PragerU · 4 months ago
Video Specialist (Creative)
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelPragerU is dedicated to promoting American values through digital media and edu-tainment. The Video Specialist role involves producing engaging video content while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
ContentEducationNon ProfitVideo
Responsibilities
The Video Specialist should be proficient with video production
Able to shoot on different camera types
Able to record quality sound on location
Possesses a strong understanding of outdoor & indoor lighting
Able to handle problems on the move and in the streets, from solving hardware issues to dealing with escalated social situations
The right candidate should be able to film content & troubleshoot effectively in studio and on location, both by him/herself without backup and as part of a team
Vigilance for spotting a filming opportunity as well as avoiding bad ones
Comfortable and composed when engaging with a variety of people, including pedestrians, and occasionally in hostile situations because of politically charged content
Familiarity with live streaming for social media
The Video Specialist should be proficient with video post-production
Has an eye for crafting story, and for turning footage into narrative episodes within the guidelines of a show format or brand
Capable of filming & editing multiple videos and projects under very tight deadlines and short turnaround times
Able to process post-production audio and color-correction
A knowledge of codecs, file types, file structures, and post processes
Knowledge of After Effects & motion graphics highly desired
Able to work directly with multiple creative leads and managers to discuss and implement editorial notes
Able to take ownership of work, but also able to hand off work to be finished by someone else, or to pick up where others have left off, when necessary
The Video Specialist should be adaptable to new elements and problems
Juggle a wide variety of concurrent projects in different phases for multiple departments
Flexible and able to 'roll with the punches' within an ever-changing game plan
Imperative to be able to communicate, prioritize, and self-manage
Traveling will be required on a frequent basis. It may be required to fly, or to drive to a specific location in a rental car for long stretches of time
Qualification
Required
Must have editing, camera, and lighting experience
Proficient with video production
Able to shoot on different camera types
Able to record quality sound on location
Possesses a strong understanding of outdoor & indoor lighting
Able to handle problems on the move and in the streets
Able to film content & troubleshoot effectively in studio and on location
Vigilance for spotting a filming opportunity as well as avoiding bad ones
Comfortable and composed when engaging with a variety of people
Familiarity with live streaming for social media
Proficient with video post-production
Has an eye for crafting story, and for turning footage into narrative episodes
Capable of filming & editing multiple videos and projects under very tight deadlines
Able to process post-production audio and color-correction
Knowledge of codecs, file types, file structures, and post processes
Able to work directly with multiple creative leads and managers
Able to take ownership of work, but also able to hand off work to be finished by someone else
Juggle a wide variety of concurrent projects in different phases for multiple departments
Flexible and able to 'roll with the punches' within an ever-changing game plan
Imperative to be able to communicate, prioritize, and self-manage
Traveling will be required on a frequent basis
Skilled at running different types of cameras
Skilled at lighting and running sound
Skilled at editing, sound editing, and color correction
Light animation skills (Usually graphic overlays and lower thirds)
Skilled with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere, Photoshop, and After Effects
Skilled with ProTools and/or Audition (Logic Pro is a plus)
Familiarity with finalizing video content for online distribution & social media
Able to pull online source footage for re-cutting
Willing to innovate and bring effective solutions to the team
Capable of doing multiple videos and other projects quickly
Able to work with other animators, editors, and other vendors
Comfortable speaking with celebrities and all types of presenters
A true Team Player, proactive, helpful, honest, and calm under pressure
Quick to learn new processes, procedures, and technologies related to the job
Organized
Able to handle multiple projects at a time
Willing and able to take direction from different leaders but also bring his/her ideas and thoughts to the table
An eye for quality and a passion for excellence
Benefits
Annual bonus based on personal and company performance
Robust benefits package
Company
PragerU
PragerU is an online video resource that promotes knowledge and clarity on life's biggest and most interesting topics.
Founded in 2009
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Marissa Streit
CEO
Layne Thrasher
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-09-12
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