Video Production Manager

A rapidly expanding, entrepreneurial technology company, Alarm.com, is seeking an ambitious, hard-working individual with proven experience in a team-oriented communications role to fill the Video Production Manager role. As part of the marketing team, this individual will lead the in-house video team, and partner with a diverse set of teams and individuals from around Alarm.com to support their video communications needs by executing project plans to deliver high-quality video outputs.  

We are looking for a people manager and team player who is seeking a unique and challenging opportunity. This role will concept and oversee video projects from start to finish to create a range of marketing and sales assets for both internal and external use. 

Responsibilities

• Manage the in-house video team which consists of animators, producers, and editors.
• Work closely with the Senior Manager of Creative Services to ensure that video projects align with the department’s overall brand and strategy.
• Provide guidance and direction to ensure that video project goals and deliverables are communicated and achieved.
• Coordinate and execute video and photo shoots of varying sizes and complexities.
• Assist team with editing and reviewing video projects as needed.
• Stay up to date on video trends and evolve video strategies to advise staff on video and social media best practices as needed.
• Develop and manage workflow of video content, including determining priorities and assigning projects to team members.
• Create production budgets for specified projects and make recommendations for the annual operating budget.
• Manage relationships with outside videographers, editors, production companies, and other vendors as needed.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required or relevant work experience.
• A portfolio demonstrating your breadth of work & creativity.
• A minimum of 7 years of relevant experience in video production and post-production.
• Minimum 2-3 years of people management in a corporate environment. 
• Bring creativity, problem-solving, and great communication skills to manage multiple dependent projects and work streams.
• High attention to detail and precision with sensitivity to corporate messaging, image, and brand attributes. 
• Experience in video production, including lighting, sound, and video equipment. 
• Proficiency in Adobe software, specifically Premiere Pro and After Effects.

Nice to Haves: 

• Photography experience is a plus, especially headshots, event coverage, and product photography.
• Experience with event live streaming, Sony cameras, and Blackmagic ATEM switchers is a plus.  
• Advanced animation and motion graphics skills are desired.

WHY WORK FOR ALARM.COM?

• Collaborate with outstanding people: We hire only the best. Our standards are high and our employees enjoy working alongside other high achievers.
• Make an immediate impact: New employees can expect to be given real responsibility for bringing new technologies to the marketplace. You are empowered to perform as soon as you join the Alarm.com team!
• Gain well-rounded experience: Alarm.com offers a diverse and dynamic environment where you will get the chance to work directly with executives and develop expertise across multiple areas of the business.
• Focus on fun: Alarm.com places high value on our team culture. We even have a committee dedicated to hosting a stand-out holiday party, happy hours, and other fun corporate events.
• Alarm.com values working together and collaborating in person.  Our employees work from the office 4 days a week.

COMPANY INFO

Alarm.com is the leading cloud-based platform for smart security and the Internet of Things. More than 7.6 million home and business owners depend on our solutions every day to make their properties safer, smarter, and more efficient. And every day, we’re innovating new technologies in rapidly evolving spaces including AI, video analytics, facial recognition, machine learning, energy analytics, and more.  We’re seeking those who are passionate about creating change through technology and who want to make a lasting impact on the world around them. 

For more information, please visit www.alarm.com.

COMPANY BENEFITS

Alarm.com offers competitive pay and benefits inclusive of subsidized medical plan options, an HSA with generous company contribution, a 401(k) with employer match, and paid holidays, wellness time, and vacation increasing with tenure. Paid maternity and bon