Video Producer/Project Coordinator

Aptive is seeking an inspired, bold, multi-skilled video producer to join our creative team. The Video Producer will be an integral part of the production team. They will be responsible for ensuring all projects are completed on time and exceed client expectations through managing, planning, communicating, and scheduling. The Video Producer will bring creative collaboration and management skills to support digital content creation across client owned properties.

We are looking for someone with an exceptional eye for detail who brings creative, technical, and management skills to help concept, brainstorm, produce, and play a key part in the planning and production process. The individual should excel at communication, managing multiple projects in parallel, and managing client expectations. This full-time position is located at Aptive’s Headquarters in Alexandria, VA, with remote options available. The Video Producer must be able to travel to Washington, DC and other locations, as needed, for production shoots.

Primary Responsibilities

• Excellent organizational skills and experience supporting executive-level clients.
• Ability to operate within a budget and track expenses.
• Experience managing and overseeing conference and dynamic event-style video/photo coverage.
• Works closely on various projects with videographers, photographers, vendors, and contractors on photo/video production shoots.
• Manages and creates project roadmaps, timelines, and schedules to meet project and client deadlines.
• Scout and reserve locations and other resources needed for production.
• Communicates daily with creatives and project managers on project status and deliverables.
• Schedules and casts talent for photo/video production.
• Creates and maintains database of actors, contractors, and locations for future projects.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, organize time, and identify resources for projects.
• Ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Desire to work in a fast-paced, rapidly evolving environment.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of production experience at an agency and/or production house environment.
• End-to-end familiarity with photo and video production process, form pre-production through post.
• Bachelor’s degree in film or video or related experience strongly preferred.
• Strong project-management and organizational skills.
• Experience managing and overseeing dynamic conferences and event-style video/photo coverage.
• Experience supporting large Cabinet-level federal agencies is ideal.
• Ability to work onsite in Washington, DC as needed by client.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
• Reel and/or example links required.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to oversee, manage, concept and produce innovative digital video products and marketing content across client-owned channels (e.g., YouTube, Facebook, Instagram.) on a daily basis.
• Participate in strategic planning for photo and video storytelling across channels, including websites, newsletters, social media, as well as conferences and other in-person events.
• Manage all aspects of photo/video production including pre-production, production, and post-production.
• Experience producing short and long form videos including documentary pieces, commercial-style shoots, both in the field and in studio settings.
• Serve as on-site field producer for photo and video productions for clients, external and internal events, and conferences.
  
  

About Aptive

Aptive is a modern federal consulting firm focused on human experience, digital services, and business transformation. We harness creativity, technology, and culture to connect people and systems to impact the world. We’re advisors, strategists, and engineers focused on people, above all else.

We believe in generating success collaboratively, leaving client organizations stronger after every engagement and building trust for the next big challenge. Our work inspires people, fuels change and makes an impact. Join our team to be part of positive change in your community and our nation.

EEO Statement

Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.

Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.