Video Producer

MyOutDesk • Sacramento, CA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

MyOutDesk (MOD) is seeking a skilled Video Producer who is a storyteller and takes pride in their work. This role involves owning the entire video production process, from concept to execution and performance analysis. The ideal candidate will have a point of view on what makes effective video content and will be empowered to experiment and chase significant viewership. MOD is at a pivotal stage, aiming to become the category leader by enhancing its storytelling through video. The company connects growth-minded businesses with top-tier global talent, founded in 2008 in Sacramento, and has served over 8,500 clients.

Requirements

• Ability to work with minimal direction, focusing on goals and context rather than detailed instructions.
• Proactive in pitching new ideas.
• Ability to ship content quickly and frequently, balancing quality with speed.
• Treat every video as an experiment: form a hypothesis, publish, analyze data, and adjust.
• Collaborate effectively with content, design, and sales teams.
• Strong video producing fundamentals and taste, using AI as a tool for speed, not as a crutch.
• Honest reporting of performance, including failures, to facilitate learning.
• 4+ years of professional video production experience, preferably for a brand or in-house team.
• A diverse portfolio showcasing range in video styles (long-form, short-form, polished, scrappy) with demonstrated results.
• End-to-end video production capability (concept, shoot, edit).
• Competence in camera, lighting, and audio for solo shoots.
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
• Comfort with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Strong storytelling and scripting abilities, capable of finding narratives in complex topics.
• Hook-based editing skills with an understanding of retention, pacing, and viewer engagement.
• Hands-on experience with AI tools or a strong enthusiasm to learn and leverage them.
• Self-direction, including prioritization, planning, and independent delivery.
• A continuous learning and self-improvement mindset.
• A degree or equivalent experience in Film, Communications, Design, Marketing, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute video strategy, including formats, series, topics, and content calendar.
• Conceptualize and script video content, identifying compelling narratives and hooks.
• Manage all aspects of video production, including shooting, lighting, and audio, in various settings.
• Handle post-production tasks such as editing, sound design, color correction, captioning, and motion graphics.
• Oversee YouTube content, focusing on long-form videos, channel growth, thumbnails, titles, and viewer retention.
• Create short-form social media content (Reels, Shorts, TikToks) optimized for each platform.
• Produce customer and sales-focused videos, including testimonials, case studies, demos, and sales enablement assets.
• Record, edit, and repurpose webinars and podcasts into multiple content pieces.
• Develop performance creative, including video ads and A/B testing variants.
• Track video performance, measure results, and conduct experiments to identify effective strategies.
• Manage video operations, including maintaining a footage library, organizing project files, and streamlining the request process.

Benefits

• Opportunity to build a body of work that can change your career trajectory.
• Room to experiment and permission to be wrong.
• Mandate to chase reach and high viewership.
• Work with a company recognized as a Top 50 Fastest-Growing Company and an Inc. 5000 award winner.
• Focus on collaboration, career growth, and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree