Senior Digital Media Producer

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking an Sr. Digital Media Producer in Vienna, VA.

Role Description

Responsible for delivering high-impact multimedia production projects that support business priorities and storytelling objectives. Leads end-to-end production planning and execution, coordinating internal teams, talent, and external vendors to ensure seamless delivery. Applies strong production judgment to manage logistics, budgets, and vendor relationships, and recommends internal or external production approaches to leadership, including approval of external spend when needed. Ensures all work aligns with organizational standards, timelines, and quality expectations.

• Organize talent and coordinating crew in the setup of cameras, audio, lighting, call sheets, shot lists, and other communications for field and studio productions

• Organize and facilitate creative brainstorming sessions for video and photo production initiatives.

• Schedule and conduct pre-interviews and talent scouting for multimedia projects.

• Perform pre-production work to include procuring props, equipment, and production essentials and scouting and preparing site locations or studio environment

• Ensure seamless on-set operations, providing necessary support to stakeholders and crew.

• Oversee vendor and third-party relationships, trafficking files, ensuring contract compliance and performance accountability

• Coordinate and lead vendor meetings, internal kick-offs, and pre-production planning sessions.

• Determine optimal production ownership by assessing internal and external vendor resources against business priorities, value impact, and cost considerations.

• Monitor and report on video production budgets, including external vendors, using dashboards, KPIs, and analytics to ensure transparency and accountability

• Develop and execute project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource strategies aligned with business objectives

• Partner with stakeholders to ensure project alignment with business goals and delivery expectations

• Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors to ensure integrated and timely project delivery

• Provide regular project updates and performance metrics to stakeholders and leadership

• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and governance standards

• Collaborate with enabling functions to ensure business readiness and operational alignment

• Support initiative planning and contribute to project prioritization and resource planning

• Incorporate and leverage best industry practices while maintaining alignment with goals and capabilities

• Research emerging technologies and trends recommend solutions that align with business goals

• Performs other duties as required or appropriate

Skills & Requirements

• 5 years experience in an in-house or agency setting, with a strong background in photo and video shoots and content production.

• Experience in professional multimedia design, integration, staging, and operation, preferably in a corporate setting

• Significant experience in managing high-impact projects with multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and tight deadlines

• Proven ability to align project execution with business strategy, manage scope and risk, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction

• Advanced skills in project planning, budgeting, and governance, with a focus on delivering value and mitigating delivery risks

• Experience with managing project teams, vendor relationships, and stakeholder communications across business units

• Strong ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across diverse teams

• Advanced skill in managing third-party vendors, consultants, and external partners to ensure delivery quality

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills to align diverse teams and secure executive buy-in

• Expert skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions

• Expert skill exercising professionalism, composure under pressure, and flexibility

• Preferred: Proficiency or understanding of pre- and post-production software

• Preferred: Experience with video teleconferencing tools and platforms

• Preferred: Skilled in conducting interviews with guests and on-camera talent

• [Preferred: Experience in videography, sound production, and non-linear editing with production software

• Additional Requirements

o Flexibility to work outside standard business hours as needed.

o Occasional travel may be required.

• 5 years producing photo/video content in an agency or in house environment

• Leads projects end to end: pre production, shoot, post, delivery

• Runs vendor kickoffs, pre pro meetings, and on set operations confidently Vendor & Contract Accountability

• Manages third party vendors directly

• Ensures contract compliance, deliverables, and performance accountability

• Comfortable navigating SOWs, scopes, change requests, and timelines Cost & Quote Judgment (Critical)

• Can evaluate vendor quotes and identify when pricing or scope is inflated

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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