Producer/Editor

Position:           Producer/Editor

Department:     Content (Digital Video)

Status:              Full-Time (Exempt)

Position Summary

This position will be part of the small team responsible for the production of the Carolina Panthers Long-Form shows (e.g. Panthers Blueprint), Mic'd Up content, player features as well as other documentaries. The ideal candidate for this role will need experience producing/editing and an ability to serve as the primary producer for segments and features as assigned.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the execution of documentary and feature stories, player Mic'd Up content and episodic documentary series.
• Support Executive Producer in coordinating and conducting interviews as part of larger documentary and features projects. Lead individual shoots and segments as assigned.
• Work with Producer & Editor to form a dynamic team, capable of completing any shoot at a high level.
• Contribute to post-production process by editing assigned features and segments at direction of Executive Producer
• Shoot and edit content for a variety of platforms, with primary focus on growth of Panthers YouTube channel.
• Help conceptualize and contribute to the team with engaging ideas and stories that bring Panther fans closer to the players and the organization
• Communicate project timelines and help manage project expectations from assignment to delivery.
• Assist team in the logging and organizing of press conferences and other video shoot footage
• Game day responsibilities will vary from shooting "Mic'd Up" segments to shooting other storyline features
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• At least 3 years of experience as a producer in a digital or broadcast post-production environment
• Experience producing and editing long-form and docu-series content
• Experience shooting and lighting interviews and other various sets
• Proficient and knowledgeable on industry standards for compression and codecs
• Savvy and experienced with YouTube – knowledgeable in best practices to increase team’s YouTube channel viewership and growth
• Must have experience using Adobe Creative Suite (Premier, After Effects, Photoshop, Media Encoder etc.)
• Must be able to share a reel, portfolio, and/or collection of prior work relevant to this position demonstrating your prowess as a shooter and editor
• Must be able to handle confidential, privileged, and/or sensitive information with care and sensitivity
• Must be flexible to work weekends, nights and/or holidays when necessary
• Must pass pre-employment screens

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast/Journalism, Communications, Film, Media Arts, etc. or equivalent professional work experience in a related field
• At least 5 years of experience as a producer in a digital or broadcast post-production environment

Skills & Competencies

• Punctuality, accountability, and keen attention to detail in each duty
• Ability to prioritize projects and adjust priorities as needed
• Discretion and trustworthiness related to sensitive football-related material
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment, and handle several tasks simultaneously
• Ability to react quickly and positively under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to lead by example and work well with others at all levels
• Strong team player with excellent collaboration skills
• Problem-solver who can produce quality content and stay focused under constantly shifting conditions and priorities
• Must exhibit teamwork, reliability, and dependability

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, walk and stand for extended periods of time throughout the day
• Role routinely uses standard office equipment 
• Lift at least 30 pounds

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment (mostly office environment, outside in a stadium facility at times which may include inclement weather conditions) and remotely as assigned by management and based on current business needs. This position also requires travel to training camp and away games.

Application Instructions

Proven video production experience required. Applicants must be able to share a reel, portfolio, and/or collection of prior work relevant to this position demonstrating your prowess as a producer, shooter and editor. Please supply links to work demonstrating videography and editing with resume or application.

The Carolina Panthers are an equal opportunity at-will employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.