Senior Video Producer

Audubon • Washington, DC

138d • $103,000 - $129,000

About The Position

Reporting to the Senior Creative Director, the Senior Video Producer is responsible for the full lifecycle of video production—from concept development and scripting to filming, editing, and final delivery. This role requires a strong visual storytelling sensibility and technical proficiency across all aspects of video production. The Senior Video Producer will collaborate closely with internal teams to create compelling content that advances Audubon’s mission to protect birds and the places they need. Projects may include short documentaries, campaign videos, promotional assets, educational content, internal presentations, and videos for Audubon’s website, social media platforms, and events. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for composition and design, a keen ear for audio and pacing, and a thoughtful approach to narrative structure. This is a hybrid role out of our New York, NY or Washington, DC office.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in film production, multimedia, communications, or a related field, with 7+ years of professional experience in video production, editing, motion design, or photography.
• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant work experience will be considered.
• Fluency in Spanish a must.
• Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience as a lead or senior video editor, with a proven portfolio of completed projects from concept to delivery.
• Brings a forward-thinking approach to content formats, distribution, and audience engagement across platforms.
• Mastery of Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Lightroom, and Photoshop.
• Proficient in Final Cut Pro and familiar with current video/audio workflows, file management, and asset archiving.
• Strong visual design sensibility, with a solid foundation in typography, color theory, layout, and visual storytelling.
• Demonstrated experience guiding freelancers or cross-functional partners.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills and ability to translate creative ideas clearly across teams.
• A collaborative, client-focused mindset, with the ability to integrate feedback from stakeholders while upholding creative integrity.
• Adept at managing multiple priorities, timelines, and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Highly organized with sharp editorial judgment and attention to detail when reviewing footage, scripts, and story arcs.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including sometimes heavy travel, field shoots, and tight production deadlines.
• Appreciation for birds and environmental conservation; passionate about using video as a tool to inspire action and connect diverse audiences with nature.
• Commitment to Audubon’s organizational values of care, collaboration, change, integrity, impact, and innovation.
• Experience fostering inclusive and collaborative work environments is valued.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Audubon staff to develop compelling concepts, scripts, and storyboards for video that reflect the organization’s mission and engage a wide audience.
• Contribute to the evolution of Audubon’s visual storytelling voice, exploring innovative styles, narrative formats, and video trends that enhance storytelling impact.
• Film high-quality video in a variety of settings, including in-studio interviews and field shoots in diverse habitats throughout the Western Hemisphere.
• Capture still photography to support multimedia packages or standalone editorial content.
• Travel across North, Central, and South America to document Audubon events, conservation initiatives, and field stories.
• Lead the post-production process, including editing footage, selecting scenes for maximum emotional and narrative impact, pacing, and continuity.
• Edit video for various platforms using Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, and other Creative Cloud tools.
• Incorporate music, narration, graphics, and animation, ensuring high production value and consistency with Audubon’s brand guidelines.
• Review, color correct, and optimize footage and still images to meet high visual standards.
• Ensure all final products meet accessibility standards, including captioning and audio descriptions where appropriate.
• Provide technical guidance, toolkits, and training to Audubon staff and freelance contributors as needed.
• Establish and maintain organized media asset libraries in Audubon’s Digital Asset Management system, including archival footage and project files, with appropriate metadata and backups.
• Ensure all videos undergo thorough quality control reviews and adherence to the Audubon brand prior to distribution or publishing.
• Stay informed on the latest video production trends, conservation media practices, and platform-specific requirements, recommending and implementing updates that keep Audubon content fresh and relevant.
• Maintain and foster a culture of safety.
• Other job-related duties as assigned by manager.

Benefits

• Salary range based on geo-differentials: $103,000 - $116,000 / year = D.C. $115,000 - $129,000 / year = NYC (not Oyster Bay)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree