Nonprofit

Video Content Specialist

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Ottawa, ON, Canada
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    Time Commitment: 15-20 Hours per week
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Housing & Homelessness, Volunteering
    Benefits:
    Training Provided

    Description

    About LandSeed

    LandSeed is a non-profit committed to reimagining entry-level housing for future generations. Our goal is to create inclusive communities where homeownership is accessible for all, and everyone has the opportunity to build a stable, fulfilling future. At LandSeed, we create solutions for the Canadian housing crisis by collaborating with communities and industry partners to identify barriers and create real pathways to homeownership.

    How Will This Opportunity Benefit You

    As a Video Content Specialist, you’ll strengthen your portfolio with purpose-driven video projects across multiple formats and platforms. This role offers the chance to apply your creativity, technical skill, and storytelling ability in support of social impact. You'll collaborate with a passionate team, gain experience producing content in a nonprofit context, and refine your capabilities in video production, editing, and visual branding.

    How Will LandSeed Benefit from Your Contribution

    LandSeed will benefit from your expertise in crafting compelling visual narratives that bring our mission and community impact to life. Your videos will be key to driving awareness, inspiring engagement, and strengthening our public presence across digital platforms. From promotional campaigns to community storytelling, your contributions will help us reach wider audiences and communicate our work in powerful, accessible ways.

    Description of the Role

    The Video Content Specialist will lead the planning, recording, editing, and production of high-quality video content across platforms. This includes promotional campaigns, tutorials, testimonials, and short-form social media content. The ideal candidate is both technically skilled and creatively driven, comfortable working behind the camera and in post-production. You’ll collaborate closely with the marketing and communications team to produce engaging, mission-aligned visual content.

    Duties and Responsibilities

    • Plan and execute video recording sessions, including setup, lighting, and audio
    • Edit and produce high-quality video content for social media, website, and campaigns
    • Create diverse video formats including promos, tutorials, testimonials, and reels
    • Collaborate with marketing to develop video strategies aligned with key initiatives
    • Optimize content for platform-specific best practices (YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, etc.)
    • Maintain and manage a structured, accessible video content library
    • Ensure brand alignment, storytelling clarity, and high production quality in all outputs
    • Incorporate motion graphics, captions, and basic sound design as needed

    Required Experience/Skills

    • 2–5 years of experience in video production, editing, and post-production
    • Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent editing tools
    • Familiarity with professional video/audio equipment and production techniques
    • Strong understanding of storytelling, visual narrative, and pacing
    • Basic motion graphics, animation, and color correction skills
    • Experience formatting and compressing videos for multiple digital platforms
    • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote, fast-paced environment

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Adobe Certified Expert (Premiere Pro, After Effects)
    • Experience with livestreaming or webinar production
    • Knowledge of video SEO and metadata optimization
    • Familiarity with Frame.io or other video review platforms

    Tools & Platforms You’ll Use

    • Editing & Production: Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition
    • Recording Equipment: DSLR/mirrorless cameras, microphones, lighting kits
    • Video Hosting: YouTube, Vimeo, Wistia
    • Social Platforms: TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts
    • Collaboration & Storage: Google Drive, Frame.io

    Key Traits & Soft Skills

    • Creative storyteller with strong technical capabilities
    • Organized, efficient, and detail-oriented
    • Collaborative and responsive to feedback
    • Comfortable juggling multiple projects and priorities
    • Self-motivated and proactive with a solution-oriented mindset
    • Adaptable to evolving technology, formats, and communication needs

    About LandSeed

    LandSeed is a non-profit committed to reimagining entry-level housing for future generations. Our goal is to create inclusive communities where homeownership is accessible for all, and everyone has the opportunity to build a stable, fulfilling future. At LandSeed, we create solutions for the Canadian housing crisis by collaborating with communities and industry partners to identify barriers and create real pathways to homeownership.

    How Will This Opportunity Benefit You

    As a Video Content Specialist, you’ll strengthen your portfolio with purpose-driven video projects across multiple formats and platforms. This role offers the chance to apply your creativity, technical skill, and storytelling ability in support of social impact. You'll collaborate with a passionate team, gain experience producing content in a nonprofit context, and refine your capabilities in video production, editing, and visual branding.

    How Will LandSeed…

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Ottawa, ON, Canada
    Associated Location
    984 Cavan St, Ottawa, ON K1Z 5T7, Canada

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