Description

Location: Minneapolis, MN; frequent in-state travel required

Type: Full-time, Cycle position through November, 2026

Department; Reports to: Communications; Director for Digital Partnerships & Creative

Compensation: Starting at $6,500/mo (higher based on experience)

Overview:

Minnesotans for Klobuchar is hiring a full time videographer who will play a key role in turning the campaign’s vision into compelling organic-first videos and collecting a wide range of content directly from Minnesotans. We’re looking for someone who can shoot, edit and produce a constant stream of sharp, unfiltered video to power a simple narrative. You will be able to turn real moments into compelling, social-first and paid-ready video (fast!).

This role sits at the intersection of press, digital, and paid media. You’ll capture everything from major events to small-town conversations and deliver same-day clips, next-day edits, and narrative pieces that define the race. If you want to join an exceptional team and can move fast, think like a storyteller, and operate in high-pressure political environments, this role is for you.

You must be able to capture the voice of the campaign and connect it to a variety of audiences across Minnesota. You will be an ambassador for the campaign and have direct engagement with Minnesotans. The ideal candidate is quick on their feet, a creative problem solver, cares about politics as a means to improve people’s lives, and is excited to join us for a fast-paced campaign built to win.

Key Responsibilities:

• Film high-quality, emotionally resonant footage showing who Amy Klobuchar is and who she’s fighting for
• Work seamlessly with Advance and Comms to anticipate and capture key moments
• Travel across the state to capture moments with the candidate and key surrogates
• Turn around same-day and next-day edits for social, email, and press use
• Clip key soundbites after events for rapid response
• Deliver clean, platform-native formats (vertical, square, captions, hooks)
• Identify and capture real voter stories and local voices that make the stakes clear
• Film interviews, testimonials, and on-the-ground context that can be used in paid media
• Build a steady pipeline of footage for ads, fundraising, and persuasion content
• Support press and rapid response needs with b-roll and quick-turn clips
• Organize and upload footage to a shared media library
• Support the Comms and Advance teams by scouting sites and assisting with production
• Track the approval and edit of all organic video materials
• Assist Research and Communications on specific video needs as able
• Help identify unique opportunities for engagement that fits the brand of the campaign
• Perform other political and campaign-related duties as assigned

Benefits:

• Employees are paid on the 15th and last day of each month and receive a competitive benefits
  package including health care.

To Apply:

• Interested candidates should apply by sending 3-5 work examples and your resume to
  hiring@amyklobuchar.com, with the Subject Line “Comms Video.” Applicants will be reviewed on a
  rolling basis until filled.
• We are committed to making our hiring process accessible. If you need assistance or an accommodation to apply, please email hiring@amyklobuchar.com

Requirements

Qualifications:

• 2-6+ years shooting and editing video in campaigns, documentary, news, or fast-paced field environments
• Strong instincts for political storytelling and persuasion
• Ability to shoot, edit, and deliver quickly without sacrificing quality
• Experience working around candidates, press, and advance teams
• Deep understanding of social platforms
• Comfortable working long hours, nights, weekends, and travel-heavy schedules
• Calm under pressure and able to make fast editorial decisions in the field
• Strong editing ability in Adobe Suite (Premiere, Audition) preferred
• Proficiency with other tools (After Effects, DaVinci Resolve and Descript) a plus
• Clean audio capture, lighting basics, and run-and-gun setups
• Ability to deliver in multiple aspect ratios and captioned formats
• Comfortable engaging with a wide range of supporters and community leaders across a range of backgrounds, including non-political spaces. Able to meet people where they are
• Commitment to the mission and values of the campaign – to bring people together and improve the lives of Minnesotans
• Based in Minnesota or willing to relocate for the duration of the campaign

Desired Attributes:

• An eagerness to learn more about communities in Minnesota
• Self-starter with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Outgoing, able to engage strangers and attentive to people’s needs; wants to serve as a joyful
  ambassador for the team
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Discreet, professional, and politically savvy
• Team player who takes direction well and is eager to learn