Video Producer and Editor

Position Summary TheVideoProducerandEditorwillsupport the Center's video strategy by producing high-quality, engaging short-form video content across platforms. In addition to beingone of twoprimary internalresourcesfor all phases of video production,this role will execute video projects from concept through final delivery, helping translate complex research findings into clear, compelling visual stories. Working closely with researchers, editors, designers, and audience staff, the Video ProducerandEditor will ensure that all video content reflects Pew Research Center's standards for accuracy,clarityand nonpartisanship.This position reports to the Video Manager. This is a term-limited, grant-funded position expected to extend three years. Primary Responsibilities Video Productionand Editing(70%) • Produce and edit short-form video content for Pew Research Center's website andexternal platforms • Proactively pitchand developoriginal videoconcepts aligned with research releases and audience needs,contribute toscriptingand storyboarding, in collaboration with the Video Manager, Video Lead and internal partners • Create motion graphics and animations that clearly communicate research findings • Provide hands-on production support across studio and field shoots, including camera operation,lightingand audio • Handlepost-production workflows including editing, sound mixing, color correction, captioning and platform-specific formatting, ensuring optimization and accessibility across all distribution channels • Manage project timelines and deliverables to ensuretimelypublicationof video that isaligned with research releases and responsive to audience needs • Ensure all video content aligns with Pew Research Center's editorial standards, brandguidelinesand commitment to nonpartisanship Collaboration and Workflow (20%) • Partner with research, design, digital and audience teams to translate research into engaging video content • Coordinatepre-production planning, including production timelines, shot lists, interviewpreparationandlogistics • Incorporate feedback efficiently whilemaintainingeditorial standards and production timelines • Collaborate with audience development teams on packaging, thumbnails,titlesand descriptions to maximize reach and engagement • Work with freelance editors and vendors as needed • Provide guidance to other staff on fundamentals of video production Measurement andAssessment (10%) • Activelymonitorvideo performance across platforms, tracking metrics such as retention, watch time, completion rate,engagementand audience growth • Apply insights from analytics to improve storytelling, pacing,formattingand platformpackaging • Contribute ideas for testing and experimentation (e.g., variations in hooks, thumbnails,lengthor release timing) and incorporate findings into future production decisions • Stay current with trends in short-form video, motiongraphicsand social media formats Education/Training /Experience • B.A.or equivalent professional experience • 3-5yearsofexperienceproducing and editing high-quality short-form video content • Strong news judgment anddemonstratedability to translate complex research findings into clear,accurateand engaging visual narratives • Strong scriptwriting skills with the ability to craft concise, compelling narratives for short-form formats • Demonstratedproficiencyin video editing software (e.g., Premiere, After Effects) and motion graphics • Hands-on knowledge of video production equipment,lightingand audio fundamentals • Interest in working with data-driven research or journalistic content • Fluency in interpreting video performance metrics (e.g., retention, watch time, completion rate) and applying insights to creative decisions • Understanding of platform-specific best practices for social video distribution FLSA Status:Exempt The typical starting salary for this position is $75,000. Hybrid Work Schedule:Pew Research Center staffare required tobe present in the Center's Washington, D.C., office three core days weekly (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday).Staff may workvirtually fromremote locations on other days in a typical work week. Application Procedure:Click on the Apply button, and complete required fields. A complete application includes a cover letterandresume. Whenrequested, please upload a copy of your resume/CV, as well as a copy of your cover letter in the section labeled Resume/Cover Letter.If the documents have successfullyuploaded, you should see 2+ attached files beneath the"Drop files here"box.Please make sure you have uploaded a resume AND a cover letter before moving on to the next page. Total Rewards In addition to competitive pay, Pew Research Center's employees enjoy a robust total rewards packagethat includes: • Affordable, comprehensive health care that includes medical, dental (including adult orthodontia) and vision benefits. • Generous paid annual leave plan, including a winter break between Dec. 25 and Jan. 1 • Employer-paid disability, life insurance and paid family leave plans • Up to a 12% employer 401(k) contribution, with vesting at the end of the first year. • A 37.5-hour workweek. • Health savings or flexible spending account options with employer funding component. • Flexibility to telework a portion of each week, with an additional four telework "flex weeks" each year for most staff. EEO: Pew Research Centermakesemployment decisionswithout regard to age, sex, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, military/veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. We encourage applications from candidates who representa variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.