia.org |
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| Headquarters: | 1550 Bryant Street Suite 555 San Francisco, CA 94103 United States |
| Industry: | Consumer Products and Services |
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