Video Producer & Director (Early/Mid-Career)

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

• Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world
• Extraordinary co-workers
• Career advancement and enrichment opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)
• Generous vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*
• Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide

Organization 03653, Creative Services, is currently seeking a well-rounded Video Producer/Director to perform and oversee many aspects of video production, including conceptualization, subject-matter research, scriptwriting, location scouting, videography, lighting, music and sound effect selection, digital effect creation, final editing, duplication, and distribution.

The selected candidate will team with specialists and coordinate with all levels of staff and management to create, modify, and track work products. The Video Producer/Director will be able to work effectively in a deadline sensitive environment and have the ability to properly manage and protect classified information and maintain special clearances.

On any given day, one may be called upon to:

• Be responsible for in-depth planning and prioritizing of communication efforts and the production of video products
• Consult with staff and managers to determine requirements and advise and influence decision makers on best methods of communication
• Be responsible for developing concepts, and producing effective visual communications products through exceptional customer service, strong project management, and accomplished video production skills
• Develop promotional, informational, training, marketing, and classified videos, and communication products
• Analyze communications needs, respond to customers' requirements, select the best concept, generate cost estimates, apply quality standards, and negotiate outcomes with various internal and external suppliers

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite.

$56,100 - $125,400

• Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate's experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Media Arts, Film/TV, or a relevant field, plus 2 years related experience working in video production; or equivalent experience and/or achievements that demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of the job
• The ability to acquire and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance

Applicants will be asked to provide a portfolio of sample video products.

• An interest in learning and applying motion graphics software to video work (e.g., Blender, After Effects, Cinema 4D)
• A demonstrated ability to team with graphic designers, technical writers, and other video producers
• The ability to work in multiple file formats and integrate/output required metadata and media; tech savvy
• Experience editing full-scale productions with Adobe Creative software
• Knowledge of Sandia National Laboratories’ policies, practices, and procedures pertaining to media creation, audiovisual products, and classified documents and media
• The ability to conceptualize major elements of media production and related programs and policies, including the delivery of clear and concise communication to appropriate employees and managers
• Project management experience establishing and managing budgets associated with each project; determining the most practical and cost-efficient approach, schedule, and level of quality required to accomplish communication
• Experience in videography and lighting for studio and field conditions
• The ability to use multiple camera platforms
• Experience translating technical concepts and material into compelling and persuasive communications products
• Excellent interpersonal, teaming, and negotiation skills

This organization provides professional graphic design, animation, technical writing/editing, video production, audiovisual and off-site event production, digital display and mobile application design, and printing services that contribute to the success of the Laboratories and its mission. The services provided include, but are not limited to, photography, publication design and layout, interactive multimedia presentations, exhibit design and planning, interior design, poster fabrication, graphic illustrations, corporate auditoriums, and video production.

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the ‘posting date’. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.

If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.

This Limited Term Employee (LTE) position is a temporary position for one year term, which may be renewed at Sandia's discretion up to a maximum of seven years.

Individuals in LTE positions may bid on regular Sandia positions as internal candidates, and in some cases may be converted to regular career positions during their term if warranted by ongoing operational needs, continuing availability of funds, and satisfactory job performance.