Multimedia Specialist Mid Level – Video Creative & Production Team, In-house Agency

Why USAA?

At USAA, our mission is to empower our members to achieve financial security through highly competitive products, exceptional service and trusted advice. We seek to be the #1 choice for the military community and their families.

Embrace a fulfilling career at USAA, where our core values – honesty, integrity, loyalty and service – define how we treat each other and our members. Be part of what truly makes us special and impactful.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a dedicated Multimedia Specialist Mid Level.  The Multimedia Specialist coordinates various aspects of production to include integration of technical and creative teams aspects and production elements to include non-traditional production methodologies for various distribution channels. Plans, develops, designs, and produces high-quality video. Produces and executes media interviews, leadership town hall productions and supports storytelling for major USAA events. Provides guidance and counsel to Enterprise communication teams in regard to media production. May perform functional roles such as director, distribution, videographer, editing, lighting and sound based on skill level.

We offer a flexible work environment that requires an individual to be in the office 4 days per week. This position will be based in the following location: San Antonio TX.

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

This role will require travel.

What you'll do:

• Under limited supervision, performs medium to complex video editing, planning and site surveys for high quality projects and events.   Applies proficient knowledge to assess creative and technical requirements, based on desired outcomes and recommends appropriate techniques, designs and concepts for post media productions.
• May manage and monitor media projects, to include the coordination of team production elements and perform functions related to camera placement, videography, lighting, audio, graphics, distribution and master control (technical and creative director).  
• Researches technical capabilities and visual elements to deliver impactful, compelling and memorable storylines which can be told in a written or visual manner.  Makes additional project recommendations such as resource allocations, and suggestions to meet project budgets and deadlines.  May deliver briefings to management, to include executives.
• Independently manages, operates and maintains video post-production workflow, to include the archiving of media assets.  Maintains edit suites and video storage systems. Identify equipment and workflow issues.  Anticipates, resolves and mitigates risks.
• Ensures risks associated with business activities are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and controlled in accordance with risk and compliance policies and procedures.

What you have:

• Bachelor's Degree Radio/TV/Film, Art, Marketing, Graphic Arts, Design, Journalism or Communications; OR 4 years of related experience (in addition to the minimum years of experience required) may be substituted in lieu of degree.
• 4 or more years of experience working with graphic design, corporate, video post-production, broadcast, advertising or other related industry.
• Proficient visual, graphic and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability using color, fonts and imagery.
• Demonstrated ability to compose and capture compelling images, developing communication and computer systems skills.

Physical Demand Requirement:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment < 10% of the time.

What sets you apart: Online video portfolio or reel Required. (applications without sample work will not be considered)

• Demonstrated expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects), DaVinci Resolve, and familiarity with AVID, and/or operation of Sony cameras and audio equipment (FX6, 9, and 3 in particular), to create effective, compelling video content through on-brief content capture and/or content editing.
• Demonstrated experience with documentary-style run-and-gun shooting.
• Experience capturing content and/or editing across a broad range of outputs, from 6-second social content to linear/broadcast TV.
• Demonstrated experience in social media content creation and best practices.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, capable of handling turn-key solo projects as well as managing multiple projects with quick turnarounds.
• Proven experience in team-oriented, collaborative environments, especially with in-house agency creative teams and producers. 
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently.
• US military experience through military service or