Senior Videographer/Content Manager

U.S.-Securities-and-Exchange-Commission; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission's Office of Public Affairs is seeking a Senior Videographer/Content Manager to lead videography projects, advise on creative direction, and manage media productions across multiple formats.

You will plan, shoot, and edit high‑quality video content for public communications, events, and digital channels, ensuring consistency with agency messaging and deadlines.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience equivalent to GS/SK-13 level.
• Produce professional video content from pre-production through final delivery.
• Operate professional video production equipment in varied settings.
• Edit video content using non-linear software with graphics integration.

Responsibilities

• Produce professional video content from pre-production through final delivery.
• Operate cameras, lighting, and audio gear for on-site and studio shoots.
• Edit video content to deliver regularly scheduled projects.

Skills

Video production

Camera operation

Lighting

Video editing (Premiere Pro/Final Cut)

Field/studio production

Tools

Cinema cameras

Mirrorless cameras

Lighting kits

Audio recording equipment

Premiere Pro / Final Cut Pro

Job description

The Office of Public Affairs (OPA) is seeking a Visual Information Specialist (Senior Videographer/Content Manager). As a Senior Videographer/Content Manager, you will serve as a senior adviser and consultant providing expert artistic and technical advice, creating productions, and communicating information through a wide range of media. Applicants are responsible for confirming all required materials are submitted by the closing date of the announcement. Please check the How You Will Be Evaluated and Required Documents sections carefully, as missing documents will render the application incomplete and ineligible for review.

Qualifying experience may be obtained in the private or public sector. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic requirement, applicants must also meet the minimum qualification requirement.

SK-14: Applicant must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS/SK-13 level

• Producing professional video content from pre-production through final delivery, including planning, scripting, filming, and editing for recurring video projects completed each year; AND
• Operating professional video production equipment, such as cinema or mirrorless cameras, lighting kits, audio recording devices, and related accessories, in varied production settings as part of regular duties; AND
• Editing video content using non-linear editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent) to complete regularly assigned video deliverables, including timeline assembly, color correction, audio adjustment, and graphics integration; AND
• Capturing and editing video content for field productions, live events, and studio environments, including preparation, on-site recording, and post-production editing for event-based or studio-based projects performed throughout the year.

Accomplishment Record Competencies:

Your Accomplishment Record narratives should address the following competencies. See the How You Will Be Evaluated section below for more information.

• Competency 1: Creativity and Innovation: Ability to imagine or conceive of something new and original, and balances the creative idea against the status quo, to recommend which creative ideas to fully develop into new or cutting-edge programs/ processes.
• Competency 2: Communications Strategy Design: Creates and implements comprehensive and effective communication strategies and tactics for the organization.
• Competency 3: Project and Process Oversight: Manages and coordinates programmatic tasks, projects, and processes, including implementing innovative improvements.
• Competency 4: Technical Expertise in Videography: Applies knowledge of camera operation, lighting, composition along with expertise in editing to produce high-quality images.