Studio Director

The Democratic National Committee is looking for a talented, detail-oriented video production expert to join its digital team.

The Studio Director will oversee the technical and logistical elements of video production at the DNC studios in Washington, D.C.

and Wilmington, Delaware, with a special focus on managing these studio spaces.

The individual in this role will ensure that all video shoots the DNC hosts and produces operate efficiently and generate high-quality content.

Responsibilities

Manage the DNC studio space, including coordinating shoots with principals.

Ensure that all video equipment is up to technical standards, used appropriately, and stored safely.

Produce video shoots in the DNC studio space, using studio equipment.

Edit, organize, and archive footage, making it easily available to those who need it.

Troubleshoot technical issues related to the studio space, video equipment, and cloud storage.

Effectively collaborate with multiple teams to coordinate shoots.

Help manage relationships with vendors and oversee any work they do in the studio.

Coordinate remote shoots and livestreams.

Ensure that the DNC, as well as the DSCC and the DCCC, are getting the most out of the studio space.

Foster cross-team communication and collaboration related to production and tech.

Other duties as assigned to support the department and the DNC's mission.

Qualifications

Significant experience in video production.

Deep knowledge of video equipment, including cameras, lenses, lights, microphones, monitors, converters, and teleprompters.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.

Experience coordinating, managing, or producing studio shoots.

Experience filming with principals.

Experience organizing and managing media assets.

Knowledge of livestream production.

Ability to collaborate respectfully and effectively with others.

Ability to work quickly and efficiently in high-pressure situations.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects at once.

Full-time

The starting salary for the Studio Director position is $92,000, on an annualized basis, commensurate with experience and qualifications. The Studio Director position will require travel, which could be up to 30% of the time. This is a full-time, exempt position, that may require work on weekends, and has an end date of November 15,2024. Due to federal campaign finance rules, only U.S. citizens or U.S. green card holders are eligible for this role. See 52 U.S.C. 30121; 11 C.F.R. 110.20(i).