Media Production Specialist

Title: Media Production Specialist

Department: Creative and Marketing

This role reports to: Director of Creative and Marketing

Location: Los Angeles, CA

About The Bail Project

The Problem

There is no place in the criminal justice system where money more clearly buys justice than bail. People who can't afford bail remain in jail before trial, while those with money buy their liberty. Tying freedom to financial ability upends the presumption of innocence, tears lives apart, and perpetuates racial and economic disparities. It is also a key driver of mass incarceration. Each year, an estimated 2.5 million people sit in jail cells across America because they cannot afford bail.

The Response

The Bail Project is a national nonprofit that provides free bail assistance and pretrial support to thousands of low-income people every year. We are on a mission to combat mass incarceration and demonstrate that a more humane, equitable, and effective pretrial system is possible.

The Model

The Bail Project uses a national revolving bail fund to pay bail for individuals who are legally presumed innocent, and whom a judge has deemed eligible for release. We then provide court reminders, transportation, and work with local partner organizations to connect our clients with voluntary social services and community-based programs. We call this model Community Release with Support, and it has proven highly effective in helping people make their court dates. As our clients' cases close, bail comes back into the fund where it is recycled to help additional people. The goal of The Bail Project is to work ourselves out of a job by gathering human stories and data from our ground work to advance legislative and policy change to end cash bail and invest in Community Release with Support ( aftercashbail.org ).

The Team

We are a community of advocates committed to ending mass incarceration and advancing racial and economic justice. Our organization consists of a central support hub and a growing network of client advocates or 'Bail Disruptors' who work in their local communities to provide bail assistance and help advance advocacy efforts on the ground.

Job Summary

As a Media Production Specialist at The Bail Project, your primary focus will be on creating high-quality audio and video content, with a secondary role in supporting graphic design and written content tasks. This position is tailored for individuals who are skilled in video production and editing, particularly for social media platforms, and have a working knowledge of graphic design. Your role will involve developing engaging video content, incorporating animations and special effects, and adapting these materials for various digital platforms. While video production is the core of this role, your ability to assist with graphic design tasks will be valuable in supporting our overall content creation efforts.

Primary Responsibilities

Video Production and Editing

Produce and edit video content for social media, ensuring it is engaging and optimized for each platform.

Incorporate animations and effects using After Effects or similar software to enhance storytelling and viewer engagement.

Audio-Visual Content Creation

Capture high-quality audio and video for a variety of projects.

Manage all aspects of A/V production, from planning to post-production.

Social Media Content Adaptation

Tailor video content for different social media platforms, understanding platform-specific requirements and audience preferences.

Stay current with social media trends and best practices in content creation.

Animation and Motion Graphics

Use skills in motion graphics to add creative elements to video content.

Apply animation techniques to make content more dynamic and engaging.

Project Management

Handle multiple content creation projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.

Balance independent work with collaborative efforts in content development.

Support in Graphic Design and Written Content

Assist with graphic design tasks as needed, helping to create visual content for digital and print media.

Apply basic design principles to support marketing and promotional activities.

Assist in content creation as needed including but not limited to authoring news posts for our website.

Digital Asset Management

Organize and archive digital media assets, including videos, photos, and audio files.

Maintain a systematic approach for easy retrieval and future use.

Storytelling and Scripting

Craft compelling narratives that resonate with our audience and effectively communicate our message.

Collaborate with team members to script and storyboard content as needed.

Equipment Maintenance and Inventory

Regularly inspect and maintain A/V equipment, ensuring it is in good working condition.

Manage inventory of equipment and supplies, keeping track of purchases and rentals.

Professional Development

Continuously update skills in video editing, animation, and A/V content production.

Keep informed about new technologies and trends in the field.

Requirements

Proven experience in video production and editing, particularly for social media.

Skilled in using video editing software like Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.

Basic knowledge and ability to assist with graphic design tasks.

Strong understanding of creating content for various social media platforms.

Good organizational skills for managing multiple projects and digital assets.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a creative team.

Passion for storytelling through audio and visual mediums.

Commitment to the mission and goals of The Bail Project.

This role is perfect for a creative and technically proficient individual who is passionate about audio-visual production and eager to contribute to a variety of content creation initiatives at The Bail Project.

This position requires being able to reliably travel to various locations in the local area. If you will be driving yourself, we require that you have insurance pursuant to applicable laws.

This position will require in-person work, including travel.

This position requires being able to lift 50 lbs.

Currently most roles perform some or all of their work from home. The Bail Project will provide equipment to support work from home but staff must provide their own reliable internet access.

This is a full-time non-exempt, in-unit position. The Bail Project offers benefit programs including competitive Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Parental Leave, a generous Vacation and Sick Leave policy, and a 401(k) plan.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a resume, cover letter and a portfolio. In the cover letter, please address the following:

Why do you want to work for The Bail Project

Please share 2-3 experiences that highlight why you would be a strong candidate for the Media Production Specialist position.

No faxes, emails or phone calls please. Applicants will be notified regarding whether or not they have been selected for an interview. Applications without cover letters and a portfolio will not be processed.

The Bail Project is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and actively seeks the candidacy of people of color, women, LGBTQIA+ people, and formerly incarcerated individuals. We are committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity in our work and staff.

Salary:$50,000- $65,000

Closing Date: March 22, 2024

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