Video Editor and/or Digital Creator (Full Time or Contract)
About the Organization: The Committee to Protect Health Care is an advocacy organization seeking universal, quality health care for all Americans. Led by physicians and supported by a full staff of campaign professionals, the Committee effects change in health care policy and politics through physician organizing, paid media, lobbying, earned media strategies — and, increasingly, new media. Paging America is a podcast of the Committee hosted by Executive Director Dr. Rob Davidson and Chief of Staff Miles Baker. The podcast has been published weekly thus far and explores the power, profit, and policies shaping American health care. However, we seek to grow Paging America into the media home base of the universal health care movement. Thus we plan to expand our content operation significantly, producing more content across YouTube and other platforms, meeting audiences where the news is happening. About the Position: The Committee to Protect Health Care seeks a video editor and/or digital creator to help develop and execute aggressive media strategies for the Committee and Paging America. The creator will work closely with our podcast contributors, and our communications and organizing teams, to create compelling digital content that moves physicians, voters, and decisionmakers. The ideal candidate has their pulse on how to navigate the changing landscapes of new and social media and reach a variety of audiences with quality video and other digital content. They should be comfortable navigating a fast-paced workplace, talking with and coaching physicians for video content, and adjusting to new goals and sets of priorities. Diplomacy, the ability to handle multiple projects at once, and a drive to meet time-bound goals are a must. Key Responsibilities (include but are not limited to): Edit video footage for use on YouTube, including catchy thumbnails and captions, as well as short-form vertical clips for TikTok, Reels, etc., optimizing for each platform Record high-quality remote videos, and/or coach physicians on creating their own compelling content, as well as record in-person videos when possible Manage the Committee and Paging America YouTube channels with an eye toward standardization and growth (and measure that growth via relevant analytics) Create compelling graphics and other types of digital content for use across platforms Collaborate with team members and physician advocates to plan recordings, select clips Ensure all content meets brand and quality standards, and is politically judicious Desired Qualifications: Strong video editing skills, including graphic additions Experience creating content for YouTube and other social media platforms Experience recording and producing remote and/or in-person video Excellent attention to detail and storytelling instincts Efficient prioritization skills Flexibility with work schedule to keep pace with news cycle and rapid responses Drive to complete tasks in a timely manner and take on new challenges Commitment to improving health care system, including protecting abortion access Position Toplines: Hours: Full time in-house OR on contract, depending on the right fit. Our typical hours are 9am - 5pm ET, but the ability to work a flexible schedule that includes nights and weekends when necessary is a requirement. Please note that other members of the team work on Eastern, Central, and Pacific time. Location: Chicago preferred, remote possible Health Care for Full Time: 100% premium reimbursement for ACA exchange policies Phone Stipend for Full Time: Yes 401(K) for Full Time:: Yes Start Date: ASAP Travel: Some infrequent travel required, paid for or reimbursed To Apply: Please send a resume and cover letter (including your preference between in-house or contract, as well as at least three links to relevant video work) to [email protected]. Write your name and the title for this position (“Your name - Video Editor”) in the subject line. The Committee to Protect Health Care has a clear vision: To be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to work, stay, and build a better health care future for America. To transform American health care, we must reflect the diversity of America. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Women, people of color, persons with disabilities, veterans, immigrants, and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job