The National Democratic Training Committee (NDTC) is seeking a creative and technically skilled Multimedia Producer to lead our visual storytelling efforts and build our organizational capacity for producing compelling video and multimedia content. This role combines hands-on production expertise with strategic leadership, team management, and a forward-looking approach to emerging creative technologies.
Team Leadership & Management
Directly manage our in-house Graphic Design Specialist, providing creative direction, skill development, and performance management
Delegate design projects effectively, ensuring workload balance and professional growth opportunities
Foster a culture of creative excellence, experimentation, and continuous improvement
Video Production & Creative Leadership
Lead end-to-end video production for organizational needs including training content, promotional materials, and event coverage, providing video assets to support social media strategy
Drive creative ideation and storyboarding processes, translating organizational objectives into compelling visual narratives
Direct shoots, manage camera work, and execute all phases of post-production including editing, color correction, sound design, caption production and review, and final delivery
Maintain and manage video production equipment, software, and asset librarie
Organizational Capacity Building
Develop and deliver training programs that empower staff across the organization to capture high-quality video footage using smartphones and basic equipment
Provide virtual and in-person coaching to staff attending major events to ensure we capture compelling B-roll, interviews, and event coverage
Create simple guidelines, templates, and resources that enable non-production staff to gather usable content when professional production isn't feasible
Build systems and workflows that make it easy for staff to submit footage and collaborate on video projects
Design Excellence & Best Practices
Establish and maintain design best practices across all organizational touchpoints for all staff creating visual content
Ensure brand consistency across video, graphics, presentations, and digital assets
Research and share emerging design trends, tools, and techniques that can elevate our creative output
Provide design consultation and feedback to colleagues across departments
Emerging Technology & Innovation
Monitor and evaluate how AI is transforming video production, audio design, motion graphics, and creative workflows
Test and implement AI-powered tools that can increase efficiency, enhance quality, or unlock new creative possibilities
Position NDTC to capitalize on emerging creative technologies while maintaining authentic, human-centered storytelling
Share knowledge and train team members on new tools and techniques
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Provide video assets that support the Curriculum team’s instructional video needs
Provide video assets that support the Marketing & Communication team's social media strategy and broader organizational messaging
Collaborate with Product & Tech and Political teams to understand content needs and deliver assets that support their objectives
Work closely with the Marketing and Communication team to ensure video content integrates seamlessly into digital marketing strategies
Build relationships with external vendors, freelancers, and production partners when additional capacity is needed
Event Coverage & Field Production
Travel to capture footage at major organizational events, candidate trainings, and political gatherings
Direct interviews with elected officials, candidates, and other key figures when opportunities arise
Manage on-location production logistics including equipment transport, setup, and troubleshooting
Work efficiently in fast-paced, unpredictable event environments
Disclaimer: The job description is not designed to include a comprehensive listing of responsibilities that are required to be executed by the employee. In order to best serve NDTC's mission, responsibilities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with reasonable notice provided.
4-6 years of progressive multimedia production experience with at least 1-2 years managing direct reports or leading creative teams
Proven people management expertise developing creative talent, providing constructive feedback, and delegating effectively
Strong video production skills across the entire production lifecycle: concept development, storyboarding, directing, camera operation, lighting, audio capture, editing, color grading, and final delivery
Proficiency with industry-standard tools including Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition), or equivalent video editing and motion graphics platforms
Design sensibility and visual storytelling ability with a portfolio demonstrating range across interview-style content, social media videos, event coverage, and narrative storytelling
Teaching and coaching abilities with demonstrated success training non-technical colleagues to improve their content creation skills
Understanding of emerging creative technologies particularly AI applications in video production, automated editing, audio enhancement, and motion graphics
Technical versatility and comfort with professional production equipment as well as smartphone-based content creation
Political and advocacy sector experience preferred with understanding of how to tell authentic, compelling stories that motivate civic engagement
Organizational skills and project management with ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Collaborative spirit and adaptability to thrive in a remote work environment and building relationships across distributed teams
Travel flexibility with ability to travel for event coverage and production needs (typically 4-8 times per year)