Job Description:
The Video Production Manager is the lead visual storyteller for The Lovett School, creating dynamic video content for the website, social media, email, and campaigns. This role works closely with the Communications team and other departments to capture the stories that define the Lovett community. The ideal candidate is a creative thinker, skilled producer, and strong collaborator who enjoys engaging with students and faculty. This position requires both technical expertise and project management skills to produce compelling, high-quality content that supports school communications and marketing goals. This is a full-time, 12-month position that may require evening or weekend hours during the school year.
Reports to: Senior Director of Communications
Position Responsibilities:
- Develop and lead all phases of video production - concepting, scripting, filming, editing, and publishing - across various communications needs.
- Serve as the primary videographer and video editor for school events, interviews, student life highlights, and promotional features.
- Create compelling short- and long-form videos that advance institutional goals in admission, development, and storytelling.
- Provide content for social media channels, email campaigns, and digital signage in collaboration with the Digital Communications Manager and Marketing Communications Manager.
- Build and maintain a robust archive of video assets, including organizing and tagging footage for future use.
- Photograph school events and day-to-day moments to supplement video content and enhance visual storytelling.
- Collaborate with colleagues in Advancement, Admission, Athletics, Fine Arts, and Academic Divisions to develop visual content for campaigns and initiatives.
- Provide post-production support, including motion graphics, captioning, and music licensing.
- Liaise directly with the Athletics and Fine Arts departments for communications requests and needs.
- Maintain and organize video production equipment, including cameras, lighting, sound gear, and editing software; recommend updates as needed.
- Stay current on video trends, formats, and social media best practices to ensure content remains fresh and engaging.
- Serve as a campus ambassador who is present at key events and engaged in school life, capturing moments that reflect Lovett's mission and culture.
- Occasionally work outside standard hours to capture evening and weekend events; flex schedule as needed with advance notice.
Position Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, film/media production, visual arts, or a related field.
- 3+ years of professional experience in video production, multimedia storytelling, or digital content creation—ideally in an education, nonprofit, or agency environment.
- Proven experience filming and editing video projects from concept to completion.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop. Working knowledge of Illustrator, InDesign, and Canva a plus.
- Experience using DSLR or mirrorless cameras, audio gear, and lighting equipment in a variety of settings.
- Strong storytelling instincts and visual composition skills, with a portfolio that demonstrates creativity and technical quality.
- Understanding of best practices for publishing and promoting video content across social platforms (Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
- Highly organized with strong project management skills; able to juggle multiple deadlines and stakeholders.
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills; a team player who is comfortable collaborating across departments and with students.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently, show initiative, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing or collaborating on social media content strategy.
- Familiarity with content management systems (e.g., Blackbaud, Finalsite, WordPress) for embedding and sharing digital media.
- Ability to contribute to graphic design, photography, or basic animation in support of integrated campaigns.
- Passion for school culture and enthusiasm for capturing joyful, unscripted moments. Bachelor’s degree in communications, film/media production, visual arts, or a related field.
Interested candidates should submit a single PDF that includes the following:
- A current resume
- A cover letter outlining professional strengths and interest in The Lovett School
- A link to a reel, personal website, YouTube channel, or video files showcasing previous work
Physical Demands:
NOTE: The Lovett School employment process includes a post-offer drug (hair) test and background check. See the employment application for more information.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, and talk or hear. The position requires frequent typing, at times for long periods of the day. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- After school
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
