Job Description

Job Title: Public Affairs Specialist
Location: Washington, DC
Clearance: Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance
We are seeking a Public Affairs Specialist to lead the creation and management of compelling video content that highlights the museum’s mission, exhibits, and events. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in media production, public relations, and storytelling, and will excel in building positive relationships with internal teams and external partners. This role is critical to amplifying the museum's visibility and engaging audiences both onsite and online.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the regular production of high-quality video content for use in the museum, exhibits, online platforms, and events.
Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with museum staff and external partners to enhance collaboration and outreach.
Prepare interview subjects for video recordings, ensuring comfort and readiness for on-camera appearances.
Collaborate with museum staff to develop creative concepts for video products and refine initial cuts to align with the museum's vision.
Monitor the performance of video products, using analytics to adjust style, topics, and strategy for improved engagement.
Partner closely with museum leadership to plan and execute on-camera appearances.
Coordinate logistics for media organizations and video crews covering museum-related events and activities.
Support museum leadership by prepping and accompanying them in media-related meetings and interviews.
Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to secure and manage interviews with high-profile individuals.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in video production, media relations, or public affairs, preferably within a cultural, educational, or governmental setting.
Strong storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into engaging visual content.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
Familiarity with analytics tools to measure and optimize video performance.
Experience working with high-profile individuals and handling sensitive media situations is a plus.

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Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee the regular production of high-quality video content for use in the museum, exhibits, online platforms, and events.

Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with museum staff and external partners to enhance collaboration and outreach.

Prepare interview subjects for video recordings, ensuring comfort and readiness for on-camera appearances.

Collaborate with museum staff to develop creative concepts for video products and refine initial cuts to align with the museum's vision.

Monitor the performance of video products, using analytics to adjust style, topics, and strategy for improved engagement.

Partner closely with museum leadership to plan and execute on-camera appearances.

Coordinate logistics for media organizations and video crews covering museum-related events and activities.

Support museum leadership by prepping and accompanying them in media-related meetings and interviews.

Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment to secure and manage interviews with high-profile individuals.

Qualifications:

Proven experience in video production, media relations, or public affairs, preferably within a cultural, educational, or governmental setting.

Strong storytelling skills with the ability to translate complex ideas into engaging visual content.

Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.

Familiarity with analytics tools to measure and optimize video performance.

Experience working with high-profile individuals and handling sensitive media situations is a plus.