What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vertical Video Producer position at The Democratic Party?
The Democratic National Committee is looking for a talented and creative vertical video producer to join our digital team. The individual hired for this position will oversee the production of vertical videos for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts that directly contribute to the growth of DNC accounts on those platforms.
\n- Create multiple high-performing vertical videos each week for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts
- Independently oversee the production of vertical videos from ideation to publishing
- Draft DTCs and explainer video scripts for principals
- Keep up with platform trends and constantly come up with new, high-potential ideas
- Cover events, such as rallies and town halls
- Establish effective ways to use footage from live streams, press conferences, and events, as well as news coverage, to create high-performing videos
- Help grow DNC accounts on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube
- Significant experience creating successful videos for TikTok
- Proficiency in mobile-first editing applications, such as CapCut and Kapwing
- Deep knowledge of platform trends and viral formats
- Experience directing on-camera talent
- The ability to work quickly and efficiently in high-pressure situations
- The ability to collaborate respectfully and effectively with others
- The desire to create informative and persuasive videos that inspire viewers to support Democratic candidates and causes
The starting salary for the Vertical Video Producer position is $52,000 on an annualized basis, commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, which means you will be eligible for overtime pay for hours worked in excess of 40 in a given workweek, and has an end date of November 13, 2026. This position is in the bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local-500.
The Democratic National Committee (DNC), is committed to diversity among its staff, and recognizes that its continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. The DNC is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity or physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. The DNC will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and any such conduct is strictly prohibited.
Benefits:
The DNC offers a generous benefit package, including:
Generous paid time off, including federal holidays and open leave
Health and dental insurance for employee and dependents; 90% paid by the DNC, 10% paid by employee
Supplementary vision plans available to employees for purchase
Up to a 5% employer match DNC 401(k) plan
Pre-tax flexible spending account benefits available to employees and dependents
Salary : $52,000
