Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Partners Worldwide
Job overview
The Organizational Videographer at Partners Worldwide leads video and photo content production to tell authentic stories of individuals impacted by the organization's global partnerships, enhancing donor engagement and brand reach.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves planning, filming, and editing documentary-style videos, managing global media assets, coordinating with contractors, developing video content strategies, and supporting cross-departmental video needs including social media and events.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package including insurance, retirement plans, flexible paid time off, and an annual allowance for professional development.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 2-5 years of video production experience, proficiency in video and graphic design software, strong storytelling skills, organizational abilities, and cultural sensitivity, with willingness to travel internationally.
Career development
The job provides opportunities for professional growth through an annual allowance for continuing education and collaboration with a global team.
Work environment and culture
Partners Worldwide values a mature Christian faith, integrity, collaboration, and a healthy work-life balance within a global and diverse team environment.
Company information
Partners Worldwide is a global network focused on ending poverty through entrepreneurship, aiming to support over one million businesses by 2030 across 30+ countries.
Team overview
The candidate will join the MarCom team, which is based in Grand Rapids and works globally, collaborating with internal teams and freelance contractors.
Job location and travel
The position is remote or hybrid with essential availability from 8am to noon EST, prioritizing applicants from Grand Rapids or other PW locations.
Application process
Applications are due by July 31; specific application instructions are not detailed in the description.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines documentary-style storytelling with global impact, offering meaningful work that supports economic development and job creation in high-poverty communities.
Company overview
Partners Worldwide is a global Christian nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating poverty through business development and job creation. They achieve this by partnering with local businesspeople and entrepreneurs in developing countries, providing mentorship, training, and access to capital. Founded in 1997, the organization has a significant history of fostering sustainable economic growth and empowering communities through a network of over 70 local and international partners. Their revenue model primarily relies on donations, grants, and partnerships with businesses and other nonprofits.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to showcase your video production and editing skills, emphasizing your experience with documentary-style storytelling and ability to manage end-to-end projects independently.
Highlight your proficiency with professional software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, After Effects, Photoshop, and Lightroom, along with your organizational skills and cultural sensitivity for international work.
Apply through multiple channels including Partners Worldwide's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application's visibility and reach.
Connect on LinkedIn with members of the Partners Worldwide MarCom team or current Organizational Videographers, using ice breakers like commenting on recent video campaigns they've shared or expressing admiration for their mission to end poverty through entrepreneurship.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'video production,' 'documentary storytelling,' 'Adobe Premiere Pro,' 'project management,' and 'cross-cultural collaboration' to ensure it passes initial screenings.
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