What are the responsibilities and job description for the Video Producer position at New York City FC?
JOB TITLE: Video Producer
REPORTING TO: Director, Content
DEPARTMENT: Content, Marketing
LOCATION: Orangeburg, NY
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The purpose of this role is to assist the Content team in telling the story of New York City FC through best-in-class video content for all New York City FC owned and operated channels. Working with the Director, Content this role will be directly involved in the day-to-day content production for a professional sports club, alongside a talented and ambitious content team of videographers, photographers, and social media producers.
If you’re passionate about capturing the beautiful game both on and off pitch, this is a perfect opportunity to join the Club at an exciting time with New York City’s first-ever soccer specific stadium on the horizon.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Play a major role in the delivery of creative innovative video content for New York City FC owned media platforms:
- Ideate, produce, create, and edit video content of New York City FC home matches and training sessions for First Team, NYCFC II, & Academy, community & marketing events, and other projects as assigned to tell the NYCFC story through video content.
- Engage in pre-production planning, creative direction, filming, and editing of both long-form and short-form video content
- Plan and capture video in diverse settings, including structured shoots, press conferences, media sessions, and team events both indoors and outdoors
- Set up lighting, audio equipment, and cameras for shoots, including multi-camera setups
- Process, organize, and maintain video file organization
- Stay up to date with social trends and identify opportunities for engagement, collaborating with the Content team to deliver short-form video assets for owned channels.
- Use social data to inform video content decisions on a daily basis
- Able to work independently, take initiative, and maintain a high level of professionalism within a professional sports environment.
- Follow brand guideline specifications and ensure consistency on quality during production.
- Must be able to follow instructions.
WHO YOU ARE:
- 2 years of video production, including managing multiple cameras, wired and wireless audio and lighting, and strong editing skills on Premiere
- 2 years of experience working with professional athletes and establishing relationships with coaches and sporting executives.
- Experience concepting, pitching, and editing content from start to finish, with strong creative and visual storytelling skills
- Strong eye for social-friendly content, with ability to understand what will perform well
- Excellent communication skills and strong understanding of brand awareness
- Able to work both independently and in a collaborative environment
- Advanced Spanish language a must
- Experience shooting on Mirrorless, DSLR, or Digital Cine Cameras or equivalent
- Proficiency in setting up lighting, audio equipment, and cameras, including multi-camera shoots
- Knowledge and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.
- Experience working with both ambient and studio lighting
- Strong knowledge of U.S. soccer, MLS and international game
- Experience working with professional athletes
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicant must be able to comply with MLS Next Safety and Well-Being policy and any other applicable child safety policies provided to applicants by NYCFC
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary
- Ability to travel and cover road matches.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS:
- Director, Content
- Video Producers
- Social Media Managers
- Cross functional departments – comms, commercial, sporting
- Fan sites, Supporters’ clubs and fans
COMPENSATION:
This non-exempt position has an estimated annual base salary range of $65,000-$72,000 and is overtime eligible. Final compensation offer amounts are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to demonstrated skill set, years and depth of relevant experience, and some role-dependent factors such as certifications and software expertise. We welcome direct conversations with each candidate about compensation in all of our initial calls.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Excellent health, dental & vision insurance, with options to fit you and your family’s needs
- Comprehensive and competitive benefit programs, including maternal & paternal leave
- Ancillary benefits: Commuter, pet insurance, gym membership, and Citi Bike discounts
- Your health is important! Our wellness strategy focuses on mental and physical wellbeing through in-office and virtual programs
- Four complementary tickets to every NYCFC home match
- Team outings, happy hours, and annual staff gatherings to celebrate our co-workers
- A dynamic, ambitious, and fun work environment
NEW YORK CITY FOOTBALL CLUB OVERVIEW:
At New York City FC, we are on a mission to build this city into one of the soccer capitals of the world. The Club was announced as Major League Soccer’s 20th franchise and is the first and only MLS team located within the five boroughs of New York City. The Club has qualified for the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs eight times over the past nine seasons, winning MLS Cup in 2021. Games are broadcast through MLS Season Pass, the unprecedented subscription service from Apple and Major League Soccer that will have every match of the MLS regular season, Audi MLS Cup Playoffs, and Leagues Cup all in one place and with no blackouts. New York City FC is building New York City’s first-ever soccer-specific stadium, set to open for the 2027 MLS season. For more information, please visit: www.newyorkcityfc.com.
New York City FC is also one of 13 clubs comprising City Football Group and counts Manchester City FC, Melbourne City FC, Yokohama F-Marinos, Girona FC, Montevideo City Torque, Shenzhen Peng City FC, Mumbai City FC, Lommel SK, ESTAC Troyes, Palermo FC, Bahia, and Club Bolívar among its sister clubs.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Salary : $65,000 - $72,000
