Job Title: Associate Video Producer

Department: Marketing

Reports To: Director of Video Content

Type: Full Time Regular

FLSA Status: Salaried, Exempt

Role Type: Individual Contributor

SUMMARY

Seattle Sounders FC is a progressive high performing collection of people who strive to achieve the highest levels of our sport while making a transformative impact in our communities in the best soccer city in America. Our culture is focused on serving one of the most passionate sports fan bases in North America who are invested in the Sounders as much for our commitment to making a positive impact in our communities as they are for winning the 2019 MLS Cup and 2022 CONCACAF Champions League on home soil. We exist to create special moments like these, where we enrich lives and unify our fans and city through soccer.

Through both digital and live experiences, the Sounders FC Marketing department curates club, fan, and cultural stories to build meaningful connections and serve as leaders invested in the progress of our Seattle community.

As Associate Video Producer, you will possess a strong knowledge of video production and and have started building your skills to produce, shoot and edit videos to share across the club's digital and broadcast platforms. Supporting the Video Production team with various projects, this role must be able to effectively coordinate, plan and communicate the requirements needed to complete these features. You will be self-starter who can prioritize multiple projects and be curious to learn the digital landscape and the type of content it requires. We think strategically across platforms such as social, web, broadcast, or streaming services, while evolving with the everchanging content landscape.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Shoot, edit video content to use on all Sounders FC platforms including digital, broadcast and in-stadium
• Support the fulfillment weekly and monthly video requirements for broadcast partner Apple TV, including training reports for the Sounders FC, Tacoma Defiance and Sounders FC Academy. As well as community events, player profiles and additional video content.
• Work all home matches, while assisting with in-match editing needs, match footage capture, press conferences and locker room interviews
• Assist the video and digital team remotely for non-traveling away matches through in-match editing, on the fly content ideas and video publishing
• Collaborate with Digital, Social Impact, RAVE Foundation and Corporate Partnerships for video content needs to service organizational objectives and initiatives
• Coordinate with communications staff for all team and player coverage
• Work in collaboration with the video and marketing team on key moments throughout the season including schedule release, jersey launch, STM renewals and playoff campaign
• Log and archive video content and broadcast footage throughout the season
• Upload and publish videos to club's CMS, YouTube and file sharing sites
• Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1+ years experience in video production with a fast-paced sports or entertainment organization
• Proven experience shooting with Sony cameras and using production equipment
• Strong knowledge of Adobe Cloud suite, specifically Premiere
• Comfort with motion graphics and use of After Effects is a plus
• Ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines
• Proficiency with creating video content across Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube
• Self-starter who works well in a team environment to collaborate with other departments
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly to new organizational processes
• Attention to detail with a passion for flawless execution
• Flexible and adaptable work schedule for changing business demands
• Passionate about working in soccer and sports
• Fluency in Spanish is a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This is a hybrid position in 2023, working from home, and in-person at Sounders offices in Renton and Training Facility in Tukwila. The position is also expected to attend Sounders FC home matches at Lumen Field, events throughout Puget Sound region and meetings in market as needed.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Must have reliable means of transportation to commute between multiple locations
• Must reside within Washington state by start date
• Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must be fully vaccinated at the time of hire and follow all club and league COVID-19 protocols
• Must be able to carry, load and unload all necessary video/camera equipment – 25 to 50 pounds

COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND PERKS

Seattle Sounders FC offers competitive compensation and an engaging, supportive environment that prioritizes the health and well-being of our people.

The annual salary range for this position is 53,000 – 72,500. Base pay at time of offer will take into account job-related knowledge, skills and experience required for the role, internal equity and market.

Our Total Rewards package for full-time team members includes:

• Healthcare plans with 100% employer sponsored premiums for employees and dependents
• Generous PTO plan that includes unlimited paid vacation, Mental Health Days, and offseason time off to support employee health and well-being
• 401k retirement plan matching
• Gender-neutral parental leave program offering 12-16 weeks of paid leave for new parents
• Discounts on Sounders FC products, merchandise and with Sounders FC Partners
• Complimentary tickets to Sounders FC and Tacoma Defiance matches
• Volunteer opportunities in the Seattle community offered in support of social impact and RAVE Foundation initiatives
• Growth opportunities, employee learning and development programs to support professional and personal growth