Short-Form Video Lead for Policy Communications

carnegieendowment; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Job summary

The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Washington, DC seeks a dynamic Social Video Manager to lead short‑form video storytelling, coaching scholars in best practices, and coordinating with partners. The role focuses on expanding video output across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube while shaping strategy and editorial direction.

With 4–7+ years in communications and at least 2 years in social video, you will manage budgets, train teams, and collaborate with policy programs to reach broad

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years of experience in communications, with at least 2 years in social video production.
• Ability to train scholars and other storytellers in best practices.
• Strong understanding of TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.

Responsibilities

• Increase Carnegie's video output on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
• Shoot and edit short-form video content and guide other creators.
• Develop a strategy blueprint for organizations in the new media landscape.

Skills

Social video production

Content strategy

Audience engagement

Budget management

Team training

Tools

Video editing

Job description

The Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Washington, DC seeks a dynamic Social Video Manager to lead short‑form video storytelling, coaching scholars in best practices, and coordinating with partners. The role focuses on expanding video output across Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube while shaping strategy and editorial direction.

With 4–7+ years in communications and at least 2 years in social video, you will manage budgets, train teams, and collaborate with policy programs to reach broad