Videographer/Multimedia Producer

LyondellBasell is a leader in the global chemical industry creating solutions for everyday sustainable living. With a nearly 70-year legacy that includes a Nobel Prize in Chemistry and our proprietary MoReTec recycling technology, LYB is enabling a more sustainable future for generations to come.  LYB develops high-quality and innovative products for applications ranging from sustainable transportation and food safety to clean water and quality healthcare. LYB places high priority on diversity, equity and inclusion and is Advancing Good with an emphasis on our planet, the communities where we operate and our future workforce. We're addressing the global challenges of ending plastic waste, taking climate action, and supporting a thriving society, while generating value for our customers, investors, and society.

Basic Function

The Multimedia Producer is a member of the Brand & Creative Services team, responsible for internal and external audiovisual communications within the corporate communication function. This role works very closely with the Content & Social Media team and is responsible for building collaborative relationships within the company to grow and build innovative audiovisual communication materials. The position will lead the team that assists in production of video and multimedia materials, both internally and externally, spanning all business functions and product lines of LyondellBasell globally.

This position requires broad-based expertise in video and multimedia production, comprehensive knowledge of trends in content development and corporate communications, as well as a solid understanding of the corporation’s strategic objectives. 

As a trusted business partner for multiple internal clients, this individual must manage multiple projects and interact professionally and appropriately with Corporate Affairs counterparts, as well as executives and others inside and outside the Company. This position works directly with senior leaders of the company on a regular basis.  

This is a strategic leadership role with a full-time direct report and reports to the Sr. Manager, Creative Services. This position is located at the LyondellBasell Houston headquarters.

Roles & Responsibilities

Specific

Responsible for internal and external video communications within the corporate communication function
Leads and fosters an environment for content creation and visual storytelling for LyondellBasell
Provides counsel on LyondellBasell branding to third parties
Schedules, manages, and directs production crew
Provides technical expertise during production
Manages the completion of the single multimedia story, including editing and final documentation
Plans and develops a single multimedia story: researches and develops ideas and budgets; writes scripts; schedules interviews, hosts, and facilities; recruits talent; designs sets.
Produces a single multimedia story: conducts interviews; manages talent; may serve as editor, videographer, and/or audio/lighting specialist.
Post-produces a multimedia story: edits 
Provides training and direction to the production staff, including interns and volunteers.
Participates in the design of video graphics, titles, music, and creative look of shows; makes editorial decisions regarding assembly of information, illustrations, and content.
May assist in repair and upkeep of studio and production sets and properties.
May evaluate new audio/visual equipment and direct the installation and interfacing of new equipment in production facilities and classrooms.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

General 
Understanding of corporate communications operating within a Corporate Affairs department 
Generates ideas and creates content for various internal and external communications channels (e.g. Elements, LYB.com, social media and LYB content hub) 
Partner with the Corporate Communications team in both content and visual storytelling for LyondellBasell through a broad array of communication assets 
Ensures the alignment and information sharing among the Corporate Affairs team about new messaging, resources, upcoming events/activities, etc.  
Act as a trusted advisor for multiple clients, acting as the first line of contact for communications with assigned clients and/or external stakeholders 
Understand and anticipate the vision of senior management and clients / external stakeholders 
Serve as a project owner, executing campaigns and projects as assigned with a degree of skill and professionalism 
Takes initiative to think several steps ahead and anticipates the needs of clients / stakeholders and management 
Creates and maintains communications resources and toolkits 
Communicates proactively with Corporate Affairs, business colleagues and