Key Responsibilities

• Write treatments and full scripts for science-related video content.
  
  
• Conduct background research and interviews to support script development.
  
  
• Translate complex scientific topics into engaging and easy-to-understand stories.
  
  
• Develop scripts tailored for diverse audiences, including students and the general public.
  
  
• Use various storytelling styles including informational, narrative, and creative formats.
  
  
• Produce concise scripts typically under four minutes in length.
  
  

• Plan, coordinate, produce, and direct live and recorded video productions.
  
  
• Set up and break down cameras, lighting, audio equipment, and production sets.
  
  
• Operate cameras during single and multi-camera productions and livestream events.
  
  
• Direct on-camera talent and ensure high production quality during shoots.
  
  

• Edit video using Adobe Premiere Pro.
  
  
• Integrate narration, sound effects, music, and graphics into final productions.
  
  
• Perform color correction and develop visual storytelling elements.
  
  
• Create graphics and animations using Adobe After Effects and Adobe Photoshop.
  
  
• Produce a variety of video formats including interviews, documentaries, and educational content.
  
  

• Prepare video files for publishing and distribution across web and media platforms.
  
  
• Add metadata, descriptive text, and closed captions.
  
  
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners for content distribution.
  
  
• Provide requested video assets such as B-roll and promotional clips.
  
  
• Assist in marketing NSF-produced videos and managing external video content.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in video production, editing, and post-production.
  
  
• Experience with studio and on-location videography, lighting, and audio recording.
  
  
• Experience directing on-camera talent.
  
  
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
  
  
• Intermediate skills in Adobe Photoshop.
  
  
• Experience integrating narration, sound effects, and music in video editing.
  
  
• Experience leading production teams and managing video equipment setups.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• On-camera presentation experience.
  
  
• Proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite.
  
  
• Strong creative storytelling and problem-solving skills.