Video Producer / Writer / Editor - Nasa Hdq

Video Producer/Writer/Editor

MORI Associates is looking for a talented, reliable, deadline-driven, creative video producer/writer/editor/ with an emphasis on emerging technology, visual communication and storytelling to join our Multimedia team supporting NASA’s Mary W. Jackson’s Headquarters in Washington D.C. We’re looking for someone who will help us expand our multimedia capabilities by providing solid journalistic and creative online and television content. This position requires a high level of creativity, solid editorial judgement as well as the ability to use available analysis to guide production decisions and apply expertise in digital video production to the execution of all video and multimedia deliverables. The successful candidate will carry a project from initial concept to completion through a mastery of the video production process; from pre-production through delivery, including equipment selection, camera operation, lighting setup, directing crews, media management, editing, color correction and other post- production techniques.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to maintain digital assets, archives and edit systems
• Edit non-linear audio and video using Adobe Premiere and After Effects
• Edit video and photo thumbnails for content distribution and social media platforms using Adobe Photoshop and other Adobe Creative Suite programs
• Work with content experts to directly support client requests.
• Shoot interviews and b-roll in the field.
• Leads meetings or presentations with concepts and/or insights for clients as needed.
• Pitch story ideas for us on NASA TV, social media, and NASA Plus platforms.
• Use current NASA events to write scripts and edit videos..
• Advanced knowledge of the post-production process, including media management and encoding video to various formats
• Applies expertise in the operation and maintenance of the department’s video production and post-production equipment and software. Equipment includes cinema video camera, lenses, lighting, audio capture, media asset server, media asset management software, and video post-production software
• Provide NASA with professional videos in a timely manner.
• Develop relationships across varying functions and disciplines to implement emerging imaging technology.
• Ability to write, shoot and edit content that tells a compelling story
• Produce and film interviews with high-ranking government officials in NASA’s TV studio
• Advanced knowledge of High-definition (HD) cameras and videography, motion graphics and creative lighting techniques
• Provide best practices expertise related to the online and TV presentation of video, graphic and audio content.
• Advanced and extensive experience shooting and scripting of both short and long form spots
• Collaborate on development of new video projects.
• Assist in training fellow videographers on video cameras, editing techniques, workflow and other areas of expertise.

Qualifications:

• Edit on Mac and PC platforms.
• Exceptional time management skills to navigate competing priorities, high expectations, and a fast-paced, deadline-rich environment.
• Experienced in editing video in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects; Proficiency in editing thumbnails and basic graphic design in Adobe Photoshop
• Preference will be given to those with a strong background as a videographer and an ability for studio lighting.
• 5 years of experience in strategic, digital and video/Television communication.
• Experience with field lighting, writing scripts, shooting and editing interviews, b-roll, conducting video research, writing storyboards and have strong post-production editing skills.
• Ability to problem-solve various technical challenges.
• Thorough knowledge of current video production equipment and techniques as well as production, broadcast, and digital media technical standards.
• Knowledge of lighting for video and audio production using ENG style cameras such Black Magic Ursra Broadcast, as well as, DSLRs (preferably Canon systems) and audio recorders.
• Experience in writing video scripts within AP Style. Knowledge of NASA style a plus.
• Knowledge of YouTube procedures and best practices.
• Visual composition skills with the ability to conceptualize and produce story telling video productions.
• Use creative production techniques such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories.
• Experience shooting and editing 4k and HD video, producing video packages for TV, studio, web and social media.

• Knowledge and understanding of Section 508 compliance guidelines

• The candidate must be innovative and familiar with emerging technology such as 4k, Virtual Reality, 360 and Facebook live.
• The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of producing pieces that increase engagement, drive interest and educate.
• Strong, respectful communicator and problem solver.
• Work with and knowledge of a switcher is a plus.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motion Graphics experience and proficiency a plus.
• Preference will be given to those with previous NASA or Government video/TV or multimedia experience as well as a strong video portfolio, bachelor’s degree and relevant work experience.
• Television news experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of audio and compression formats is a plus.
• Must have a collaborative mind set, must be comfortable interfacing with clients and is team-oriented.
• Ability to work independently, establish priorities, and manage time effectively.

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