Video Content Creator Job at Institute for Justice, Arlington, VA

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  • Institute for Justice
  • Arlington, VA

Job Description

The Video Content Creator will play a key role in bringing our mission to the court of public opinion through creative storytelling. This position will focus on producing engaging short-form video content that educates and inspires, while maintaining IJ’s brand voice. The ideal candidate is experienced at short-form video editing and passionate about IJ’s mission.

Characteristics:
  • A strong storyteller with good taste (both in terms of recognizing engaging content but also discerning about how/what/when to speak publicly)
  • Dependable, able to manage multiple projects at once
  • Organized enough to juggle projects and provide regular reports on production progress
  • Collaborative and open to feedback, especially during the approval process
  • Eager to deepen understanding of IJ
Responsibilities:
  • Brainstorm and collaborate on video ideas
  • Record and edit clips into compelling social media videos
  • Write scripts and coordinate with talent
  • Manage regular updates in the project management system to ensure transparency in the production workflow
  • Support other creative projects such as photography or graphic design as needed
  • Ensure all media aligns with IJ branding and voice
Required Skills:
  • Proficiency in video editing software (ex. CapCut, Adobe, Final Cut, etc.)
  • 2-3 years of experience in video production
  • Strong storytelling and creative writing skills
  • Deep familiarity with social media platforms and trends
  • Bachelor’s degree is a plus
  • Experience with motion graphics, animation, audio editing is a plus
Benefits: 
  • Hybrid work schedule
  • Flexible work hours with our core business hours of 10am and 4pm   
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (IJ covers 100% of individual premiums)
  • Free Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life insurance plans
  • HSA employer contributions
  • 401(k) with employer matches
  • Smart casual dress code with casual Fridays
  • Generous PTO package of accruing sick and vacation hours in addition to a paid personal day and floating and traditional holidays  
To Apply:
To apply, please submit a resume, portfolio or reel showcasing video work, and a cover letter detailing why you're interested in working for the Institute for Justice.    

 

IJ is an equal opportunity employer.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At IJ we value a diverse workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

To learn more about our culture and benefits, visit our Working at IJ page. No phone calls please.

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Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Casual work, Flexible hours,

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