Video Producer & Director - Lead Strategic Visual Stories

Sandia National Laboratories; New Mexico; On-site; USD 87,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking an experienced Video Producer & Director to join our Creative Services team. You will collaborate with specialists and staff at all levels to create, refine, and manage video projects from start to finish, leading concept development, scripting, filming, editing, and final delivery.

You will drive the creative process, produce diverse videos, and ensure high-quality outputs while managing budgets, timelines, and client expectations in a dynamic environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Media Arts, Film/TV, Communications, or a relevant field, plus 5+ years of related video production experience.
• Experience editing full-scale productions with Adobe Premiere or DaVinci Resolve.
• Cinematography and lighting for studio and field conditions.
• Translating technical concepts into compelling communications products.
• Ability to manage budgets and schedules for production projects.

Responsibilities

• Dream big and drive innovative video content across projects.
• Collaborate with staff and leadership to uncover communication needs and guide strategies.
• Lead the creative process from concept to completion with strong customer service and project management.
• Produce a wide variety of videos including promotional, training, marketing, informational, and classified content.
• Evaluate challenges and tailor solutions to meet goals, manage budgets, and negotiate with teams and vendors.
• Plan and prioritize communication initiatives to ensure smooth workflows and timely delivery.

Skills

Editing

Cinematography & Lighting

Communication of technical concepts

Project management

DOE clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Media Arts, Film/TV, Communications, or relevant field

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories is seeking an experienced Video Producer & Director to join our Creative Services team. You will collaborate with specialists and staff at all levels to create, refine, and manage video projects from start to finish, leading concept development, scripting, filming, editing, and final delivery.

You will drive the creative process, produce diverse videos, and ensure high-quality outputs while managing budgets, timelines, and client expectations in a dynamic environment