Social Media Team

We are hiring for our social media team (Media Coordinator, Content Creators, Photographers, Videographers, Editors, and More)

These are onsite jobs, no remote work (You must relocate and/or live near our Dallas, TX office to be considered).

Requirements to be considered for these positions:

• Must have in-depth knowledge and a passion for tactical gear and tactical gear photography and/or videography.
• Do Not Apply for this job unless you can provide us with your instagram and/or examples of photography and/or videos showing tactical gear in all or one of the following: product shots, gear reviews, showing off you and/or your friends gear in real world operations, training, and/or milsim scenarios.
• Do not apply to this position unless you have extensive knowledge of tactical gear, knowledge of all the small to big tactical gear companies, and have your own collection of gear that you can show us during your interview (chest rigs, plate carriers, pouches, packs, etc). It's ok if you have replicas or clones.
  
  Your resume will be rejected if you do not meet these requirements.

Team Responsibilities Summary:

• Plan and create engaging content for AXL's social media and website consistently that is on-brand.
• Research and develop content for YouTube, Instagram, website, print projects, and more. Manage content workflow and ensure deadlines are met
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure content is consistent with overall brand messaging
  Analyze data to identify trends and insights that can be used to inform future content strategies

The position will regularly plan, shoot, and edit video and photo content in both a studio and lifestyle/documentary context. An eye for good visual style and attention to detail when delivering polished content is required. Daily tasks will consist of managing all the company's product photography, creating short-form videos for social media, and working with the different AXL teams on collaborative video projects and on-location photo shoots work with inhouse media team, external consultants, and contractors.

Team qualifications Summary:

• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team to ensure deadlines are met and content is up to the highest standards
• Have a solid grasp on photography, videography, photo & video editing, ability to use Adobe software and be creatively driven. Experience with non-linear video editing using Adobe Creative Suite, and Davinci Resolve (preferred).
• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

We are looking for someone who spends a lot of time on instagram creating content related to tactical gear, owns an extensive personal collection of tactical gear and/or is constantly purchasing/trading gear to try new and old things out, participates in firearms and/or milsim training to ensure the they have the right knowledge in combination with the related photography and video skills.

AXL Advanced designs and manufactures high-performance upgrades and stand alone products for Military and Law Enforcement for use with gear made by Crye Precision, Spiritus Systems, FirstSpear, Velocity Systems, Mayflower, S&S Precision, Ferro Concepts, LBT (London Bridge Traders), Eagle Industries, and other great Military/LE gear brands.

Our company exists to Improve the Lethality and Survivability of our Customers.

Portfolio Requirement:

• Candidates should be able to supply a portfolio to demonstrate design ability for web, digital media solutions, marketing promotions, video, and graphic design, including URLs (Portfolio can be Instagram, Website, Social Media, etc).

Responsibilities Details:

• Shoot and edit short-form videos for weekly Instagram Reels and other social media outlets.
• Shoot and edit all product photography for website and print production.
• Plan and execute regular lifestyle photoshoots for social media and print production.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director on long-form documentary style videos and other branded lifestyle video projects.
• Act as A or B Camera for all on-location video shoots.
• When not filming on video shoots, act as photographer for all on-location content creation trips.
• Support in the conceptualization, design, execution, and promotion of product promotion campaigns online.
• Organize and manage all photo and video content created for use by all AXL teams as marketing assets.
• Support all the AXL teams on all in-studio live streaming projects and support the development of sets and other prop assets.

Qualifications Details:

• Hard worker. This position will have a diverse set of creative duties. A strong work-ethic is a must to keep up with office tempo.
• Expertise in all areas of production - planning, shooting, and editing.
• Proficiency in shooting a variety of content, extending from social media reels, documentary, to narrative/story driven media.
• Hands-on experience in the different styles of single and multi-camera shooting, lighting techniques, and interviewing.
• Experience with non-linear video editing using Adobe Creative Suite, and similar programs like Davinci Resove (preferred).
• Experience with all aspects of photography post-production using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Expert working knowledge with DLSR, mirrorless, and professional cinema cameras (ex: Canon, Sony, Panasonic, Blackmagic, RED. ARRI).
• Strong working knowledge of studio lighting techniques for both strobe and continuous lighting.
• A comprehensive knowledge of content trends on all major social media apps with a deep understanding of both internet culture and visual communication techniques.
• A working knowledge of modern tactical equipment and its applications.
• Utilizing appropriate software, such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, Acrobat Pro, and the Microsoft Office suite, for any and all of these duties

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of google apps
• Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom, Premier, Acrobat Pro, and the Microsoft Office suite, for any and all of these duties
• Working knowledge of web design
• Military Veteran and/or First Responder
• Facebook ad's manager and google ads experience
• Background in relevant industry or professional/practical experience with military firearms and tactical equipment.

Other Requirements:

• Physical requirements may include sitting, standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, and kneeling for up to and including 8 hours.
• Utilize appropriate software, such as The Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Premiere, Illustrator, Photoshop, Lightroom), DaVinci Resolve, FreshDesk, Slack, Asana, Google Apps, and the Microsoft Office suite, for all of these duties.
• May be required to attend trade shows, training events, gear testing, and/or other company events.
• Perform all other duties reasonably related to the Company's business when asked to do so by the Company's Executive Team.

Benefits:

PTO, Paid Holidays, 401k + match, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Great industry discounts, and more.