UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Video Producers, Blockchain & Climate Institute/ BCI America Inc., NY, US

THIS IS AN UNPAID VOLUNTEERING ROLE.

Role Title: Video Producers

Role Nature: Volunteer

Location: Home-based

We are looking for a creative and innovative VOLUNTEER who is keen to play a progressive role in the climate action community through the use of design creatives. The Video Producers will support the delivery of the BCI Communications Strategy through the creation of video content. With a strong eye for visual communications, the ideal candidate should have a passion for generating interesting content. The Video Producer - Creative Lead will support the Communications Manager - Digital Creation as well as the Communications Manager - Social Media & Content.

Responsibilities:

• To support the implementation of the BCI Communications strategy;
• To raise the profile of BCI among relevant audiences, both within and outside the climate change policy community;
• To conceptualize video content based on storytelling requirements for various communications activities including public relations, social media, website, and newsletters;
• To create motion graphics and animation videos based on the script and discussions with other responsible officers;
• To illustrate sketches for approval;
• To create engaging and on-brand audio-visual content (eg. video explainers, interview features) for a variety of media;
• To support BCI external and internal events including major industry events such as United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (i.e. COP29).

Skills & Abilities

• A wide degree of creativity and a good grasp of storytelling;
• Proven understanding of communication channels (e.g. media outlets, social media);
• Demonstrated flexibility;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance competing demands under pressure.

General & Specialist Knowledge

• Understanding of graphic design foundations e.g. typography, layout design, grids;
• Excellent working knowledge of industry-standard design software and tools including Adobe After Effects, Animate, Photoshop, and Toon Boom
• Good experience working with Motion Graphics and Animations in a wide range of After Effects plugins, like; Trapcode suite, Plexus, GeoLayers, and Element 3D;
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and G Suite, and prior experience using communication channels such as Slack;
• Understanding of social media management tools.

Bonus

• Experience working with Cinema 4D, Blender, Houdini, Premiere Pro

Education & Training

• A relevant degree or experience in video creation and editing.

Relevant Experience

• Proven relevant position in an organization;
• Experience in working in a target-driven role;
• A portfolio of strong visual communications work;
• Experience working independently and with teams to drive forward projects using one's own initiative.