Producer, Social Content

Job Description

Company Information

Job Summary

The Producer, Social Content will work closely with our Sr. Manager Social Content to develop social-first initiatives such as video, graphic or other emerging content for all LAK-owned channels (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc.) with a strong focus on @LAKings. This position will work collaboratively with our Production, Creative, and PR teams to plan, develop, and execute creative concepts.

Essential Functions
• Plans, oversees, and produces new, exciting, and innovative concepts for content including high-quality Video, Graphic, and Social-first content, both cinema level quality and lo-fi (iPhone) level. Owns the process from concept to delivery to ensure that all content is polished, cohesive, and aligns with the LA Kings brand and messaging.
• Capture social content in game, at practice sessions and in studio environment(s) and production set(s) at a variety of events for the LA Kings including special events, PR appearances and away games. Edit both social and short-form content, including game highlights, player focused content etc.
• Collaborate with the social team on day-to-day posting and management of all LAK-owned channels, where necessary. Stay up to date on new trends, styles, and content types to help further the LAK brand as innovators.
• Contribute to the development of Team Narratives, Player Storylines, and Organizational Messaging to further enhance the LA Kings brand mission.
• Work cross functionally with the Creative & Production teams on select Video and/or Graphic projects, where needed.

Education Qualifications
• BA/BS Degree (4-year) in Media, Production, Design, or any other similar concentration

Experience Qualifications
• 4-6 years related work experience
• Experience in Social/Digital Content creation. Sports experience strongly preferred.
• Experience field producing features through host and non-hosted shoots with elite-level talent.
• Experience in contributing or managing Social Media channels for a Sports organization preferred.

Skills and Abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral) for effective interaction with all levels within the company and outside the company
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Adobe Premiere, Media Encoder and Photoshop
• Firm understanding of video compression and standard codecs used for broadcast and digital
• Creative and skilled in non-linear storytelling
• Ability to produce content through written scripts, interviews and b-roll
• Ability to work efficiently in a highly demanding and time sensitive environment
• Strong sense of project ownership and dedication to delivering outstanding results
• Excellent time management skills. Be able to complete projects under deadline with little supervision
• Basic knowledge of Adobe After Effects is a plus
• Team player who enjoys working in a high achieving, rewarding environment that looks to push the boundaries in sports
• Proactive, problem solver who looks to leverage critical thinking daily
• Proficiency with Sony Camera family (or similar)
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, AE, Lightroom, etc.)
• Must be available to work nights, holidays, weekends and select travel during the hockey season

Pay Scale: $67,000-$75,000

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Jobcode: Reference SBJ-d9pyn9-35-215-180-183-42 in your application.