Careers

Job Description:

• Strategically conceptualizes, designs and executes graphic artwork and a wide range of multimedia solutions in support of Institute of Politics branding and marketing with limited supervision.
• Leads all aspects of multimedia production from intake through completion, working where possible and appropriate with students, including without limitation: scheduling, storyboarding, and equipment management; digital capture, edit, and distribution; and archiving and digital asset management.
• Photographs various IOP programs, namely Speaker Series events, Fellows seminars, Civic Engagement programs, local treks, workshops, and more.
• Edits photos for use in IOP materials and on social media.
• Maintains an organized archive of IOP photos on hard drives and online.
• Films b-roll from IOP programs and collects on-camera interviews with students, Fellows, and other guests.
• Produces and edits videos to highlight various programs and projects, from shorter videos during the year to a longer year-end recap video.
• Designs promotional materials, including the IOPâ™s annual report, and other overviews of key IOP initiatives and programs.
• Takes the lead in updating the website and keeping it dynamic.
• Designs social media content.
• May assist with recording, editing, and posting of the podcast.
• Creates compelling original videos about the Institute of Politics and graphic design materials such as posters and invitations.
• Trains, oversees, and monitors Communicationsâ™ team multimedia interns.
• Coordinates all graphic production scheduling, including preparing final layouts for print.
• Uses on-the-job experience to complete a variety of assignments, such as coordinating production support with outside vendors, as needed.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Must possess an in-depth knowledge of a particular aspect of multimedia or visualization.
• Familiarity with audio production, as well as online tools and social media platforms.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Skilled in DSLR camera use (using manual settings); event photography experience.
• Skilled in editing and organization of photos using the Adobe Creative Suite (Camera Raw, Photoshop, InDesign Bridge, Lightroom, etc.).
• Must be comfortable filming video using a DSLR camera, as well as capturing high-quality audio when filming interviews.
• Demonstrated ability to edit videos up to 10 minutes long using Final Cut Pro or Adobe Premier.
• Proficient or skilled in using Adobe Illustrator and InDesign to produce attractive, professional materials.
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Google docs, Box and other organizational or project management software.
• Must possess an in-depth knowledge of a particular aspect of multimedia or visualization.
• Familiarity with audio production, as well as online tools and social media platforms.

Preferred Competencies

• Passion for the IOPâ™s mission of working with young people to inspire the next generation of political and public service leaders
• Demonstrated proficiency in photo and video journalism.
• Handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously.
• Display creativity and an ability to think outside-the-box
• Strong project management skills with a demonstrated ability to set priorities and meet multiple concurrent deadlines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with knowledge of grammar, punctuation, spelling, and style.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Work independently with a high degree of initiative and also work well as a member of a team.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Working Conditions

• Onsite during most eventsâ”including typically 2 to 4 evenings a week during peak programming months (about six months/year), and, very occasionally, during some weekend hours.
• Some business-related travel is required throughout the year.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• References Contact Information (3)(preferred)
• Portfolio of prior multimedia work may be requested during the interview process (preferred)

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