Video Content Producer

Mendocino Railway is a Class III common carrier public utility railroad for passenger and freight service. We are also the owner/operator of three excursion railroad brands located throughout California. Our brands offer guests some of the most unique experiences in the railroad and tourism industry—including opportunities to ride the Skunk Train’s open-air car through Mendocino County’s towering redwoods, enjoy culinary experiences along the Sacramento River’s farmlands on the River Fox Train, and pedal the Sunburst’s electric-assist Railbikes through Ventura County’s storied citrus and avocado groves.

We have a very unique opportunity for a motivated and self-sufficient video content producer to capture our brands’ unique experiences. Ideal candidates will be skilled with shooting and editing, be willing to travel frequently across our brands throughout California, and be well-connected with relevant cultural and social media trends.

Opportunities + Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with Mendocino Railway’s Marketing and PR team members to concept and execute video content ranging from short-form social, long-form informational, and advertising content for cable, CTV, OTA
• Produce content that is safe and effective for our brands; requires an ability to understand brand guidelines and requirements for each of our brands; recommend content that is appropriate for each brand and helps us drive more awareness and engagement with audiences
• Capture raw footage and produce several finished videos per month; post Reels or Stories in real-time, as appropriate
• Spend at least one weekend per month shooting Skunk Train content (Fort Bragg and Willits) and at least one weekend per month shooting River Fox Train content (West Sacramento); spend at least one weekend per quarter shooting Sunburst Railbikes content (Santa Paula)
• Collaborate effectively and as needed with each brand’s General Management and operations teams to avoid disrupting guest service or day-to-day operations
• Support photo shoots, sponsored community events, or other special Marketing team activities as needed; other duties as assigned.

Qualifications + Education Preferences

• Interested candidates must submit a resume AND either a link to portfolio, sizzle reel, or other work samples that best demonstrate your ability to create and execute concepts, from idea, to production/shooting, to editing
• No educational requirements, but graduates of video, content, or advertising programs welcomed

Location + Additional Notes

• Some basic equipment provided; candidates willing to also use their own equipment or technology are welcomed to do so.
• Candidates must have access to reliable transportation.
• Travel expenses reimbursed. However, to reduce travel expenses for the company, we would prefer that this role be based in either Fort Bragg or West Sacramento. Company housing may be available in Fort Bragg.
• Mendocino Railway requires a pre-employment drug screen and background check prior to hiring.
• This role requires weekend work. Most of our experiences are busiest over weekends. Our preferred schedule for this role would be Thursday through Monday.

Pay: $26.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Referral program

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fort Bragg, CA 95437