Media Liaison – Global Disaster Relief
About The Position
Operation Blessing (OB) is seeking a Media Liaison to join its Global Disaster Relief team. This role focuses on capturing and sharing the stories of help, hope, and transformation in communities affected by disaster. The Media Liaison will deploy with the team to document compelling video, photography, interviews, and testimonials showcasing the impact of humanitarian aid. The content produced will be used across various ministry platforms, including The 700 Club and Club 700 Hoy Integrated Media. This position supports OB's mission to provide aid in Christ's name and requires a blend of strong production skills, a passion for storytelling, and a willingness to travel to crisis zones.
Requirements
- Demonstrated experience in television production, print journalism, communications, and/or public relations.
- Proficient in professional video production, including shooting, lighting, audio, and editing for both web and television broadcast.
- Strong working knowledge of mirrorless and professional camera operation (e.g. Sony FX3, FX6 and Sony Aphas), along with broadcast audio systems.
- Skilled in remote live broadcasting using TVU or LiveU systems.
- Advanced editing skills using Adobe Premiere Pro; experience with Adobe After Effects and audio mixing/editing.
- Experience in still photography and writing compelling feature stories for print or web.
- English is required; fluency in Spanish strongly preferred for fieldwork within Hispanic communities.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office with ability to learn new technology/software.
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Culturally sensitive and respectful when working with diverse communities in crisis zones.
- Emotionally resilient with the ability to work under pressure and remain calm during emergencies.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as an effective member of a team in low-infrastructure environments.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in a variety of climates and austere environments.
- Able to stand for extended periods, bend, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform physically strenuous tasks.
- Willingness to deploy on short notice and remain in the field for extended periods of time during disaster relief operations domestically and internationally.
- Comfortable working in challenging living conditions, which may include limited access to electricity and clean water.
- Ability to make business-related purchases using a company purchasing card.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driving record and valid passport.
- Personal vehicle required for use in non-disaster settings.
- Available to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
- Demonstrated life application of Biblical principles and practices in alignment with OB’s non-profit Christian mission.
- Include a link to your video portfolio.
Nice To Haves
- Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred for fieldwork within Hispanic communities.
Responsibilities
- Capture and produce compelling stories of Operation Blessing’s disaster relief and humanitarian efforts.
- Deploy within hours to disaster areas to document events.
- Shoot and edit video, conduct interviews, produce stand-up segments, and photograph events.
- Deliver footage in real time.
- Tell stories that showcase the impact of OB’s work and its partnerships.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
- Health and life insurance
- Department and ministry-wide chapel time
- Substantial tuition reduction for employees and dependents through our partnership with Regent University
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
