Video and Live Event Associate Producer

Working knowledge of media equipment, computer graphic applications programs, lighting systems, computer projection equipment, audio production equipment and digital video production tools depending upon the specific application
Must possess a wide range of decision-making skills for the purpose of tracking production timelines, responding to quality issues, and tracking budgets
Ability and willingness to learn new and emerging technologies
Effective oral and written communication skills needed to determine and interpret customer and department needs, and comfort/ability to communicate with all levels including executives
Experience conducting business partner needs assessment, project planning, and execution
Must demonstrate high level of initiative with minimum supervision
Bachelor’s degree in communications or equivalent experience
Ability & willingness to travel

Support Production team leads on large-scale projects and initiatives via hands-on operation of video systems and software related to studio and location productions.
Learn and apply new technologies to improve production capabilities.
Independently plan, execute and manage video and event productions. This includes execution of the following activities: development, pre-production, location selection, directing talent, and music selection.
Communicate with internal clients to determine project objectives and needs and recommend appropriate production techniques to ensure objectives are met.
Contract and coordinate the activities of outside vendors hired for video and event productions.
Create and submit budget options for projects for approvals. Track expenses against budget, monitor and inform manager of budget issues and plan appropriate adjustments.
Participate in departmental initiatives to improve company video and event productions across multiple platforms.

5 years of relevant experience with a background in a corporate environment preferred