Senior Video Producer

Job Title: Senior Video Producer

Position Summary:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (“the Foundation”) is seeking top talent for its Senior Video Producer position. The Senior Video Producer will be responsible for collaborating with stakeholders across the organization and external community spokespeople to create persuasive, relatable and engaging multimedia content across mission-critical calls to action for the Foundation’s robust and dynamic audiences of patients, families, donors and researchers.

Reporting to the Director of Multimedia, the Senior Video Producer will lead the Foundation’s video and multimedia production from end to end. This individual will staff and supervise shoots, manage the post-production workflow and bring a strong editorial and writing background to the creation of videos and other multimedia content that effectively convey the objectives and promise of the Foundation’s scientific programs, patient advocacy and research engagement initiatives to speed a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). This is an opportunity for a highly skilled producer who can quickly translate complex topics, distill them for lay audiences and create compelling and elevated multimedia assets with a range of purposes and styles in the Foundation’s brand voice.

The Senior Video Producer manages the conceptualization, development, execution and delivery of a high volume of deadline-driven videos and other forms of content including live action series, animated explainer videos, short documentary films, webinar roll-ins, podcast and social promos, etc. across the Foundation’s digital channels to educate and engage the community and inspire them to get involved.

This role will work closely with and seek input from colleagues in Communications, Marketing, Development, Research, the C-Suite and Board members, as well as research and patient subject matter experts at key stages of the production process. This position will steward talent, including high-profile VIPs and community members by creating an atmosphere of efficiency, discreteness, and professionalism on set.

This position is hybrid-flex, and you will be required to work from the Foundation’s office in New York City at least once a week and more when there are planned shoots. This position is required to travel outside of New York City for filming 5-10% of the year.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Build relationships and collaborate with key stakeholders including internal subject matter experts and business owners across the Foundation, external community members, and production vendors to develop a range of multimedia content focused on fundraising, audience growth, engagement, sponsorship, and conversions to various calls to action
Content topics and talent should be sourced with a lens to equity, diversity and inclusion, with the goal of making the Foundation’s resources relatable, practical, and engaging for the broadest possible audience of people and families impacted by PD
Manage every aspect of pre-production for video and multimedia assets — obtain input from key Foundation stakeholders; develop well-researched outlines, scripts and storyboards; book crews and shoot locations; onboard new-to-Foundation vendors; organize prep calls; develop production schedules, call sheets, etc.
Lead production for virtual and in-person shoots — supervise crews and work closely with talent to ensure that multimedia content embodies the required messages and is captured with an eye to the Foundation’s brand voice, project goals and standards of excellence; step into role of off-camera interviewer with ease; take professional photos and behind-the-scenes videos on set for promotion
Oversee the post-production and editing process — activate key stakeholders for input and review at project milestone moments; hire and manage editors, producers, animators, audio and color post-houses, etc., as needed and provide them with a clear blueprint for their work; work closely with the project management team to manage asset review and delivery timelines and ensure project is on budget; complete post-production tasks like editing videos and creating graphics on your own if a project calls for it; develop or modify content in response to breaking news or important advancements across the Foundation
Manage digital asset management platforms, MediaSilo and EVO, overseeing daily use and upkeep of the libraries. Tasks include uploading media, organizing assets, curating assets, developing and assigning metadata, onboarding and training new users on best practices, troubleshooting platform issues and performing ongoing audits of digital assets
Possess strong editorial skills to be able to write and review scripts and create multimedia assets that turn complex topics into sensitive, compelling and engaging high-quality content

Qualifications and Skills:

Relevant experience in broadcast journalism, multimedia production or marketing/communication; at nonprofit and/or mission-based organizations with a specialization in public health, biology, or life sciences is preferred
Relevant track record of managing the entire video production lifecycle from ideation and creation to deployment and promotion
Demonstrated success in producing high-quality multimedia content in a range of formats and styles with competing deadlines, working cross-functionally with internal and external stakeholders
Superior writing and editorial skills to distill complex concepts into compelling, accessible multimedia storytelling and materials to engage various audiences in our mission
Fastidious attention to detail in editing and proofing content
Expert in Adobe Creative Suite, DSLR cameras and film and lighting set ups
High level of comfort with technology and proficiency working across multiple digital platforms with an integrated marketing and communications team
Ability to successfully lead in-person shoots and virtual recordings with a range of experts, including VIP talent and high-profile stakeholders
Top-notch production management skills, including proactive and collaborative development of work plans and timelines
Team player with strong and effective in person, print, and online communication skills
Please include a portfolio with links to your work that best showcases the above skills and qualifications within the cover letter of your job application. Final candidates will be asked to complete a writing test.

Salary and Benefits:
The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000. In addition to salary, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

15+ options for medical insurance (with the Foundation paying 90 percent of the premiums)
Competitive dental and vision plans
401(k) plan with 6 percent employer contribution
Flexible spending accounts
Employer paid life and disability insurance
18 Vacation Days; 12 Well-Being (Sick) Days; 2 Personal Days; summer Fridays (office closure at 2pm) and a summer holiday week over July 4
Two ways of working: hybrid-flex, or remote work. We trust all employees to work closely with their manager and colleagues to determine when, where and how programs and projects get done.

Employees are also eligible for a discretionary bonus on an annual basis. The Foundation provides staff and leadership cultivation through regular training courses and events.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and thoughtful cover letter describing through examples, their specific qualifications and interest in the position. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, please apply. Applicants who best match the position’s needs will be contacted.

About Us:
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research was founded in 2000 with one clear objective: accelerating meaningful therapeutic advances and, ultimately, a cure for Parkinson’s disease (PD). The Foundation applies extraordinary scientific, business and media assets to this singular focus—thus creating a unique and dynamic organization. Since inception, MJFF has quickly grown into the largest nonprofit funder of Parkinson’s disease research, having funded over $2 billion in research projects in both academic and industry labs worldwide.

Visit www.michaeljfox.org for more information.

Research has shown that people from marginalized communities apply to roles only when they meet 100% of the job requirements. If you think that your skills are transferable and can add value to this role, and you are someone who will contribute to our efforts to build and support a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce, we strongly encourage you to apply.

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