Social Media Video Production Specialist

Social Media Video Production Specialist

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

HighPoint’s professionals focus on helping government agencies and companies implement their most critically strategic initiatives.

The role of Video Producer contributes to HighPoint through creating dynamic, "digital-first" video content for the US Department of State.

The Social Media Video Producer primarily produces short and mid-form social-first videos for distribution on Instagram, X, YouTube, and Facebook.

Must be a creative team player with a passion for and understanding of video for social media platforms. You will develop unique, clever ideas while also leveraging social media trends, and must have the technical skills to bring those ideas to life.

As a Social Media Video Producer, you’ll be responsible for the creative development of your ideas, producing edits, final delivery and everything in between, including serving as an on-camera host for some IG reels and other social content.

The ideal candidate is highly creative with a contemporary sense of style and aesthetics, and possesses a deep understanding of social media tools and advertising formats, coupled with the skill to customize video content to align seamlessly with each platform's unique requirements.

Examples of work :

• APEC Summit : https : / / www.instagram.com / reel / CzjbmsTKd92 / ?hl en
• Passport Photo Tips : https : / / youtube.com / shorts / dPvuWlPh7BY?feature shared
• Hottest Year on Record : https : / / www.instagram.com / reel / Cwu-JOmuWdM /
• Protect Our Ocean : https : / / www.instagram.com / reel / CtPbPyRu8-P /
• Why Is It So Smokey Outside? : https : / / www.instagram.com / reel / CtNOqDUtukp /
• Houthi Attacks on the Red Sea : https : / / www.instagram.com / reel / C240-43tUKc /
• FLOX Confessional : https : / / www.instagram.com / reel / CxZUCAlxAPD

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS :

• Engage with a spectrum of clients across the State Department, many of whom are not fluent in video, and walk them through the production process.
• Pitch ideas, create beautiful videos, and impact public diplomacy around the globe.
• Create digital-first content as part of integrated strategies using styles and techniques to optimize social media engagement.
• Produce and direct a majority of short-form videos and some long-form programming using mixed media (e.g., video, audio, graphics, and animation).
• Perform professional non-linear video editing using the Adobe Creative Cloud suite and plug-in suites such as Red Giant.
• Exercise editorial judgment for selecting newsworthy or historical footage with an eye toward amplifying the secretary’s messaging.
• Work with other offices and bureaus such as regional teams, copy desk, translations, and outside contractors to ensure all aspects of production, logistics, and execution are seamless.
• Occasionally assist in field and studio shoots.
• Comply with office standards of metadata tagging for distribution on digital platforms.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Expert knowledge in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Ability to adhere to strict deadlines and be an active, enthusiastic part of a creative team.
• Adobe After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Excellent writing skills for preparing scripts (writing skills are demonstrated in an error-free cover letter, resume, and / or portfolio).
• Knowledge of current events, US politics, geopolitics, economics, foreign policy, and history.
• A nose for news a plus.
• Good independent work skills but also the ability to function as part of a team.

EDUCATION AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of experience.
• Obtain or ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance.

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