Media Production Editor

HKS Inc; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HKS Inc is seeking a skilled Media Producer to capture, edit, and deliver compelling visual content that aligns with the firm's storytelling and architectural branding. You will oversee shoots, edit emotion-filled videos and photography, and ensure consistency with the firm’s standards.

The role requires 3+ years in marketing or media production, proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, and strong collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Photography, Film Studies or related field.
• Typically 3+ years of marketing or media production experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office.
• Proficiency in all aspects of photo and video production.
• Familiarity with social media platforms.
• Knowledge of the architecture/interior design industry.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate across teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Problem solving and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Review footage and select best takes to align with strategic goals.
• Plan shoots and edits in advance to capture required content.
• Edit videos and photography per project vision and direction.
• Create compelling stories that enhance the firm's visual identity.
• Ensure media meets the firm's visual standards and quality benchmarks.
• Adjust lighting, color, and continuity for quality.
• Incorporate feedback to refine final products.
• Provide production timelines and schedules to stakeholders.
• Take ownership of work and share progress updates.
• Organize and archive media with consistent metadata.

Skills

Video storytelling

Communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Journalism, Photography, Film Studies or related degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview: Works closely with Media Production and collaborates across Brand and Comms team to shape how HKS captures and delivers visual content. Responsible for filming, photography, editing, revising, and retouching content and developing concepts that provide great storytelling and systems thinking. Anticipates job needs and proactively thinks through next steps.

Responsibilities:

• Reviews and selects the best footage to align with strategic goals in collaboration with leadership
• Plans shoots and edits in advance to ensure all necessary content is captured and the right elements are featured in the final cut
• Edits videos and photography according to the project and firm’s vision and direction
• Creates visually compelling stories that help the firm evolve its visual identity through the creative editing of media
• Ensures created media meets the firm's visual standards and quality benchmarks
• Adjusts video footage and photography for continuity, pacing, and overall quality such as improving and correcting lighting, coloring and faulty footage
• Makes revisions to refine final product by proactively seeking and receiving feedback
• Provides production requirements, schedules and editing timelines in a clear manner to all parties associated
• Takes ownership of assigned work and shares regular progress updates with leadership and project teams
• Organizes, tags, and archives all raw and finished media with meticulous metadata and consistent naming and folder structure in digital asset management software and production storage
• Assists and independently shoots photography and videography in environmental and studio settings
• Manages work efficiently and effectively across pre-production, production and post-production
• Stays current with industry trends and software updates

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Photography, Film Studies or related degree
• Typically with 3+ years of marketing experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office Suite
• Proficiency in all aspects of photo and video production
• Familiarity with social media platforms
• Knowledge of and interest in the architecture/interior design industry
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staff and customers; ability to forge trusting relationships within a diverse team
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work on multiple projects at the same time
• Ability to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise and professional manner both verbally and in writing
• Ability to problem solve and apply innovative solutions
• Ability to work and collaborate in a team environment, and ability to work independently and prioritize work
• Ability to effectively meet deadlines at expected quality

Travel may be required

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HKS is a global firm of architects, designers, planners and advisors who create places noted for their beauty and performance.

Our 1,600 people in 29 offices are united by the belief that an environmental, social and governance approach to design achieves design excellence.

In 2023, we became a carbon neutral firm.

We value honesty, diversity and inclusion and we celebrate creative thinking.

In partnership with our clients and collaborators, we craft powerful ideas and solutions.

Together we create places that stand apart.

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