Producer / Video Editor

Location: Alexandria, VA (On-Site)

Travel: Flexibility in working hours, including occasional evenings and weekends, based on project needs.

Clearance: Public Trust

Overview

Red Carrot is seeking a Producer / Video Editor to join a team supporting our federal government client. The Producer / Video Editor will lead all stages of video production, from pre-production planning and filming to editing and final delivery. They will collaborate with clients and team members to develop creative concepts, operate cameras, and ensure high-quality video content. The role also involves managing video editing, troubleshooting technical issues, and contributing to content strategy while maintaining production equipment and providing project reports.

Key Responsibilities

Video Production

• Lead the production of video content, including pre-production planning, scriptwriting, storyboarding, and directing
• Collaborate with clients, team members, and stakeholders to develop video concepts that meet project objectives
• Manage the filming process, including setting up equipment, directing on-camera talent, and ensuring that all shots meet the required standards
• Operate and manage FX3, A7IV, and A6600 mirrorless cameras effectively to capture high-quality video footage
  
  

Video Editing

• Edit raw footage into polished final products, including cutting, color grading, sound design, and adding graphics and effects
• Work closely with the creative team to ensure that edits meet the desired look and feel of the project
• Ensure all videos are delivered in the correct format and meet technical specifications for broadcast or online distribution
  
  

Photography

• Perform light photography duties as needed, capturing still images that complement video content
• Edit and process photos to meet project requirements, ensuring they align with the overall visual style of the organization
  
  

Technical Operations

• Operate and maintain video production equipment, including cameras, lighting, and editing software
• Troubleshoot technical issues as they arise during the production and post-production process
• Stay updated on the latest trends and technologies in video production and editing
• Manage inventory control, ensuring all equipment is accounted for and in proper working condition
• Oversee the check-out and check-in process for all production equipment, maintaining accurate records and ensuring equipment is returned on time and in good condition
  
  

Content Strategy

• Contribute to the development of content strategies that enhance the organization's brand and message
• Assist in planning and creating content for various platforms, including television, online, and social media
  
  

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with other producers, editors, and graphic designers to ensure cohesive storytelling and branding
• Provide guidance and support to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and creative working environment
  
  

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports on project progress, including any challenges and solutions implemented
• Maintain organized records of all project files, edits, final versions, and equipment inventories for easy retrieval and archiving
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS

Experience

• 3+ years of experience in video production and editing, preferably in a broadcast or similar environment
• Proven track record of managing video projects from concept through completion
• Experience with the FX3 camera, light photography duties, and inventory management is highly desirable
  
  

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar
• Strong understanding of video production equipment, including cameras, lighting, and audio gear
• Experience with motion graphics and visual effects software (e.g., After Effects) is a plus
  
  

Creative Skills

• Excellent storytelling abilities, with a strong eye for visual composition
• Ability to develop creative concepts that resonate with target audiences
  
  

Communication Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and communicate effectively with clients
  
  

Organizational Skills

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work on time
  
  

Work Environment

• Fast-paced broadcast studio environment with tight deadlines and high expectations
• Some travel may be required for on-location shoots
  
  

Additional Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry equipment as needed for shoots
  
  

Benefits at Red Carrot:    

At Red Carrot, we empower you to be a leader. We attract and develop talent from all backgrounds because we believe there’s strength in diversity, offering different perspectives and skills. Together, we can solve our client’s biggest challenges. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.     

• Training and Development – Tuition reimbursement and professional trainings for eligible employees.
• Healthcare – Top-tier medical, dental, vision, life insurance and long-term disability coverage.     
• 401(k) Plan – 401(k)-retirement and Roth plan with company matching and no vesting period.     
• Profit Sharing – Discretionary profit-sharing plan to all eligible employees after one year of employment.          
• Paid Time Off – Provides flexible work hours, paid time off, and 11 federal holidays.   
  
  

About Us:

Red Carrot is an award-winning, woman-owned small business built for the complexity of federal government work. We partner with clients to advance their goals — powered by a team fueled by passion, backed by intelligence, and grounded in expertise.

From day one, we've applied industrial engineering principles and data analytics to solve complex problems with precision. Our approach is research-centric, data-informed, and audience-oriented — and it's how we deliver work that actually moves the needle.

We exist to strengthen the organizations and communities we serve through trusted, purposeful communication. That's not a tagline — it's the standard we hold ourselves to on every engagement.

Headquartered in Miami, Florida, with a strong and growing presence in Washington, D.C., our team works with clients across the country. Distance doesn't dilute our service. We build capacity where our clients need it, delivering Strategic Communications, Customer Experience, Management Consulting, and Human Capital Solutions that fit their mission — and their moment.

We're the partner organizations turn to when communication challenges are real, the stakes are high, and the work has to matter.

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