Audio & Video Production Developer

The Audio & Video Production Developer will contribute to company success by planning, capturing, and producing professional audio, video, and photography content used in training and learning materials across the Company. This role works closely with instructional designers, multimedia production developers, subject matter experts, and business partners to translate approved scripts, storyboards, and content plans into high-quality audio and visual productions. The Audio & Video Production Developer provides technical and creative expertise throughout the production process, including pre-production planning, video and photography shoots, audio recording, lighting, equipment operation, and post-production. This position requires frequent travel to stores, distribution centers, corporate locations, and other locations as needed to capture training content.

Responsibilities

Plan and execute video, photography, and audio productions for Company training and learning initiatives; Collaborate with instructional designers and multimedia production developers to determine audio and visual production requirements based on scripts, storyboards, and learning objectives; Coordinate and collaborate with other departments and business partners to support requested audio, video, and photography needs; Participate in pre-production planning, including shot lists, locations, schedules, talent, equipment, lighting, audio, and other production requirements; Operate professional video cameras, photography equipment, microphones, lighting, teleprompters, and other audio/video production equipment; Set up and manage lighting, sound, camera placement, and other technical elements required for studio and on-location productions; Record interviews, demonstrations, scenarios, procedures, leadership messages, and other content for use in training materials; Plan, coordinate, and capture Training class photography, including scheduling and preparing for photo sessions as needed; Capture and edit still photography and other visual assets for use in training and learning materials; Facilitate audio recording sessions in the Company studio and on location as needed; Prepare, organize, and transfer video, photography, and audio files for editing and post-production; Edit video, audio, and photography content using Adobe Creative Cloud software as needed; Partner with Multimedia Production Developers during post-production to ensure final content meets established production and quality standards; Maintain consistency with Company brand, visual, audio, and production standards; Participate in peer review and quality assurance of audio and video content prior to release; Maintain, organize, and properly care for cameras, lighting, microphones, studio equipment, and other production resources; Maintain organized production files and documentation for future reference and content updates; Identify production equipment, technology, and process improvements that support quality, consistency, and efficiency; Stay current on audio/video production techniques, equipment, technology, and industry practices; Travel frequently to Company stores, distribution centers, offices, events, and other locations to support production needs; Work independently in field environments while coordinating effectively with business partners, team members, and on-camera participants; All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years' experience in video production, audio production, photography, broadcasting, multimedia production, or a related field; Demonstrated experience planning and executing professional video and photography shoots; Experience operating professional video cameras, photography equipment, lighting, microphones, audio equipment, and related production equipment; Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications used in audio, video, and image production, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Lightroom; Demonstrated experience with professional photography, including image capture, processing, editing, and organization; Knowledge of video composition, lighting, audio recording, camera operation, and production techniques; Ability to translate scripts and storyboards into effective visual productions; Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple productions and priorities; Organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively with team members and business partners; Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal; Ability and willingness to travel frequently, including overnight travel, based on production needs; Ability to transport, set up, operate, and break down audio/video production equipment

Nice to have

Bachelor's Degree in video production, film, broadcasting, multimedia, communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience; Experience producing audio/video content for training, learning and development, corporate communications, or a similar environment; Experience with Adobe After Effects, Audition, or similar production software; Experience with studio and on-location production environments; Knowledge of motion graphics, animation, or other multimedia production techniques; Knowledge of accessibility practices for video and audio content, including captioning; Experience working within a structured instructional design or content-development process

Benefits

Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off; Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One; Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA); Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs; Tuition Educational Assistance Programs; Opportunities for Career Growth