Job Description

Video Producer. New York. Posting Date: 06/03/2025. Deadline: 06/19/2025

Role Title : Video Producer

Contract Type : Regular

Reporting To : Director of Creative Team

Program/Department/Unit Name : Communications

Location : New York

Team Name : Creative

Role Purpose

The Video Producer is a skilled hands-on creator and a capable project manager. They lead the end-to-end development and production of video and multimedia content across our digital platforms--generating ideas, scripting, filming, recording, and editing high-impact products that drive engagement and advance our mission.

Key responsibilities

• Lead video and multimedia production from concept to completion, including scripting, directing, filming, recording, and editing.

  • Create original videos as a sole producer--handling everything from pre-production to final delivery.

    • Produce engaging, platform-specific content for digital and social channels (e.g., YouTube, Instagram Reels, TikTok).

      • Source, commission, and manage relationships with freelance producers, editors, and other vendors; oversee contracts, budgets, and timelines.

        • Balance multiple projects simultaneously, managing logistics , creative direction, and deadlines across a range of deliverables.

          • Collaborate with digital and content strategists to identify timely opportunities for impactful video storytelling.

            • Maintain and organize multimedia assets, develop production workflows, and contribute to evolving best practices.

              • Support campaigns and strategic initiatives with both short- and long-form video content.

                • Carry out other duties as assigned.

                  The ideal candidate

                  • Substantial professional experience producing video and multimedia content for digital platforms, including filming, editing, recording, and post-production

                    • Strong portfolio demonstrating experience as a sole producer—ideating, scripting, filming, and editing original video projects

                      • Proven ability to manage multiple projects at once in a fast-paced environment, with experience meeting deadlines under pressure

                        • Experience working with external vendors, freelancers, and production partners—including commissioning, contracts, and quality control

                          • Familiarity with digital and social media formats and trends (e.g., YouTube, Instagram, TikTok), including optimizing video content for engagement

                            • Proficiency in video production software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or equivalent) and basic motion graphics

                              • Experience working in cross-functional teams and communicating creative ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

                                What we offer

                                • Exceptional opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact; from a generous annual professional development allowance for every employee to onsite training and learning conversations with visiting experts.

                                  • Excellent benefits and perks to promote well-being and a healthy work-life balance, including:

                                    • Generous time off, as well as our standard Open Society close at year-end (where vacation days are not required ) and flexible work arrangements.

                                      • Employer-paid health insurance * and dental plans for individuals and families (no employee contribution required ).

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