Audiovisual Production Specialist

Overview:

Join our team as an Audiovisual Production Specialist (Producer). This role will manage and produce high-quality video and multimedia content to support the Department of Justice, Office of Justice Program's Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA). This role requires a deep understanding of video production processes, development to final delivery while ensuring compliance with Section 508 accessibility standards. The specialist will serve as videographer, still photographer, podcast audio producer and digital media editor for a variety of communication products.

FedWriters is expanding rapidly and has been recognized by the Washington Post as a 2024 Top Workplace. It offers excellent growth opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Work Schedule and Location:

Remote: This full-time remote position will work Monday through Friday with occasional travel.

Media Production:

• Executes video production phases, including pre-production, recording, and post-production, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with BJA’s objectives.
• Edits video and audio products based on concepts, scripts, storyboards, and shot lists in collaboration with BJA stakeholders.
• Produce products to include external communication videos, video news stories, videography and photography of special events, conferences, symposiums and community activities and technical assistance and training videos.
• Provides multimedia support for digital media using appropriate software, including, but not limited to, Adobe Photoshop, Premiere, Illustrator and After Effects.

Project Planning and Coordination:

• Lead the coordination of on-site video projects, ensuring compliance with BJA’s style guides and performance standards.
• Work closely with BJA’s program staff and contract officers to provide periodic updates and status reports on all ongoing multimedia projects.
• Ensure all content is fully accessible and compliant with Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Team Collaboration and Communication:

• Establishes requirements for multimedia projects based on the customer’s objectives, arranges for the recording of required media onsite, such as B-roll and interviews with subject matter experts, and oversees products to completion.

• Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Multimedia, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant multimedia experience involving frequent, high-level technical and time-critical needs in the visual marketing, media and public information service areas within a deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing small to medium-sized programs or contracts, including planning, directing, and coordinating production activities.
• Direct audio and video production experience including on-location, in studio, and live event productions.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in video editing software, motion graphics, and multimedia production tools.
• Experience with Section 508 compliance and accessibility standards.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Ability to travel for on-location shoots, including in remote areas.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality products under tight timelines.
• Experience in handling large-scale event video production, including award ceremonies and tribute videos.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced experience in documentary, educational video production, and public service announcements.
• Experience with federal or government agency multimedia production is a plus.