Specialist Video Content Producer

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Job Description


Title: Specialist-Video Content Producer

Employee Working Location: Office/In-person (Ottawa, ON)

Employment status: Permanent full time

Salary band: $60,238 - $75,298 /year

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) \xe2\x80\x93 one of the most inspirational not-for-profit organizations on this planet and an awardee on the Forbes list of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Best Employers 2022 - is seeking a Specialist-Video Content Producer to join our team.

We are guided by our Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. We help people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and support them in strengthening their resilience.

Starting with the hiring process, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment where everyone can reach their full potential. We encourage all qualified persons who share our values and want to contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace to apply.

The incumbent will be responsible for creating video and digital content and supporting the post-production and delivery of audio-visual services in support of Canadian Red Cross strategic and operational goals for domestic and international operations. This position will play a key role in the conceptualization, production, post-production and delivery of digital visual content produced by the AV Unit. Your main responsibilities will be: Video Editing, Post-Production, Production Support and Disaster Communications.

In this role, you will:

  • Support the Post-Production Lead and Manager, AV Unit in establishing timelines for the post-production phase of productions (editorial planning meetings, priorities, and timelines for AV unit)
  • Lead and coordinate a project from inception to delivery, serving as the main interface between both internal and external clients, and the AV Unit.
  • Support the Post-Production Lead in establishing post-production workflows and in logging metadata, cataloguing raw footage, data and file management, transcoding of proxies, rendering media.
  • Support the Post-Production Lead in the management of the NAS and all recording media including SSDs, CFExpress and SD memory cards.
  • Produce deliverables from scripts, screenplays, or production outlines
  • Support the Manager, AV Unit in the conceptualization of projects, storyboarding, location scouting, identifying subjects and script writing.
  • Provide technical assistance during production, including conducting interviews and managing talent, camera operation, lighting setup, and on-the-ground logistics.
  • Assist during film shoots, livestreams and other productions, ensuring adherence to established timelines and budgets.
  • Support the Post-Production Lead and accounting in project costing and establishing budgets, reviewing expenses and reporting.
  • Coordinate with internal services including but not limited to translation, finance, travel health, security and risk.
  • Support in the hiring of external vendors and sub-contractors, redaction of TORs, RFPs, and external subcontractors, vendors and suppliers, (travel agencies, craft service providers, equipment rental agencies, venue and location coordinators)
  • General administrative work in support of procurement, travel logistics, project reporting, and financial accounting.
  • Provide ongoing audio-visual support and guidance during international or domestic disasters or fundraising appeals and for response milestones and anniversaries.
What we are looking for:
  • Minimum post-secondary education in a related field, with 1 to 3 years experience in post-production.
  • Digital content production or management experience, producing informational and visual content.
  • Computer skills: Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, AfterEffects, Audition, and Adobe Creative Suite software, designing Motion Graphics and 2D Animation.
  • Experience in research, journalism, marketing and/or publishing is an asset.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the video production pipeline. (strong capacities in timing, Storytelling, Photography and post production)
  • Strong understanding of the Canadian Red Cross, the Red Cross Movement and its mandate.
  • Ability to adapt, prioritize, and collaborate in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, with a balance of confidence, accountability, maturity, professionalism and high energy.
  • First Aid certification, or willingness to take training
  • Fluency in French and English is required.
Working conditions:
  • Most of the work is performed in a clean and comfortable environment. Conveniently located in the heart of the city of Ottawa with excellent access to public transportation, shopping, and restaurants.
  • May include long to moderate hours sitting and using computers and office equipment
  • Ability to work non-traditional hours on short notice
  • Ability to complete and maintain a thorough medical screening and receive medical clearance prior to departure in the field
  • Employees Extended Healthcare and Dental plans, Registered Retirement Pension Plan (RPP) and Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP): All employees are entitled to open a RRSP account through voluntary payroll deduction the first of the month following three months of continuous employment
  • Pre-deployment and recurring training programs and professional development events in Canada and abroad
  • Ability to work non-traditional and longer hours often on short notice especially during times of emergency response.
  • Domestic and international travel is required.
  • Eligibility to work in Canada: At this time, we welcome applications from candidates eligible to work in Canada. If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, we encourage you to carefully review your visa to find out whether you are eligible to work in the job you are considering applying for. Refer to our FAQ for more information.
  • If you are selected for this role, you will be required to complete a successful pre-employment screening process which includes a satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).
  • At this time, the CRC has temporarily suspended our Covid-19 vaccination policy and does not require but continues to strongly encourage full vaccination of all our personnel.
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible - those who apply after the selection process has started may be held for a second review if needed OR reviewed for alternative roles. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply and thank you in advance.

If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please notify us as soon as possible. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD2186628
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    $60238 - 75298 per year
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Ottawa, ON, Canada
  • Education
    Not mentioned