Video Producer II (Hybrid)

The American Medical Association (AMA) is the nation's largest professional association of physicians and a non-profit organization. We are a unifying voice and powerful ally for America's physicians, the patients they care for, and the promise of a healthier nation. To be part of the AMA is to be part of our mission to promote the art and science of medicine and the betterment of public health. At AMA, our mission to improve the health of the nation starts with our people. We foster an inclusive, people-first culture where every employee is empowered to perform at their best.

About the role

This is a hybrid position reporting into our Chicago, IL office, requiring 3 days a week in the office. This role will produce visually compelling videos (short docs, shorts, video podcasts, narrative segments, YouTube videos, and social media videos) that turn health information into engaging content for patients and the public.

Responsibilities

• Craft stories into captivating digital compositions, combining interview clips, sound effects, music, text, and visuals, as needed
• Edit and/or write scripts and questions and structure audio and video interviews into compelling narratives
• Produce and edit a variety of patient-focused videos for different platforms including YouTube and social media
• Assist with pre-production, production, and post-production for external production partners
• Collaborate as part of a cross-functional team consisting of copywriters, video manager, and project leads
• Participate in brainstorming sessions within the creative team as well as with external production partners
• Provide fresh, thoughtful, creative ideas to engage viewers
• May include other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in filmmaking, digital media production, journalism, or similar communication field required
• Minimum 3+ years of video production experience required
• Strong background in YouTube and social media video production, and video storytelling; experience as a video journalist, visual journalist, documentary filmmaker, or science communicator preferred
• Working knowledge of Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and Media Encoder
• Familiarity with MS Office programs (particularly PowerPoint)
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills required; experience working on team-based projects/portfolio work (with script writers, directors, etc.) preferred
• Conceptual thinker who can develop and execute creative ideas in effective digital content areas (video, animation & audio) required
• Ability to work in changing, fast-paced environment with proven ability to meet deadlines required
• Self-starter who is comfortable working on multiple complex projects simultaneously required
• Detail-oriented, versatile, and creative professional with excellent organizational skills required
• Familiarity with Descript software and digital media publishing platforms (e.g., Libsyn, Simplecast, YouTube, and Brightcove) a plus

Pay

This role is an exempt position, and the salary range for this position is $74,160 - $98,318. This is the lowest to highest salary we believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s pay within the salary range will be determined by a variety of factors including but not limited to business consideration and geographical location, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employees are also eligible to participate in an incentive plan.

Benefits

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