What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager- Video Production position at NCCER?
Description
Reporting to the Director of Digital Learning, the Senior Manager, Video Production is responsible for overseeing NCCER’s video production initiatives and the video production team. This role will work cross-functionally with other NCCER departments to implement NCCER’s video production initiatives that provide training solutions for the construction industry. This is a fast-paced, field-intensive role with travel that requires strong operational skills (scheduling, throughput, team leadership) and a comfort level working in dynamic environments.
Major Duties:
- Work with other NCCER departments (in particular the Product Development department and the Innovation department) to implement NCCER’s video production initiatives.
- Manage team of 5-6 videographers/editors producing both marketing and educational content across all of NCCER’s programs.
- Manage video contributions from outside organizations.
- Collaborate with other NCCER departments to provide high quality training and how-to videos.
- Manage production of all NCCER videos.
- Manage NCCER’s video production equipment and software, acquiring new video production equipment as needed (within budgetary guidelines).
- Stay up to date on new and changing technologies for video production.
- Identify best practices for video production and evolve daily operations as necessary.
- Oversee video collection and media asset management to ensure all media is archived appropriately and can be readily obtained.
- Manage copyright and permissions agreements for videos produced.
- Work with the Marketing department to develop and distribute videos for social media and other promotional platforms.
Leadership & Team Management
- Lead, manage, and develop a team of videographers, editors, and multimedia professionals producing both educational and marketing content.
- Oversee team scheduling, project throughput, resource allocation, and performance management.
- Establish and maintain best practices for video production workflows, quality assurance, and operational efficiency.
- Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities for team members.
- Manage outside contractors, freelancers, and external video contributors as needed.
Strategic Production Oversight
- Oversee all NCCER video production initiatives from concept through final delivery.
- Collaborate with Product Development, Digital Learning, Innovation, and Marketing teams to align video projects with organizational priorities.
- Develop production schedules, budgets, and resource plans for large-scale projects.
- Ensure all projects meet deadlines, quality standards, and brand consistency.
- Identify and implement emerging production technologies, tools, and processes.
Technical Production & Creative Execution
- Direct pre-production activities including scripting, storyboarding, scheduling, and logistics.
- Supervise studio and field production, including lighting, audio, camera operations, and talent direction.
- Oversee post-production processes including editing, motion graphics, animation, and final distribution.
- Manage equipment inventory, software systems, studio environments, and acquisition planning.
- Ensure compliance with copyright, licensing, permissions, and media use agreements.
Media Asset & Operational Management
- Oversee digital asset management (DAM), archival systems, and file organization standards.
- Maintain version control, naming conventions, and storage protocols for all media assets.
- Develop and refine production SOPs to maximize scalability and efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Video Production, Radio/Television, Film, or related field.
- 5 years of relevant work experience.
- Experience managing a video production team.
- Ability to travel as required, including offsite production shoots.
- Strong project management and organizational skills (scheduling, logistics, throughput).
- Ability to work effectively in a multi-task, detail oriented, and deadline-driven environment.
- Experience shooting instructional/educational or documentary-style content preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Software Skills
- Advanced proficiency in non-linear editing platforms including Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.
- Strong experience with Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, and motion graphics production.
- Expertise in video production equipment, lighting systems, audio capture, and studio/field production workflows.
- Knowledge of broadcast and digital distribution standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and project management tools.
- Experience with digital asset management systems and media organization best practices.
Please forward resume to: Lauren Larsen I NCCER Talent Partner I laurenwlarsen@gmail.com
NCCER is an equal opportunity employer. No one shall be denied employment or opportunity based on race or color, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status, marital status, gender identity or sexual orientation. NCCER also provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and bona fide religious beliefs, provided that such accommodation does not constitute an undue hardship on the Company.