Job Description

· Plans, coordinates, produces, and directs live and recorded multimedia productions supporting NSF OLPA communications.

· Transforms strategic communications goals and complex science topics into compelling video and multimedia products.

· Leads pre-production activities, including concept development, formats, scripts/treatments (in coordination with writers), schedules, and resource planning.

· Directs and executes field and studio productions, including camera operation, lighting, audio, talent direction, and livestream events.

· Performs post-production editing using Adobe Premiere Pro; integrates graphics, animations, sound, and captions.

· Creates graphics and animations using Photoshop and After Effects; supports 3D elements as needed.

· Prepares final media files for distribution and publishing, including metadata, captions, and platform-specific formats.

· Posts content to NSF and non-NSF platforms; coordinates distribution and notifications as required.

· Ensures compliance with NSF branding, Section 508 accessibility (captioning, audio descriptions as applicable), and federal standards.

· Uses digital asset management systems to archive media and permissions; supports internal/external media requests.

Education Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in Multimedia Production, Film, Video Production, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field; or

· Equivalent combination of education and professional experience.

Experience / Qualifications

· Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in multimedia/video production.

· Demonstrated experience across pre-production, production, and post-production workflows.

· Proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Photoshop; familiarity with compression and publishing tools.

· Experience producing science, educational, or public-sector content preferred.

· Experience meeting accessibility requirements (captioning, metadata) and managing DAMs preferred.