Content Producer Jobs in Virginia
Content Producer jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in media, government contracting, higher education, and defense-adjacent communications, from entry-level production assistants through senior producers and creative directors. The busiest hiring markets are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads region, where employers like Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and the Smithsonian Institution regularly bring on content producers for digital, video, and editorial work. The most sought-after specialties include video production, multimedia storytelling, and digital content strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- 538401
- Blacksburg, Virginia
- Dean of Science
- Staff
- College of Science
Job Description
The Virginia Tech College of Science is seeking a visual storyteller. Untold stories abound in the college: Students engaging in hands-on work in classrooms, our faculty’s innovative teaching, or our researchers. We’re looking for someone who can show-not-tell us these stories.
We’re looking for a creative, collaborative, visual storyteller to join our Marketing and Communications team. The Visual Content Creator will envision, produce, capture, edit, and distribute compelling photo and video content that showcases the impact of the college.
This position serves as both the college’s primary visual storyteller and social media coordinator: The Visual Content Creator will produce multimedia content from concept to completion. They will identify storytelling opportunities, capture photography and video in a wide variety of settings and edit content for multiple platforms. Projects include short-form social videos and reels, documentary-style storytelling, event photography, recruitment and promotional videos and social media campaigns.
The Visual Content Creator will oversee the day-to-day management and growth of the college’s social media channels by developing platform-specific strategies, publishing content, monitoring trends and performance, and collaborating with university social media teams and college communicators.
The Visual Content Creator will work independently on many assignments while partnering with faculty, staff, students, and university partners to develop visual stories that support strategic communications, recruitment, advancement, research visibility, and public engagement. In this position, strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset go a long way.
The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple projects and timelines while maintaining high standards for creativity, technical quality, and strategic impact.
This position will report to marketing and communications leadership in the College of Science. The job is on-site in Blacksburg, Virginia.
Required Qualifications
- Skilled in video production, photography, visual communications, journalism, new media, marketing, communications, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience producing high-quality photography and video from concept through final delivery to digital, print, and/or social media platforms.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, and After Effects or other professional photo and video editing software.
- Experience managing organizational social media accounts and developing platform-specific content.
- Experience with professional camera systems, lighting, and audio equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience covering live events and producing rapid-turnaround multimedia content.
- Experience creating content optimized for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and emerging social platforms.
- Knowledge of social media strategy, analytics, audience engagement, and platform best practices.
- Understanding of branding, accessibility, and digital communications best practices.
Pay Band
5
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Budgeted up to $60,000
Hours per week
Exempt position: 40 hours scheduled and as needed
Review Date
November 16, 2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brandi Webb at bowens20@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
- 538401
- Blacksburg, Virginia
- Dean of Science
- Staff
- College of Science
Job Description
The Virginia Tech College of Science is seeking a visual storyteller. Untold stories abound in the college: Students engaging in hands-on work in classrooms, our faculty’s innovative teaching, or our researchers. We’re looking for someone who can show-not-tell us these stories.
We’re looking for a creative, collaborative, visual storyteller to join our Marketing and Communications team. The Visual Content Creator will envision, produce, capture, edit, and distribute compelling photo and video content that showcases the impact of the college.
This position serves as both the college’s primary visual storyteller and social media coordinator: The Visual Content Creator will produce multimedia content from concept to completion. They will identify storytelling opportunities, capture photography and video in a wide variety of settings and edit content for multiple platforms. Projects include short-form social videos and reels, documentary-style storytelling, event photography, recruitment and promotional videos and social media campaigns.
The Visual Content Creator will oversee the day-to-day management and growth of the college’s social media channels by developing platform-specific strategies, publishing content, monitoring trends and performance, and collaborating with university social media teams and college communicators.
The Visual Content Creator will work independently on many assignments while partnering with faculty, staff, students, and university partners to develop visual stories that support strategic communications, recruitment, advancement, research visibility, and public engagement. In this position, strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset go a long way.
The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple projects and timelines while maintaining high standards for creativity, technical quality, and strategic impact.
This position will report to marketing and communications leadership in the College of Science. The job is on-site in Blacksburg, Virginia.
Required Qualifications
- Skilled in video production, photography, visual communications, journalism, new media, marketing, communications, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience producing high-quality photography and video from concept through final delivery to digital, print, and/or social media platforms.
- Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, including Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Photoshop, and After Effects or other professional photo and video editing software.
- Experience managing organizational social media accounts and developing platform-specific content.
- Experience with professional camera systems, lighting, and audio equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience covering live events and producing rapid-turnaround multimedia content.
- Experience creating content optimized for Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, and emerging social platforms.
- Knowledge of social media strategy, analytics, audience engagement, and platform best practices.
- Understanding of branding, accessibility, and digital communications best practices.
Pay Band
5
Overtime Status
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
Budgeted up to $60,000
Hours per week
Exempt position: 40 hours scheduled and as needed
Review Date
November 16, 2026
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School, and Honors College. The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including Blacksburg, the greater Washington, D.C. area, the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke, sites in Newport News and Richmond, and numerous Extension offices and research institutes. A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech endorses and encourages participation in professional development opportunities and university shared governance. These valuable contributions to university shared governance provide important representation and perspective, along with opportunities for unique and impactful professional development.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Brandi Webb at bowens20@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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The qualifications that appear most often in content producer jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, film production, or a related field
- Demonstrated portfolio of video, written, or multimedia content produced professionally
- Proficiency with editing tools such as Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, or equivalent software
- Experience managing content calendars and coordinating with cross-functional creative teams
- Familiarity with content management systems and digital publishing platforms
- Strong writing and storytelling ability tailored to audience and platform requirements
Content Producer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a content producer in Virginia?
Content production in Virginia does not require a state-issued license or certification, so entry is credential-driven rather than board-regulated. Most Virginia employers expect a bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, film, or a related field, along with a portfolio of published or produced work. Building experience through internships at Virginia media outlets, government agencies, universities, or defense contractors is the most reliable path to full-time roles.
How much do content producers make in Virginia?
Content producers in Virginia earn a median of about $65,900 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,780 for the lowest 10% to over $119,090 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire content producers in Virginia?
Employers hiring content producers in Virginia right now include Sinclair Broadcast, Loudoun County Public Schools, and ICF, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and large university systems means content producers are hired not just by media companies but also by organizations that need internal communications, training content, and public-affairs production.
Which Virginia cities have the most content producer jobs?
Arlington, McLean, and Virginia Beach account for the largest share of content producer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia drives volume through its dense cluster of federal contractors and technology firms that need digital and multimedia content, while Richmond's state government offices, advertising agencies, and regional broadcasters generate steady demand, and Hampton Roads adds openings through its military installations and associated communications operations.
Are there remote content producer jobs in Virginia?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 71% of content producer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how much of the role involves editing, writing, and digital publishing that can be done anywhere. Video shoots and on-site production days remain in person, but post-production, content strategy, and editorial coordination are frequently performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a content producer in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for production assistant or junior content coordinator roles at Virginia universities, state agencies, or large contractors like Leidos and SAIC, which run internship and early-career programs for recent graduates. Lateral moves from roles in public relations, marketing coordination, or broadcast operations are also common. A strong portfolio of self-produced or volunteer projects and proficiency in editing software gives candidates without formal experience a concrete edge in competitive Northern Virginia and Richmond markets.
Where can I find and apply to content producer jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to content producer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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