RFA's Vietnamese Service is currently seeking a skilled video professional who will be able to plan and execute the entire cycle of video production, creating compelling and engaging multimedia content that will help to broadcast and fulfill its mission to the wider public. This is a full-time position and is open for applicants to be based in our Washington, DC, office or Taipei Bureau.
Planning video projects from story development, research, proposal to production, and drawing upon strong creative skills to explore new trends and approaches to video storytelling. Presenting clear, credible and informative content on camera in a live or as live situation. Researching information online and from other relevant news sources – including archival footage and photos as well as public records and government data – to support and enrich story writing. Translating stories into video scripts that may include a variety of visual elements, such as reporter stand-ups, B-rolls, studio interviews, Skype interviews, and other relevant footage. Using production equipment – digital cameras, DSLRs, audio recorders, microphones, lights, and more to perform a range of tasks related to video production, including lighting set up, camera set up, interview shooting, and B-roll shooting. Editing video at level consistent with an understanding of basic video editing concepts and strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly in Adobe Premiere and After Effects. Editing first rough cuts drawing upon all available visual and audio means, including infographic design, data presentation, music, and sound effects. Creating final cuts with finalized editing and simple motion design, animation, and special effects. Delivering clean, clear, and creative final product packages, including final videos, promotional videos and short descriptions, finalized scripts for web, as well as thumbnails in different formats tailored for different platforms and user groups. Other duties as assigned. Education Bachelor's degree in journalism or related field from an accredited school or university or equivalent transferable skills showing the ability to gather, produce, write, and present news and information clearly and objectively. Experience Minimum 2 years experience working in a professional multimedia environment, and previous professional graphic design/video editing experience preferred. Please provide examples of published work. Skills/Abilities Demonstrated ability to edit video using Adobe Premier and After Effects, by providing examples of published videos. Experience with graphics software such as (Canva), social analytics (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube), and third-party social management tools. Experience with audio and audio editing. Proven writing skills for social media and short social media video combining still images, graphics and video to effectively tells news stories. Please provide published examples of content you have created. Knowledge and understanding of current political, economic and social conditions in Vietnam and across South East Asia. Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and discretion in evaluating and presenting news. Experience managing social media platforms for news/media outlets and knowledge of and ability to utilize online media in creative and innovative ways and to adapt to new technologies as they evolve. Strong general computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office Suite Required language skills: Spoken and written fluency in Vietnamese, working proficiency in English, and either an ability to speak Mandarin or a willingness to learn.
