Principal Digital Media Producer

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a video production professional to create and edit content across talent acquisition, marketing, and product demonstrations. You will collaborate with the communications team, interpret creative visions, and deliver polished footage on tight timelines.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3–5+ years of experience, with proficiency in Premiere Pro, Lightroom, and Photoshop. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Video Production, Digital Media, Journalism, OR a related field.
• 5 years of relevant experience or a master's with 3 years.
• Proven experience in capturing and editing video with a strong portfolio.
• Experience with Digital Asset Management systems and media organization.
• Excellent storytelling and cinematic understanding.
• Fluency in editing software (Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop).
• Keen attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Produce video content supporting business and communications priorities.
• Collaborate with the communications team to align with project visions.
• Edit raw footage into finalized film content for various programs and events.
• Meet project timelines and protect raw footage and assets.

Skills

Video production

Editing

Photography

Storytelling

Adobe Premiere Pro

Lightroom

Photoshop

Digital Asset Management

U.S. Citizenship

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Video Production, Digital Media, Journalism, OR a related field

5 years relevant experience or a master's with 3 years

Tools

After Effects

Illustrator

Motion graphics

Job description

Role Summary

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Location: Promontory, UT.

Key Details

• Relocation assistance may be available
• No clearance required for start
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

Responsibilities

• Produce video content in support of business and Communication priorities while reflecting company values and honoring the Northrop Grumman brand.
• Collaborate with the communications team and immediate team members to understand the creative vision for the communications team and objectives of each project.
• Proficient with the editing process, working with raw footage to assemble, refine, and finalize film content in support of but not limited to talent acquisition, marketing and advertising, product demonstrations and milestones, executive leadership events and social media.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of project timelines and deliver edited content within agreed-upon deadlines.
• Diligently protect and track raw footage and completed assets to safeguard proper handling of sensitive assets.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging editing techniques, and new software/tools to continuously enhance capture and editing capabilities.
• Consistently network with cross-sector peers and share/communicate project challenges, lessons-learned, success stories and significant milestones.

Basic Qualifications

• Proven experience with photography.
• Bachelor's degree in Video Production, Digital Media, Journalism, OR a related field with 5 years of relevant experience or a master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Proven experience in capturing and editing video, with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of editing styles and techniques.
• Experience with Digital Asset Management systems and a deep understanding of media organization.
• Excellent storytelling skills and a deep understanding of cinematic principles, pacing, and narrative structure.
• Fluency in industry-standard editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, and related creative tools involved in film making.
• Keen attention to detail, with the ability to maintain high standards of quality and accuracy in all aspects of editing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make creative decisions independently.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in After Effects, Illustrator, and creating motion graphics.
• Drone pilot with a Part 107 license
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance is a plus.
• Experience capturing and working with classified materials within government-restricted environments.
• Marketing and/or agency experience a plus.
• Experience experimenting with AI-generated visual elements (e.g., imagery, backgrounds, or simple animations) in a way that aligns with brand standards and ethics.
• Experience with interacting and capturing video in an executive level leadership setting.
• Proficiency in sound design and audio balancing.

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $73,900.00 - $110,900.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Application Period

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.

Citizenship Requirement

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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About Northrop Grumman

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.