How You’ll Contribute
The Storytelling team works to expand the organization’s impact through journalism, photography, film/video, web content, mapping, asset management, and data visualization. As one of the largest funders to individual storytellers in this work, it also identifies key grantmaking and fellowship opportunities with creative talent. Much of the team's programmatic activity is focused on identifying and building capacity for the next generation of diverse storytellers.Your Impact
Responsibilities include:
Creative Producing and Editing: Produce and edit media that meets the highest National Geographic standards, bringing new creative ideas to every project. Under the supervision of the Sr. Producer, Base Camp, develop and execute projects independently through all phases of production including pre-production and planning, writing, field work, editing, and post. (40%)
Project Management: Under the supervision of the Sr. Producer, Base Camp and in collaboration with ISL senior team the Production and Operations Manager, manage all aspects of production so that projects adhere to schedule and budget. Coordinate production logistics and oversee Associate Producers, Field Crew, Photographers, and Editors assigned to the project. Ensure all projects deliver on time and on budget, and that all deliverables, including original assets and legal binders, are properly archived. Guide internal and external partners through the entire production process, including managing feedback. (30%)
Creative and Technical Production: Execute hands-on production tasks as necessary and able, including photography, videography, audio recording, editing, graphics, music composition. (30%)
What You’ll Bring
Educational Background
Bachelor’s degree with coursework in media production as well subjects aligned with National Geographic’s focus areas.
Minimum Years and Types of Experience
4+ years media production experience with 1+ year of producer level experience
Necessary Knowledge and Skills
A record of ambitious, innovative visual storytelling for major media outlets
Deep knowledge of multiple media disciplines
Proficiency in at least one creative skill (writing, cinematography, video editing, graphics, etc.). Preferred proficiency in video editing and post production.
In-depth knowledge of science, geography, culture, and conservation, and the ability to communicate these topics across multiple platforms including major media outlets
Knowledge of standard media production workflows
Excellent written, verbal, communication, collaboration and interpersonal skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, & Google Workspace software
Experience in content production within the museum space preferred
Supervision
No direct reports
Salary Information
The National Geographic Society offers a competitive and holistic total rewards package. Our compensation structure and transparent pay philosophy are based on industry-specific market data for similar-sized nonprofit organizations.
The salary range for this position accounts for a wide range of factors including but not limited to organizational need; specific skill sets; experience and training; certifications; and more. At the National Geographic Society, individuals are typically hired at or near the starting point of the salary range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
The salary range for this position is $77,900 - $82,000.
In addition, the National Geographic Society offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, and vision insurance; engaging and comprehensive wellness program; 401(k) retirement savings plan with matching contributions after 6 months of employment; flexible paid time off benefits with up to 22 days of paid annual leave per calendar year (15 days for new hires in their first year, prorated based on the number of pay periods remaining in the year) and 10 days of sick leave; 12 paid holidays and a paid winter break between December 25 and 31; paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility benefits; learning and development opportunities; Lifestyle Spending Account; pet adoption assistance and insurance; pre-tax transportation benefits with a generous employer subsidy; employer-paid life insurance and disability benefit; and a variety of National Geographic discounts and perks.
Job Designation
Resident - Our Resident category recognizes that certain staff need to be physically present at Base Camp to do their work. Some Resident staff must be at Base Camp every day to do their jobs, while others may only need to be physically present onsite some of the time to meet looming deadlines or to get work done and may require a unique schedule. As such, this category has been revised to provide maximum flexibility depending on what’s required for each individual role. The days Resident staff come into the office will be determined by their teams and workflow, and they should work with their supervisors to determine their specific schedule. And throughout the year, their schedule may be adjusted based on cyclical work cycles, deadlines, and/or ebbs and flows of work.Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
We encourage you to apply even if your experience is not a 100% match with the position. We are looking for someone with relevant skills and experience, not a checklist that exactly matches the job description. We want to help you grow and in return, you help us grow into a stronger, more inclusive organization.