
Video Production Manager
Salem Ridgeyaks
Salem, VAThis is a Full Time Job
Position Overview
The Manager, Video Production oversees all aspects of video content creation, including planning, production, editing, and distribution across digital and in-venue platforms. This position leads the video production team in developing creative assets that support marketing campaigns, partnerships, community initiatives, and in-game entertainment. The Manager will collaborate cross-functionally to ensure that all video content aligns with brand standards, engages fans, and enhances the overall experience across multiple channels.
This individual should be a creative storyteller, experienced leader, and technically proficient in digital media platforms and video production tools.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Develop and execute the organization's video production strategy to support marketing, sponsorship, and fan engagement goals.
• Plan, write, produce, shoot, and edit high-quality video content for digital, social, and in-venue platforms.
• Manage a team of full-time and seasonal staff, providing creative direction, feedback, and project oversight.
• Partner with marketing, partnerships, and communications departments to create video assets that align with key initiatives and campaigns.
• Oversee live event and game-day video operations, including videoboard content and live-streaming elements.
• Manage and maintain the organization's video archive, ensuring proper organization and accessibility of assets.
• Establish production timelines, manage budgets, and ensure projects are completed on schedule.
• Stay current on video and digital media trends to continually improve creative output and fan engagement.
• Provide on-site support during events as needed, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Issue press credentials on a game-by-game or full-season basis
• Maintain press box (take out trash, clean up food, vacuum floor
• Hire, schedule and direct press box staff: Scorer, Pitch Clock, Data Caster
• Work cooperatively with marketing, corporate sales, ticket sales and community relations to promote the RidgeYaks brand through social media and other avenues.
• Support the marketing team with website management, graphic design, and other administrative tasks
Qualifications & Requirements
• 3 years of professional experience in video production, content creation, or digital media, preferably in sports, entertainment, or related fields.
• 2 years of supervisory or project management experience.
• Expert proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop) and other video editing tools.
• Strong creative storytelling skills with a portfolio showcasing a range of video work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Availability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the baseball/event schedule.
Additional Information
The Salem RidgeYaks, a Single-A affiliate of the Boston Red Sox, provide high-energy baseball and engaging fan experiences at Carilion Clinic Field, building on a strong baseball tradition in Salem. They combine a fresh identity with a commitment to player development and community connection. As part of Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), the RidgeYaks benefit from a network of clubs focused on innovation, collaboration, and long-term success. DBH is a unique sports and entertainment company that owns and operates a diverse roster of Minor League Baseball clubs and premier venues across North America, creating unforgettable moments for millions of fans each year through baseball, special events, and community-driven experiences. With nearly 50 clubs and venues in the United States and Canada, DBH is home to beloved MiLB brands and offers opportunities in sports, entertainment, hospitality, and live events. Through its partnership with Major League Baseball, DBH shapes sponsorship, licensing, and commercial opportunities across all 120 MiLB markets, enabling teams to make a significant impact locally and nationally. The organization values creativity, collaboration, and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional fan experiences while positively influencing the communities it serves.