EDUCATION

• High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent Experience (required)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong understanding of visual storytelling and content production across digital channels, including asset needs for paid, earned, and owned media to support brand, fundraising, and advocacy goals.
• Proficient in operating a range of photo and video equipment—including cameras, lighting setups, microphones, and related gear—to support high-quality, on-location and in-studio production
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and digital asset management tools
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time for field productions to provide hands-on direction and support
• Skilled at leading projects from concept through delivery—balancing creativity, strategy, and execution
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines
• Comfortable providing creative direction, feedback, and guiding content reviews
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to brand consistency and content quality
• Passion for animal welfare and alignment with the ASPCA’s mission

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 8+ years of experience producing multimedia content, with a strong focus on video and photo storytelling
• Minimum 3 years of proven experience managing and mentoring creative teams, including producers, editors, and content creators
• Experience working in a nonprofit or mission-driven organization is a plus but not required.
• Experience collaborating with internal teams and external partners to develop high-impact content

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma (Required)

OUR EEO POLICY:

The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
Individuals seeking employment are considered without regards to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).

ABOUT US:

The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.
The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.
The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.
At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.

ROLE SUMMARY

The ASPCA is seeking a strategic and creative leader to oversee the production of powerful photo and video content that brings our mission and impact to life and deepens engagement with priority audiences including the public, professionals, policymakers, staff, and future employees.
Reporting to the Senior Director, Creative Strategy & Branding, the Director, Multimedia Production will lead a team of multimedia professionals in developing high-quality, emotionally resonant visual stories. This role is responsible for shaping content that supports our communications, marketing, fundraising, advocacy and program goals—spanning platforms such as aspca.org, aspcapro.org, social media, email, integrated campaigns and media.
This leader will collaborate closely with internal and external teams to ensure all visual storytelling reflects the ASPCA’s brand, meets audience needs, and aligns with organizational priorities. They will direct the development of creative, working closely with their team to provide hands-on support with all aspects of the production process. They will also oversee content workflows and asset management, ensuring roles and responsibilities are clear and that photo and video materials are organized, accessible, and compliant with legal and brand guidelines.
The ideal candidate is a skilled storyteller with a strong background in visual production and a deep understanding of how to craft content that inspires action. They will partner closely with the Senior Director, Creative Strategy & Branding to set our creative vision and support strategic execution, and they thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES (10%)

• Participate in departmental planning and cross-functional initiatives.
• Contribute to team brainstorming and creative ideation across marketing efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the organization’s mission and storytelling goals.

Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:

• Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
• Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
• Believes in Team – that we are stronger together
• Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible
• Focuses on Impact, specifically making change for animals