Senior Video Producer

2 weeks ago

Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Mō te tūnga | About the role

You will be joining an in-house creative team in a One Person Crew (OPC) videography capacity, capturing and creating a wide range of video collateral to tell stories and provide footage of the effort being done by the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF).

This role requires exceptional video production skills to work on a wide variety of projects, from smaller self-directed OPC projects through to collaborating with our wider team on larger campaigns.


Duties for this role will include:

  • Taking briefs and interpreting the needs of stakeholders;
  • Meeting with internal stakeholders to ensure all briefs are met correctly;
  • Conducting all production requirements, from preproduction through to filming and postproduction;
  • Traveling to camps, bases and overseas to capture footage and create videos;
  • Adhering to the NZDF Identity Standards throughout all projects; and
  • Collaborating with the wider team as required.

Please note:

The successful applicant will hold a Full New Zealand Drivers' License, preferably with the ability to drive manual vehicles, and will be required to travel frequently, both internationally and domestically.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and Experience

You will need the ability to create a strong narative from start to finish, which will include planning and executing every aspect of the produced product, through to filming, editing and delivery to ensure you are selling the right solution to a wide audience.

You will have a can-do attitude, great work ethic and have a proactive approach to achieve what needs to be done for the organisation, while staying flexible to the ever changing priorities at short notice.


Ideally, you will also have:

years experience in all aspects of video production with strong camera, lighting and editing skills;

  • Experience in short form content creation and story telling for digital, web and social media platforms;
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build good rapport and trust to a wide range of people in various situations;
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal;
  • The confidence to work autonomously, as well as collaborating with the wider team;
  • Exceptional planning and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload efficiently;
  • Strong technical ability, including experience with editing software (Final Cut Pro preferred, alternatively Adobe Premiere) and professional video equipment (FS5, A7S, GH5);
  • Certification on Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) is an advantage; and
  • A good level of fitness.
Mō mātou | About Us

Defence Public Affairs (DPA) creates, engages, educates and advises to strengthen trust, inspire confidence and achieve NZDF communication and engagement outcomes.

A central purpose of DPA is to inform the NZ public of the activities and capabilities of the NZDF's organisations and people, in a transparent manner.

Along with this, DPA supports New Zealand Government and NZDF policy, strategy and objectives and acts as trusted advisers for the leaders and people of the NZDF.

Through the provision of creative services (including content development, editing, imagery, and design), digital expertise, marketing, media relations and business partnership, DPA provides for the integration of NZDF public affairs activity.

Every hour of every day, 365 days of the year, the New Zealand Defence Force is contributing to the defence, security and well-being of Aotearoa / New Zealand.

As a modern, professional military, it is our goal to maintain well trained, equipped and disciplined armed forces that can react to crisis at short notice.

Nōu te rourou | What's in it for you
In return for your expertise, dedication and hard work, NZDF is offering remuneration reflective of your experience, along with:

  • Great benefits for you and your family.
  • Full time ongoing work.
  • Fully funded life cover up to $300,000.
  • Access to holiday accommodation across NZ.
  • 5 weeks annual leave per year.
  • Variety, challenge and a chance to influence.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to Apply
To view the Position Description and to Apply, please use the links on this page.

Please note:

  • Applicants will be required to undergo a preemployment drug screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.
Applications close on Sunday 26 February 2023.

Please note:

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand (NZ) and be able to obtain and maintain the required level of NZ Government security clearance for the position applied for.

The minimum citizenship and residency criteria for security clearances to be granted by the NZ Defence Force are as follows:

Higher level Security Clearance
- most preferably a NZ citizen who has resided continuously in this country for the last 10 years, OR
- is a citizen of, and/or has resided continuously in one or more of the following countries for the last 10 years: either Australia, Canada, NZ, UK o

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