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The Producer for Parish Products plays a key role in bringing Ascension’s resources for parishes and Catholic families to life through engaging, high-quality video content. This position oversees the development and production of video projects from concept to delivery under the direction of the Associate General Manager of Parish Products and in close collaboration with Product Managers, content creators, and creative teams.

Working across a range of parish-focused resources, the Producer translates product vision and ministry goals into compelling video content that serves parish leaders, catechists, families, and ministry teams. The producer balances creative collaboration with operational ownership to deliver high-quality content on time and within budget.

• Collaborate with the Associate General Manager of Parish Products, Product Managers, content and video personnel, and creative stakeholders to translate parish ministry needs into effective video concepts and formats.
• Collaborate and contribute to the development of video scope, sequence, and structure in alignment with product vision, ministry objectives, and the needs of parish audiences.
• Collaborate with content teams in script and outline development with writers and presenters, ensuring clarity, theological and catechetical effectiveness, and engagement.
• Coordinate with marketing and design teams to ensure consistency across video, print, and promotional assets.
• Identify creative approaches that effectively communicate Catholic teaching and meet the practical needs of parish ministry.
• Lead day-to-day execution of parish video projects from concept to delivery, collaborating with internal stakeholders and external production partners.
• Develop video project budgets within the Product Financial Analysis framework.
• Manage production logistics, including scheduling, crew coordination, location planning, travel, and equipment needs, ensuring that all production comes within budget.
• Source, coordinate, and direct external talent, contractors, and production partners as needed.
• Oversee shoot preparation and on-set execution, including shot lists, production schedules, crew coordination, and other production needs.
• Coordinate post-production workflows, working with editors, animators, designers, and other creative partners to ensure that content deadlines are met and that post-production comes within budget.
• Review video edits and provide feedback to ensure alignment with creative vision, product goals, and instructional or ministry objectives.
• Oversee the selection of music, graphics, and other creative assets that support the final product.
• Ensure final deliverables are formatted and prepared for distribution across platforms.

• Develop and manage project timelines, budgets, and production workflows to ensure efficient delivery.
• Track expenses, coordinate contracts, and support vendor negotiations.
• Maintain organized documentation, schedules, and production resources across projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve video production processes and workflows.
• Balance multiple projects and priorities while maintaining quality, consistency, and deadlines.
• Serve as a key point of coordination across management, product, marketing, content, and video teams, communicating project status, risks, timelines, and updates to stakeholders.
• Support and mentor junior team members or freelancers as needed.

• BA/BS in the Arts, Film Production, Digital Marketing, or related field.
• 3+ years minimum of professional video production experience; 3-5 years preferred.
• Experience managing video projects from concept through delivery. Have a portfolio of work to demonstrate skills and abilities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Familiarity with Office software (Mac preferred).
• Familiarity with Photoshop and Adobe programs such as Primer and Premier Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, and other appropriate video editing tools and production workflows.
• Experience using social media platforms.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel for on-location shoots and to Ascension’s headquarters in Exton, PA.
• A deep understanding of the Catholic faith and teaching. An understanding of or interest in Catholic education and formation is strongly preferred.
• Exemplify and live our core values of humility, passion, and integrity.