Job Description
Free Press and Free Press Action work to amplify the voices of people and communities in the crucial decisions that shape our media. We believe that positive social change, racial justice and meaningful engagement in public life require equitable access to technology, diverse and independent ownership of media platforms, and journalism that holds leaders accountable and tells people what’s actually happening in their communities. We work at the intersection of media and technology to strengthen our democracy.
Free Press seeks an experienced multimedia production manager who will guide the strategy for our multimedia content across multiple channels, including web, social media, email marketing, blog, as well as additional digital channels to further our marketing growth. Creating and distributing compelling original content is key to Free Press’ marketing and communications strategy of telling our stories and advancing our programmatic work. The multimedia production manager will work collaboratively with program staff to conceptualize, develop, and create multimedia assets, marketing content, and other digital experiences to share our programs in engaging ways with current and potential audiences.
Qualifications
- 3+ years of directly relevant experience in a nonprofit public interest organization or similar setting is required
- Strong interest in media and technology issues and demonstrated experience working on those or similar issues
- A commitment to racial equity and experience working with communities of color
- Value and respect differences of race, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, ability and socioeconomic circumstance
- Proficiency in social media platforms including but not limited to Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram
- Excellent writing, editing (images/ text), presentation and communication skills, including ability to think on one's feet and respond in clear, credible, and concise terms
- Experience in graphic design software and tools (Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, FTP file transfers, etc.) on MS or Mac
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including Premier Pro and Illustrator or similar products like Final Cut Pro or Canva
- Proficient in multimedia content production — audio and video — including pre-production, production, editing and release strategies
- Knowledge of and experience with social media platforms, best practices and current trends
- Well versed in the latest video technologies, styles, and branding guidelines
- Experience utilizing Social Media Management software such as Hootsuite and Social Listening and Analytics tools
Bonus qualifications
- Experience with DSLR video production and workflow
- Proficient in Final Cut Pro or Premiere Pro
- Knowledge of digital photography