Video Producer

Benefits

• On-site childcare
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts

Responsibilities

• Produce compelling video and photo content for weekend worship services, biblical teaching, testimonies, churchwide initiatives, and other ministry needs.
• Lead video projects from concept through production, editing, revision, and final delivery.
• Provide leadership and direction for photography across Preston Trail, maintaining consistent standards for capture, editing, and delivery.
• Partner with the Creative Pastor, Communications Team, and ministry leaders to translate biblical teaching, ministry messages, testimonies, and stories of life change into visual content.
• Maintain high technical and creative standards across video, photography, lighting, audio‑for‑video, and post‑production.
• Organize and maintain photo/video equipment, files, archives, and asset‑management systems.
• Recruit, train, lead, and encourage volunteer photographers and videographers, building teams that expand the Creative Team’s capacity while maintaining visual standards.
• Stay current on visual storytelling trends, production techniques, and emerging technology.

Qualifications

• Alignment with Preston Trail beliefs and outward values (see https://prestontrail.org/about/aboutus).
• Commitment to team values of Self‑Leadership, Positive Attitude, Team Mindset, Healthy Relationships, and High Performance.
• Fruitful, thriving, growing faith in Jesus Christ.
• Strong visual storyteller with demonstrated experience producing high‑quality video and photography.
• Strong creative instincts with excellent attention to detail and visual quality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
• Comfortable working in studio, field, and live‑event environments; able to troubleshoot technical challenges under pressure.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills; able to recruit, train, direct, and encourage volunteers.
• Culturally aware and able to draw inspiration from current visual and creative trends.
• Demonstrates initiative, flexibility, problem‑solving, and a collaborative team mindset.
• Must submit assessment within 2 business days of applying.

Technical Qualifications

• Advanced skills in professional video production, including camera operation, lighting, audio capture, and post‑production.
• Advanced video editing and color correction/grading skills.
• Strong photography skills, including composition, lighting, editing, and image management.
• Working knowledge of motion graphics, audio mixing, and sound design.
• Experience with professional cinema camera systems and RAW video workflows.
• Experience managing digital media workflows, including file organization, storage, backup, archiving, and delivery.
• Working knowledge of production lighting, grip equipment, and safe rigging practices.
• FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate held at hire or obtained within 90 days.

Preferred Software & Equipment Experience

• DaVinci Resolve
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Adobe After Effects
• Adobe Photoshop
• RED cinema cameras and REDCODE RAW workflows
• Professional DSLR/mirrorless photography systems
• Pixieset or similar photo management/delivery platforms
• Waves Audio or similar professional audio tools

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry production equipment up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to stand and move for extended periods.
• Ability to safely use ladders and work at elevated heights.
• Ability to set up and tear down production equipment.

Organizational Relationships

MINISTRY TEAM: Creative Team — Reports to: Creative Pastor.

Employment Details

• Category: Full Time
• Hours per Week: 40‑50
• Ministerial Status: Ministerial Exception
• Employee Class: Support Staff
• FLSA Classification: Exempt
• Weekends Required: Yes
• Commissionable: No
• Remote Work Environment: No