Part-time Editor-Shooter

Company: http://www.fordfoundation.org/

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To apply, please email your cover letter, resume and links to work samples that showcase editorial and shooting skills to employment@fordfoundation.org.

The FORD FOUNDATION is an independent, nonprofit grant-making organization. For more than 75 years it has worked with visionary people on the frontlines of social change worldwide, guided by its mission to strengthen democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice, promote international cooperation, and advance human achievement. With headquarters in New York, the foundation has ten regional offices in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
The Ford Foundation’s Office of Communications seeks a part-time Freelance Editor/Shooter to document events, assist in the creation of original video content, and manage our media archive. The position reports to the Multimedia Producer and will work on average three days per week. Some evenings required, but schedule is otherwise somewhat flexible.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least 3 years editorial experience, preferably with a documentary focus
• Strong production knowledge; must be able to light, shoot, and take sound
• Must be comfortable working with high-level individuals—CEOs, government officials, public figures
• Excellent organizational and media management skills
• Familiarity with latest trends and developments in video
• Must be flexible, self-sufficient, calm under pressure, dependable; extra points for a good sense of humor
• Final Cut Pro, Sony HDR AX-2000

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Interest in social justice issues
• Experience directing or producing
• After Effects, ProTools, Photoshop, DSLR proficiency

RATE: $350.00 per day
To apply, please email your cover letter, resume and links to work samples that showcase editorial and shooting skills to employment@fordfoundation.org.

Equal employment opportunity and having a diverse staff are fundamental principles at The Ford Foundation, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.