Coordinator, Creative Projects

National Retail Federation Inc•Washington, DC

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The National Retail Federation is a trade association that passionately advocates for the people, brands, policies and ideas that help retail succeed. From its headquarters in Washington, D.C., NRF empowers the industry that powers the economy. Retail is the nation’s largest private-sector employer, contributing $5.3 trillion to annual GDP and supporting more than one in four U.S. jobs. For over a century, NRF has been a voice for every retailer and every retail job, educating, inspiring and communicating the powerful impact retail has on local communities and global economies. General Function Support the creation of print, digital, and social media assets for the National Retail Federation. This role combines foundational creative project management skills with hands-on design and video production.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
1–2 years of professional experience in creative production, marketing, or multimedia roles
Hands-on video production experience, including shooting and editing
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro; After Effects a plus)
Experience producing creative assets for digital and/or social media
Basic understanding of creative workflows and project timelines
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage files, assets, and multiple deadlines
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365
Ability to adhere to a hybrid work schedule with required onsite presence in Washington, DC on Tuesday - Thursday.
Willingness to travel occasionally

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting brand, marketing, or event based creative campaign
Experience capturing and editing short form video content for social media platforms
Familiarity with Canva and awareness of current social media and design trends
Experience assisting with creative project management, including intake, timelines, reviews, and delivery
Exposure to vendor coordination or vendor management, including tracking contracts, budgets, or deliverables
Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and print production processes
Experience working in or supporting a studio environment, including managing or maintaining media equipment
Ability to contribute to concept development, such as drafting video scripts, project briefs, or creative presentations
Portfolio demonstrating video, motion, and/or graphic design work

Responsibilities

Produce graphics and videos to support NRF brand and event marketing campaigns across digital, print and social media
Contribute to video productions by developing production plans, preparing and testing equipment, and proactively ensuring all technical and logistical elements are ready for a seamless shoot
Capture and edit video content tailored for social media platforms
Maintain NRF Studio operations and manage inventory of media equipment
Assist with creative project management—intake, evaluation, timeline development, assignment, review and delivery of projects
Support team in concept development, such as drafting video scripts, project briefs, and presenting creative concepts to internal stakeholders
Manages vendor projects and communications - request quotes, vendor research, assists with negotiations, tracks contracts
Ensure final deliverables meet brand standards and are delivered to internal clients, partners or vendors
Collaborate with photo, video and live event production vendors at NRF events and help manage event photo/video library
Assist with file management and archiving
Develop internal and external presentations for NRF spokespeople
Stay ahead of design trends and pitch creative ideas to the team
Performs other duties as assigned