Digital Media Specialist (Video, photo, and graphic design)

Company Overview
WCC is a nonprofit organization with a unique and highly effective service dog training model we call Mission Based Trauma Recovery. In short, active-duty Service Members and Military Veterans with combat related stress are engaged to help us train Golden Retrievers and Labradors to be service dogs. By learning to train service dogs, these Warrior Trainers are given a chance to develop practical skills such as patience, positive reinforcement, emotional regulation, and effective communication skills, while simultaneously helping to prepare the dog to assist a fellow injured Veteran in the future. Our service dogs learn up to 90 commands during a comprehensive, two-year training process. After those two years of training, the dogs are professionally matched with a disabled Veteran who has mobility impairments or psychological injuries.

Job Summary
Warrior Canine Connection (WCC) is seeking a highly creative and skilled visual storyteller to produce high-impact graphics and compelling video content that supports our mission. We are looking for a creative professional who can independently capture, produce, and deliver high-quality video, photography, and digital assets across platforms. Your creativity will help amplify our mission by producing high-quality multimedia content that resonates with diverse audiences and drives awareness for our cause.

The ideal candidate has a strong visual sense and understands what makes content engaging and effective. They will be able to produce polished work independently while also collaborating with a team of creative professionals. Technical proficiency alone is not enough. This role requires strong ideas, the ability to carry projects through completion, and a willingness to receive feedback and direction to create the best possible work for WCC.

This position is best suited for someone who enjoys both creative storytelling and hands-on production, and who is comfortable balancing multiple projects in a nonprofit environment.

Responsibilities

What you’ll do:

• Capture professional-quality video, audio, and photography (interviews, events, partner visitations, and mission moments)
• Edit short- and long-form video for social media, web, and campaigns
• Create original graphics and visual assets using Adobe Creative Suite (Ps, Pr, Lr, Id, Ai, Ae)
• Produce platform-optimized content for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube
• Support real-time content capture during select events
• Contribute to the organization of a growing digital photo and video archive
• Collaborate cross-functionally to identify and execute compelling storytelling opportunities
• Other duties as assigned and consistent with the above.

What you’ll bring

• Strong visual skills and an understanding of what makes content engaging and effective
• Videography and editing skills (Adobe Premiere Pro or equivalent knowledge required)
• Demonstrated graphic design ability, including design principles not just software proficiency
• Experience creating content that performs across multiple social platforms
• A strong visual eye and storytelling instincts
• Ability to manage projects independently and meet deadlines
• Comfort in working under the direction of a creative type director

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience producing video, photography, and digital media content
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro and Photoshop
• Working knowledge of video production workflows, including lighting, audio capture, and camera operation
• Demonstrated ability to edit short-form and long-form video content for digital platforms
• Experience creating original graphic design assets using professional design tools
• Strong understanding of visual storytelling, composition, and pacing
• Ability to manage projects independently from concept through delivery
• Experience producing platform-optimized content for social media
• Comfortable operating DSLR or mirrorless camera systems and professional audio equipment
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Ability to receive creative direction and incorporate feedback effectively

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• BFA / BS Creative/Communication Degrees with emphasis on creative assets such as Videography, Graphic Design, Photography or other relevant Communications and Creative degrees.
• Veteran candidates may include public affairs with relevant experience.
• Experience producing content for nonprofits, mission-driven organizations, or storytelling campaigns
• Experience filming documentary-style interviews and human-interest stories
• Familiarity with Sony camera systems and professional video rigs
• Motion graphics experience using Adobe After Effects
• Experience managing or contributing to a digital asset library or media archive
• Experience shooting live events, fundraising events, or conferences
• Knowledge of social media analytics and performance-driven content creation
• Experience working in a collaborative creative team environment
• Drone photography or videography experience (Part 107 certification a plus)
• Basic color grading and audio post-production skills
• Experience developing content ideas or campaign concepts

If you are a creative professional who wants your work to directly impact Veterans and their families and you have the skills to execute at a high level, we would love to hear from you. Our dogs and the Veterans we serve deserve the best, and we hope you are the best candidate for our pack.

Compensation and Benefits:

Exceptional compensation package including salary, medical, dental, retirement, professional development, and pet-related discount benefits for full-time employees.

Job Type: Full-time, on-site, 40-50 hrs/week, occasional evenings and weekends

Salary: $55,000-$62,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

To Apply:

To apply for this position, please provide a cover letter and resume along with answering the application questions.

A portfolio submission will be required during the application and interview process. We will contact you with specifics if we move forward with your application.

Warrior Canine Connection is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What is your proficiency level working with Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro and Photoshop?
• What experience do you have producing original graphic design materials with industry‑standard design tools?
• Are you comfortable operating DSLR or mirrorless camera systems and professional audio equipment?
• Did you submit a cover letter with your application? REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION

Experience:

• Video, photo, and digital media production: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Boyds, MD 20841 (Required)

Work Location: In person