Sr. Video Producer and Editor (Memphis, TN)

About the position

The Sr. Video Producer/Editor is a visionary leader dedicated to crafting, molding, and sharing the St. Jude story with the mass market. This role requires a creative and innovative documentary-style video storyteller who can authentically convey the St. Jude mission to recruit, retain, and thank supporters and donors. The Sr. Video Producer/Editor will produce and edit top-tier video content for multiple online and broadcast platforms, aiming to grow net revenue and strengthen the St. Jude brand. This position involves collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, utilizing data and research to execute audience-led strategies, and overseeing the planning and execution of video productions and edits.

Responsibilities

• Drive Marketing Division priorities and ALSAC's strategic plan by identifying storytelling opportunities that educate, impact, and inspire audiences to action.
• Align storytelling with business priorities and oversee the execution of video projects from concept to completion to promote the St. Jude brand and grow net revenue.
• Ability to conceptualize and execute creative ideas that align with the ALSAC/St. Jude mission and strategic goals, including storytelling, visual aesthetics, and innovative thinking.
• Serve as the video storytelling expert within a cross-functional team of creative professionals.
• Collaborate to maximize audience-led storytelling across various online and offline channels.
• Lead video content gathering through on-camera interviews with patients, families, staff, partners, volunteers, and other supporters, and write scripts as needed.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team while collaborating with various team members and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with videographer/editor team members to concept, capture, and edit best-in-class content that showcases storytelling as a strategic asset.
• Foster a culture of accountability, respect, integrity, and trust within the team.
• Utilize innovative approaches focused on acceleration, efficiency, audience segments, and motivational insights to develop targeted video content.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects, timelines, and deadlines efficiently in a fast-paced environment; being detail-oriented.
• Use approved St. Jude messaging and branding guidelines to accurately tell the St. Jude story to various audiences.
• Exercise editorial judgment and strategic understanding to prioritize content ideas and requests.
• Be receptive and responsive to feedback from leadership and stakeholders to advance high-quality creative.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to clearly convey ideas and feedback.
• Ensure content compliance with all legal requirements, including copyright, trademark, and HIPAA laws, and Better Business Bureau best practices.
• Maintain consistency with ALSAC/St. Jude brand guidelines.
• Represent ALSAC-St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital positively in all areas.
• Flexibility to adjust plans as needed and quickly address and resolve any issues that arise.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 8-10 years of professional video storytelling experience.
• Expert-level skills in conceptualizing ideas, writing scripts, conducting on-camera interviews, producing, and editing.
• Proficiency in non-linear editing.
• Working knowledge of Avid Media Composer is strongly preferred but not required.
• Ability to connect with people on a human level, allowing them to share their stories authentically.
• Thorough knowledge of English spelling and grammar.
• Clear and understandable verbal and written communication skills for internal and external relations.
• Ability to understand complex verbal or written instructions.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive an automobile.
• Availability for some night and weekend work, both in and out of town several times a year.
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Core Medical Coverage: (low cost low deductible Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans)
• 401K Retirement Plan with 7% Employer Contribution
• Exceptional Paid Time Off
• Maternity / Paternity Leave
• Infertility Treatment Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Education Assistance
• Enterprise Learning and Development
• And more