Director of Operations, Impact Story Lab

Overview

How You’ll Contribute

The National Geographic Society Storytelling Mission Program works to expand the organization’s impact through journalism, photography, film/video, web content, mapping, and data visualization. As the largest funder to individual storytellers in this work, it also identifies key grantmaking and fellowship opportunities with creative talent. The division’s Impact Story Lab (ISL) builds on National Geographic’s legacy as a global leader in using storytelling to drive positive change.

The ISL produces world-class film, audio, photography, VR/AR experiences, and other media that furthers the goals of the organization and its programs. By combining creative excellence with groundbreaking research, ISL advances the field of “impact media” and contributes to National Geographic Society’s mission of illuminating and protecting the wonder of our world.

The Director of Operations plays a crucial role in managing the processes of three unique lines of business:
Explorer Programs, Museum of Exploration Media, and Institutional Video Services, both at the departmental and project level. Reporting to the Vice President, the Director of Operations is responsible for creating departmental workflows, keeping projects on schedule and within budget, and for supporting the daily operations of the team. This is a fixed-term position through 12/31/31.