Senior Video producer, Communications

Location: Remote, Contiguous US states

Full Time

OVERVIEW

The climate emergency is the defining challenge of our time, demanding an urgent and transformative response. The window for small, incremental action has closed; the moment for bold, emergency-level action is now.

Action for the Climate Emergency (ACE) operates at the intersection of clean energy advocacy, strategic media, and civic participation to accelerate global decarbonization. Through cutting-edge media strategies, ACE combats climate disinformation, flattens the curve of clean energy opposition, increases diverse participation in our democracy, and inspires meaningful action. Our programs engage tens of millions of people annually, mobilizing audiences that traditional climate efforts often overlook.

ACE’s dynamic and diverse team thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, united by a shared commitment to addressing the climate crisis. As we expand to meet this critical moment, we seek talented individuals eager to make an impact. 

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Video Producer’s primary role will be to provide video production support to various work streams and campaigns across ACE and its affiliated brands and partners with a particular focus on generating renewable energy video content. The Senior Video Producer is a resourceful creative professional with a versatile skillset and a dedication to ACE's mission to advance a zero-carbon economy. They will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to produce high-quality visual content - timely delivery of technically refined assets that are brand aligned, visually appealing and compelling.
 

In this position, the Senior Video Producer will manage and execute all phases of the video production process, including pre, field and post-production for ACE and its affiliated entities, websites, social media and online media campaigns, while focussing on capturing compelling narratives and showcasing voices across communities. While this position will focus on Clean Energy content production, the Senior Video Producer will support other content streams and production including Culture, Civic Participation, Fossil Fuels and Global Decarbonization as needs and capacity shift based on work plan priorities. [This position requires previous documentary production experience.] The Senior Video Producer reports to the Senior Director of Video in the Communications department.
 

This is a full-time position based anywhere in the United States. The Senior Video Producer will work from home, meet as required by video chat with teams, and have weekly national full staff meetings with colleagues online. Regular domestic and international travel, sometimes on short notice,  will be required for field production, relevant events, staff retreats and other convenings as needed. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Video Production:

• Develop and execute video content for various digital platforms, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, priorities and standards.
  • Research, source and coordinate compelling subjects and stories that meet organizational KPIs; Prepare beat sheets with interview questions and details to optimize time in the field
  • Build rapport with and direct subjects, conduct interviews and capture engaging visuals from the field