Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly creative and experienced Video Developer/Producer to support a DoD customer as part of a high-performing creative services team. The ideal candidate will serve as the lead producer/director responsible for guiding the full video production process-from concept development to final delivery-ensuring the creation of compelling, mission-aligned content that communicates the customer's strategic priorities. This individual will direct and manage a small team of video editors, motion designers, and animators, and will be responsible for coordinating resources, timelines, and production workflows across multiple concurrent projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the end-to-end video production process, from idea inception to final delivery.
- Translate rough concepts or narrative objectives into creative video treatments, concepts, and storyboards for government review and approval.
- Serve as director/producer on a variety of video formats including:
- Short-form, non-narrated visual concept videos
- Long-form narrated features with live footage, interviews, B-roll, and animation
- Explainer videos integrating motion graphics and 3D elements
- Supervise and mentor a small team of creatives including video editors, animators, and graphic designers.
- Coordinate all phases of production-pre-production planning, filming, editing, animation, and final rendering.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality expectations.
- Develop and maintain production timelines, status reports, and asset management using industry-standard project management tools.
- Ensure all content aligns with agency messaging, classification requirements, and branding standards.
- Collaborate with customer communicators, public affairs officers, technical SMEs, and senior leadership throughout the production lifecycle.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Video Production, Film, Multimedia, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 7+ years of professional video production experience, including as lead producer/director
- Proven ability to guide creative development from concept to storyboard to final product
- Experience producing a variety of modern video styles (action sequences, animations, interview-driven content, technical explainers)
- Demonstrated team leadership and project coordination experience
- Proficiency with industry-standard production software (Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, etc.)
- Experience with studio and field production, including directing camera crews and conducting interviews
- Strong storytelling, visual communication, and organizational skills
- U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience supporting DoD or government agencies
- Experience with secure video production environments and handling of sensitive materials
- Familiarity with 3D animation workflows (e.g., Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya)
- Working knowledge of color grading, sound design, and voiceover recording
Additional Information:
This is a highly visible role supporting senior-level communications within the Department of Defense. The ideal candidate will be both a strategic creative leader and a hands-on producer, capable of inspiring a team while executing to the highest standard of professionalism and visual excellence.
Position is contingent upon contract award.
The salary range will be determined upon contract award.
MORI Associates is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer and complies with E-Verify.
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