Video Specialist, Creative and Campaigns

International Justice Mission • Columbia, VA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

International Justice Mission (IJM) is seeking a Video Specialist, Creative and Campaigns to create compelling video content that advances IJM’s mission through storytelling. The ideal candidate has a strong sense of story, a sharp eye for visual detail, and expertise in post-production workflows, including color grading and audio integration. They ensure visual consistency through color grading and brand standards, collaborate closely with producers, writers, and creative leads to bring stories to life, and contribute innovative storytelling through motion graphics and animation techniques. This role also requires agility to lead rapid-response content development for timely campaign moments, breaking news, and field-driven storytelling needs. This is a unique opportunity to craft videos that inspire action and advance a mission that matters. This position is hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) if located in the Washington, DC area or remote for non-local candidates. It reports to Director, Creative & Campaigns and is only available for candidates with the right to work in the US.

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional video editing experience
• Proven portfolio of high-quality edited work, including social and branded content
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro
• Working knowledge of After Effects or other animation software is a plus
• Experience with color grading tools and post-production workflows
• Familiarity with media management systems and cloud-based backup tools
• Strong understanding of storytelling, pacing, and visual composition
• Ability to produce short-form, social-first content optimized for engagement
• Experience working in nonprofit, documentary, or cause-driven storytelling environments preferred
• Mature orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of After Effects or other animation software

Responsibilities

• Edit a variety of content formats including social media videos, donor stories, brand films, and internal pieces
• Apply transitions, sound design, voiceover, and music to ensure compelling storytelling and emotional impact
• Ensure high production value across all outputs and meet project deadlines
• Export and format files for distribution across web, social, and broadcast channels
• Manage and organize raw footage within digital asset management systems and maintain secure backups of all assets
• Pull and manage raw footage from the DAML (Digital Asset Management Library) and flag footage or assets needing additional capture or licensing
• Ensure secure online and offline storage of video assets to maintain reliable and organized backups for all video projects
• Implement best practices for version control, naming conventions, and media storage workflows
• Perform base and advanced color correction and grading to ensure brand alignment and continuity
• Create or follow LUTs and templates, and adjust lighting, tone, and contrast to enhance visual quality
• Stay up to date with current grading tools and trends
• Create or support motion graphics and simple animation elements to enhance storytelling
• Support integration of branded visual elements such as lower thirds, logo animations, or end cards, and collaborate with designers or animators on more complex needs as applicable
• Attend creative briefings and provide input on visual execution
• Collaborate with producers, writers and creative leads to execute visual storytelling aligned with strategic messaging
• Adapt quickly to feedback from stakeholders and revise accordingly while maintaining positive and productive communication with cross-functional teams
• Lead rapid-response content creation efforts to support timely campaign and storytelling opportunities
• Participation in IJM’s community of spiritual formation

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
• Monthly commuter and parking benefits in the DC metro area
• Retirement benefit options
• Paid leave starting at 23 days
• 12 holidays (plus early release the day prior)
• Daily, quarterly, and annual community spiritual formation
• Robust staff care resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed