Description
Job Description
NRECA is a unique national trade association providing advocacy, financial services and business support services to over 900 consumer owned electric cooperatives across the country. NRECA employees are united by our mission, inclusive culture, collaborative workplace and commitment to service excellence. As a “best place to work” employer, we operate with integrity, transparency and a spirit of innovation.
NRECA's communications and marketing department is a central hub of the association and is responsible for shaping external, internal and member communications and marketing efforts. The department works to tell the modern electric cooperative story, positively influence the perception of cooperatives with inside-the-beltway policymakers, elevate the organization's brand and showcase the value of NRECA membership. Working collaboratively with C-Suite leaders and partners among all the departments, the communications and marketing team is creative and passionate, focused on building a better tomorrow for electric cooperatives across the nation.
We are looking for an experienced multimedia storyteller with ability to find innovative, engaging ways to bring NRECA and member stories to audiences through video, still photography and audio. Works with NRECA leadership, staff and members to ensure content is aligned with NRECA's advocacy, editorial, media and marketing priorities. Ensures brand consistency across platforms, manages digital assets, and collaborates with teams to translate concepts into engaging, high-quality visual stories. May work from home up to 2 days per/week.
Key Responsibilities
Advises business leaders and cross-functional teams on multimedia strategy, recommending story priorities to elevate NRECA's advocacy and organizational objectives.
Defines strategic direction for content coverage to meet business and financial objectives.
Leads multimedia production and governs the production process to ensure the highest degree of quality and efficiency.
Works with Communications managers and other internal stakeholders to create a plan for multimedia that aligns with NRECA's goals and policy agenda.
Identifies key topics and opportunities that leverage multimedia on NRECA's digital channels.
Manages video production projects from conception through post-production and delivery.
Conceptualizes, scripts and creates multimedia content (slideshows, infographics, videos, etc.) to support marketing, editorial, social media and event content.
Produces and edits NRECA podcasts and other audio needs.
Provides videography and still photography coverage at various NRECA meetings, events and hearings on Capitol Hill.
Report to the office three days a week and/or as needed. Travel a few times a year.
Required Qualifications and Skills
Bachelor's degree in journalism, multimedia, videography, video production or other related fields.
7 or more years of progressive work experience in a fast-paced creative and production environment, with at least 5 years direct experience with video shooting and editing.
Expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator), AI video editing software and content management systems
Strong skills in visual storytelling, graphic design and typography. Proficient at using a Canon EOS C100 or other DSLRs, audio input and mixers and other shooting and lighting equipment.
Experienced in audio mastering and color correcting.
Knowledge of industry standards and design best practices with extensive knowledge of the principles of videography, photography, storyboarding, design and production, with an extensive portfolio as evidence.
Essential Physical Requirements:
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.
Disclaimer Statement: The preceding job description has been written to reflect management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Additional Requirement:
The preceding job description has been written to reflect management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
NRECA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail humanresources@nreca.coop or call: 703-907-5992 - NRECA Arlington Human Resources. Please call 402-483-9275 - NRECA Lincoln Human Resources, for Lincoln, NE employment opportunities. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released the 'Know Your Rights' poster, which updates and replaces the previous "EEO is the Law" poster and "EEO Is the Law Poster Supplement".
Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination. NRECA will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.
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For more information about life at NRECA please visit www.Electric.coop.
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