Media Manager

YMCA of Honolulu • Honolulu, HI

5d • $50,000 - $62,000

About The Position

The Media Manager supports the YMCA’s work as a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This creative role focuses on storytelling through visual media, including capturing high-quality footage, editing compelling videos, and producing finished content aligned with the YMCA’s brand, mission, and organizational objectives.

Working closely with the Program Executive Director and Program team, the Media Manager plans and executes visual content for events, programs, promotional campaigns, and social media initiatives. The position ensures media reflects organizational goals, values, and brand standards while authentically representing the communities and individuals served. The role may also guide and support the Media Specialist through skill development, production coordination, creative feedback, and quality oversight.

The position and its pay depend on funding availability and continuation of the contracted program. The current contract provides programming from June 2024 through July 2025, with the likely possibility of extension for an additional two years, until July 2027. YMCA staff share responsibility for preventing child abuse by maintaining professional boundaries, completing mandatory Praesidium training, and reporting concerns. Candidates must successfully complete comprehensive background screening, including criminal and sex offender checks.

Requirements

• College degree in Cinematography, Film Production, Marketing, or a related field, or four years of equivalent related work experience.
• Proficiency in video production techniques, including videography and post-production processes.
• Proficiency with video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and Canva.
• Familiarity with creating content for various social media platforms and understanding platform-specific trends and requirements.
• Strong understanding of camera operations, lighting, and sound equipment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to receive constructive feedback positively.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of visual storytelling.
• Commitment to inclusion and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Ability to travel from one location to another in a timely manner.
• Exemplifies the YMCA mission and the pillars of character development: honesty, caring, respect, responsibility, and diversity.
• Successful completion of comprehensive background screening, including criminal and sex offender checks.
• Commitment to preventing child abuse by upholding professional boundaries, completing mandatory Praesidium training, and reporting concerns.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of drone operation.
• A portfolio showcasing previous work in videography and editing.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Program team to conceptualize and plan video projects from inception to completion.
• Operate cameras and other equipment to capture high-quality video content in various settings.
• Edit raw footage using industry-standard software, including Adobe Premiere, Canva, and Final Cut Pro, to create polished final products.
• Use motion graphics, sound design, and other post-production techniques to enhance video quality.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and maintain high standards of quality.
• Plan and execute visual content for events, programs, promotional campaigns, and social media initiatives in coordination with the Program Executive Director.
• Ensure visual media reflects YMCA goals, values, and brand standards and authentically highlights the communities and individuals served.
• As needed, guide the Media Specialist by supporting skill development, coordinating production priorities, providing creative feedback, and helping maintain consistency and quality across visual content.
• Complete mandatory Praesidium training, uphold professional boundaries, and report child-safety concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time