Video Producer (Editing-Focused)

Join the Mission. (And bring your hard drives.)

Rescue Media is a full-service production shop in Alexandria, VA, where we believe in two things: high-impact storytelling changes businesses, and every project should help save an animal's life.

We don't do "commoditized" video. We partner with B2B brands and nonprofits to create content that actually moves the needle. Our Alexandria studio is where the magic happens, our standards are ridiculously high, and a portion of everything we make goes directly to animal shelters and rescue organizations.

We're growing. We need a Video Producer who lives to edit but isn't afraid to pick up a camera or lead a room.

The Mission

This isn't a remote "gig." This is a seat at the table. We're looking for a lead creative who wants to own the post-production lifecycle while staying dangerous in the field.

You'll be working directly with the Managing Producer and owner to shape the future of our production team. If you're looking for a place to clock in and hide in a dark room, this isn't it. If you want to take creative control and build something, let's talk.

The Two Tracks

We hire for where you are and where you're going:

• Manager Level: You're a pro. You've got the 6+ years of reps, your craft is tight, and you're ready to prove you can own a project from discovery to delivery.
• Senior Manager Level: You've been doing this for 8+ years. You handle clients with maturity, you think about margins and scalability, and you don't need a map to find the finish line.

What You'll Actually Do

• Lead the Edit: You're the primary architect for branded films, executive interviews, and digital campaigns. Narrative structure is your second language.
• Own the Room: Lead client discovery, direct talent, and translate big business goals into production reality.
• Stay Tactical: We're a lean team. You'll operate high-end camera, lighting, and audio kits in the studio and in the field.
• Think Big Picture: Beyond the creative, you understand that efficiency and "Smart Workplaces" matter. You look for ways to make the workflow better, faster, and more scalable.

Ideal Background

• The Craft: Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills. Your motion gfx, color correction, and sound design are professional-grade.
• The Mindset: You have an ownership mentality. You don't wait to be told what to do; you see a gap and fill it.
• The Experience: You've spent years in the trenches of professional video production and have the portfolio to prove it.
• The Travel: You're down to hit the road 1-2 times a month for events and field shoots.

The Deal

• Manager Level: $75,000 - $90,000
• Senior Manager Level: $90,000 - $105,000
• Structure: We start as a full-time 1099 contractor. It's a trial period for both of us. If we're a fit, we transition to W2 with medical and retirement benefits.
• Perks: Immediate performance-based bonuses, a flexible "open leave" policy, and the knowledge that your work is literally helping animals.

To Apply

If you're a senior-level creative who wants autonomy and a mission that matters, send your resume, cover letter, and your best portfolio work to info@therescuemedia.com.

Note: If you apply through Indeed, we won't see it. We value people who can follow a brief.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person