Founded in 2007 by former Senate Majority Leaders Howard Baker, Tom Daschle, Bob Dole, and George Mitchell, the Bipartisan Policy Center (BPC) is a leading nonprofit organization that drives principled solutions through rigorous analysis, reasoned negotiation, and respectful dialogue. By bringing together Republicans and Democrats—and providing them with the space, policy insights, and evidence-based research needed to negotiate in good faith—BPC helps turn legislators’ best ideas into passable, durable laws. In the 17+ years since its founding, BPC has played an integral role in countless legislative accomplishments.

With projects in multiple issue areas including economic policy, energy, health, housing, human capital and democracy, BPC combines politically balanced policymaking with strong, proactive advocacy and outreach. As the only Washington, D.C.-based organization that actively promotes bipartisanship, BPC works to address the key challenges facing the nation. Its policy solutions are the product of informed deliberations by former elected and appointed officials, business and labor leaders, and academics and advocates who represent both sides of the political spectrum.

BPC is committed to seeing its policy solutions enacted by lawmakers. Through BPC Action, its (c)(4) affiliate, BPC engages in advocacy and strategic outreach and education to bolster the legislative center and support efforts that bring Republicans and Democrats together on the difficult issues facing the country. While a healthy, civil debate among those with differing viewpoints is an essential component of our democracy, the current partisan tone in government is impeding progress. Through the Democracy Program and bridge-building events, political summits and timely policy discussions, BPC is fostering an ongoing conversation about how to overcome political divides and help make our government work better.

Mission:
• Build connections.

• Negotiate policy.

• Achieve bipartisan solutions.

• Improve lives.

BPC is looking for a Digital Media Coordinator/Manager in video and podcast production to collaborate with key stakeholders to create digital content that tells the BPC story, showcases our content, and engages our various target audiences using videography and audio.

Responsibilities:

Video Production

• Develop video projects from concept to completion, including offering feedback to others on ongoing projects. Video projects include producing original content as well as developing sizzle and completion reels from live and webinar events.
• Develop and outline creative vision and production schedules of each execution based on promotion plan and priority.
• Assess, prioritize, and facilitate requests from multiple departments across the organization to present the organization's work while balancing workload in conjunction with your manager.
• Guide subjects through interview and filming process.
• Oversee all facets of production from pre to post.
• Oversee maintenance of video library and archive of footage.
• Lead in collaborating with Policy partners and Comms to script and produce video content for all BPC channels.
• Work with Marketing to prepare video content for social media sharing.
• Advise on recommended technology upgrades.
• Format and distribute videos internally and externally as requested.

Podcast Production

• Edit and finalize audio from beginning to end. Ensure that all episodes are released on time and that each episode is edited for max appeal and optimal sound quality.

Virtual event production

• Work closely with the Events team on producing Virtual events using StreamYard, Zoom, Microsoft Teams or other platforms as needed.

Still Photography

• Take pictures of events as requested.
• Touch up and sort through pictures.
• Oversee maintenance of the photo library and archive of stills.

Digital Team Support

• Assist in posting text-based content on the website such as blogs and reports as needed.
• Assist in drafting paid ad campaigns including sourcing SEO-friendly keywords or images as needed.
• Be willing to learn and be utilized as a backup for digital needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or qualifying experience and/or training) plus a minimum of 3 years of film/video production experience
• Experience using video to articulate complex concepts and emotionally compelling narratives
• Digital portfolio of professional work
• Proficient in Final Cut Pro X as well as Adobe CC suite of products (primarily Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, and After Effects)
• Other non-linear editing programs as necessary
• Knowledge/experience with photography, specifically with Canon equipment
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot, and lift/carry camera equipment and related equipment
• Knowledge of virtual event production on StreamYard and other platforms as needed.
• Proficiency in overseeing all areas of video production from ideation, pre-production and scripting, to overseeing editing through delivery.
• Ability to provide editorial judgment during the production process to ensure final product is on brand and on-message, understanding that creative projects should align with the organization’s mission and key goals.
• Ability to work collaboratively, independently and with varying levels of direction.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple, concurrent project demands with quick turnaround times.
• Patient and persistent, curious, and comfortable in asking and receiving questions.
• Must be self-motivated.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Foster open communication and provide consistent and constructive feedback with other policy and Communications team members and manager to elevate our storytelling and strengthen relationships with policy and comms experts.
• Knowledgeable about audio editing software.

BPC offers a highly competitive salary and provides generous benefits. Individuals interested in this position should send a resume, cover letter, and writing sample in one document. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. BPC does not sponsor employment visas.

Work Schedule:

The work/life balance of employees is a priority for the Bipartisan Policy Center. As a result, BPC is currently operating on a hybrid schedule. Employees at BPC are currently coming into the office three times a week. Exact time and schedules will be determined between an employee and their manager.

Benefits:

BPC offers comprehensive health insurance benefits with a choice of open access HMO, POS, or PPO plan. HMO and POS individual plans have a monthly premium cost share of 10%. Dependent and Family HMO and POS plans are offered with a monthly cost share equal to 20% of the difference between the plan premium and the individual HMO monthly premium. PPO plans are offered with a 20% premium cost-share for all plans.

Additional benefits include 403(b) matching contributions of up to 7% of salary in addition to a non-elective contribution of 2% of salary (both after 90 days of employment); 15 vacation days, 2 personal days, 15 sick days, and 12 holidays per year; education benefits up to $5,250 per year after one year of employment; $2,000 for professional development expenses after six months of employment; Metro benefits of up to $130 per month; Company provided life insurance; and dental and vision insurance coverage with a Flexible Spending Plan.