The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is a non-profit, bipartisan public policy organization established in 1962 to provide strategic insights and practical policy solutions to decision makers concerned with global security and prosperity. Over the years, it has grown to be one of the largest organizations of its kind, with a staff of over 200 employees, including more than 120 analysts working to address the changing dynamics of international security across the globe. We are guided by a distinct set of values—non-partisanship, independent thought, innovative thinking, cross-disciplinary scholarship, integrity and professionalism, and talent development. CSIS’s values work in concert toward the goal of making real-world impact.

JOB SUMMARY:

The iDeas Lab, the award-winning creative and digital production department at CSIS, seeks a highly motivated and creative self-starter to join our dynamic and fast-paced environment as a Multimedia Producer starting immediately. (This is a mid-level position.)

The iDeas Lab enhances CSIS's policy analysis with the latest in cutting-edge web development, design, audio, and video. (You can see some of our latest at www.csis.org/programs/dracopoulos-ideas-lab). The multimedia producer will partner with our experts and the department on a range of video and podcast projects covering the spectrum of CSIS’ issue areas. (Learn about our podcasts here: https://www.csis.org/podcasts and videos here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr5jq6MC_VCe1c5ciIZtk_w). The producer will also support the CSIS journalism bootcamp, including to serve as the mentor for the audio team. The position will also support other occasional executive education efforts with multimedia components. This is an ideal opportunity for entrepreneurial audio and video storytellers who are eager to bring complex policy issues to life across multiple platforms.

Beyond having strong experience with all aspects of audio and video production, the successful candidate will have experience in multimedia journalism and possess sharp news acumen, excellent writing/editorial skills, communication and organization skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced and innovative environment while meeting tight deadlines. Additionally, the successful candidate will be a team player while also having independent self-direction.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead, produce, and develop audio projects from start to finish, including scripting, recording, editing, compiling, finding supplementary audio assets, and all other aspects of production for narrative policy-oriented podcasts. • Lead, produce, and develop video projects from start to finish, including scripting, filming, editing, compiling, developing visual/audio assets, and all other aspects of production for narrative policy-oriented storytelling videos. • Support the CSIS Journalism Bootcamp, including serving as a mentor to the audio team, supporting the multimedia project deliverables, and assist with planning and execution. • Work closely with relevant departments and research programs to develop and produce multimedia for CSIS projects to suit stated goals and needs; communicating effectively with non-technical stakeholders is critical. • Support and mentor students with multimedia projects as part of other CSIS executive education efforts. • Other duties and projects as needed

KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE:

• B.A./B.S/A.B. in relevant field; • Minimum three years of relevant experience, including journalism and multimedia production experience; • Knowledge and experience in applicable software and computer applications, including Adobe Creative Suite, audition, and WordPress; • Some background in multimedia journalism; • Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; including effectively presenting information to non-technical partners, operating in a fast-paced environment and managing competing priorities; • Strong attention to detail, initiative, and follow through skills; • Flexible, positive, collaborative, action-oriented attitude and professional approach; • Interest in global affairs and public policy; • Sound judgement, maturity, and discretion.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resumé, link to a portfolio website or links to sample audio and video work to https://careers.csis.org.. Finalists will be asked for references.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK CONDITIONS:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee working in an office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Skills Required Experience

• Operate powered equipment such as motorized carts, lift tailgates, compactors, forklifts, and our bin washing station.

• Provide proper maintenance and upkeep of trash bin stations, trash bins, and areas around the disposal site.

• Perform daily trash removal and dispose of as directed

• Pick up loose debris found in water and in land

• Secure full trash bins that are not needed to avoid trash to get soiled inside and out

• Drive golf cart and use it to pick up bulky items. Cart must be kept clean and ready 24/7.

• Report any cart issues immediately to avoid excessive down time

• This job description in no way implies that the duties listed here are the only ones the employee will be required to perform. The employee is expected to perform other tasks, duties and training as directed by their supervisor.

COMPETENCIES & ATTRIBUTES

• Knowledge of use and maintenance of industrial equipment and appliances
• Displays endurance in a fast-paced environment while delivering service in a reassuring style
• Uses available information to make decisions quickly defining expectation for quality, timeliness and price.
• Must be a reliable worker who is able to perform routine tasks without supervision
• Attention to detail and conscientiousness
• Uses available information to make decisions quickly defining expectation for quality, timeliness and price.
• Has a positive attitude regarding people and outcomes, perception is as important as the ending result.
• Cooperates with team members and embraces diversity and creativity to foster a proper environment.
• Is dedicated to meeting the expectations of customers, through effective relationships with the internal and external customers, trust, and respect

This job description in no way implies that the duties listed here are the only ones the employee will be required to perform. The employee is expected to perform other tasks, duties and training as directed by their supervisor.

SERVICE/INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Works independently with limited supervision.
• Deals effectively with all races, nationalities, cultures and genders effectively.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand for several hours
• The ability to stoop, crouch, pull, push, reach, hear, near vision, kneel, talk, stand, grasp, walk up to 600 yards quickly and lift up to 50 lbs are required.

Job Location West Palm Beach, Florida, United States

Drug Free Workplace

POSITION TYPE FULL-TIME/REGULAR