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Crooked believes that we need a better conversation about politics, culture, and the world around us—one that doesn’t just focus on what’s broken, but what we can do to fix it. We are a media network that showcases stories, voices, and opportunities for activism that inform, entertain, and inspire action, because it’s up to all of us to do our part to build a better world.

Job Summary:

Crooked is hiring for an Associate Video Producer on the Video department reporting to the Sr. Video Producer. This role will focus on assisting in the production of video content for a variety of platforms with a strong focus on YouTube

Crooked has adopted a hybrid work model for our entire staff. We know each role has different needs, and for the Associate Video Producer, this role will be primarily based on-site in our Los Angeles studios, with the occasional evening record, and the opportunity to work from home on an occasional basis. We are ideally looking for Los Angeles based candidates, or candidates willing to relocate before the start date. In addition, Crooked requires all employees to provide proof of full vaccination and booster to combat the spread of Covid-19.

How You’ll Spend Your Time:

Assist with the conversion of Crooked pods into video content

• Work with a video producer to record the video of podcast recording sessions
• Collect and sync video and audio files for Post Production workflow
• Gather images, b-roll, and other assets to be utilized by the editors in Post Production
• Directly edit small segments like ad reads for the full episodes and short clips for release on social media

Assist with the production of original video and rapid response content

• Work with video producer on pre-production research and asset gathering
• Assist with any in-studio or remote productions
• Organize footage, audio, and assets for Post Production

Work with the Video Optimization Specialist to upload and publish video content

• Utilize templates to create thumbnails for YouTube releases
• Directly upload video content to platforms for publishing

Assist and act as Camera Operator on Off-Site Video Shoots

• Work with Video Producers to set up and execute off-site video shoots
• Ensure the collection of footage at the end of a shoot for upload to Crooked drives for Post Production

This job description provides a summary of how you’ll spend your time but is nowhere near exhaustive, so other duties may be assigned over time.

What You’ll Bring To The Table:

• 1-2 years of experience working in a studio or production company setting OR similar length time in educational media studies and internships
• Ability to follow detail-oriented technical instructions
• Familiarity with Sony FX6 (or similar) cameras and an understanding of basic photographic principles - aperture, ISO, color temperature, frame rate, etc.
• Knowledge of safety standards for using camera/lighting equipment
• Video editing experience using Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop
• A knack for creative solutions when things don’t go as planned
• Ability to work under short deadlines
• Flexibility to work on some evening or weekend productions (planned in advance)

Pay and Perks:

At Crooked, we believe in paying employees competitive market salaries. And we also believe in providing holistic and rich benefits to all full time staff, including:

• Paid healthcare, with most individual plans paid fully by the company
• 401k match
• Generous vacation and paid leave including, sick, bereavement, pregnancy loss, and disability leaves
• 20 weeks of paid parental leave
• Commuter reimbursement or paid parking
• A monthly communications stipend
• Professional development opportunities
• And did we also mention our offices are closed at the end of the year?

Once we’re ready to extend an offer, we look at the individual’s years of relevant experience and other compensable factors to determine a competitive offer. And for this role, the starting salary is $80,000. This position is covered under the Writers Guild of America East Collective Bargaining Agreement.