Affirmative Action No.:: 25P219

First Consideration Date:: 06/02/2025

Department:: Office of Marketing

Position FTE::

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: 78,000

Job Purposes::

Required Qualifications::

• Bachelors Degree.
• 5+ years of experience in video production, including writing, shooting, and editing commercials or promotional content
• Proficiency with video production tools (e.g., cameras, lighting, sound equipment).
• Advanced skills in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects).
• Strong portfolio demonstrating the ability to create high-quality marketing commercials.
• Experience with scriptwriting and storytelling for short-form content.
• Excellent visual storytelling skills and an eye for detail.
• Have a deep understanding of how to emotionally engage audiences through compelling writing, striking visuals, music, and editing techniques.
• Ability to work independently and manage the full production process from start to finish.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with clients and team members.
• Familiarity with digital marketing strategies and social media advertising formats.
• Knowledge of motion graphics, color grading, and sound design
• Ability and experience to think strategically – both long and short term.
• Self-starter with strong problem solving and organizational skills who can inspire and direct others in their work.
• Proven ability to shepherd projects from concept to completion, enlisting the support and enthusiasm of others in the process.
• Must be detail-oriented and able to manage multiple projects.

Preferred Qualifications::

Essential Functions and percent of time::

• Concept development, scriptwriting, video production, editing, creative direction, and post-production for compelling promotional content for various multimedia marketing content (50%)
  • Concept Development: Collaborate with a team of videographers, photographers, and editors to develop creative concepts for media that align with brand messaging and target audience.
  • Scriptwriting: Write clear, engaging, and persuasive scripts for media, ensuring that the messaging is on point and supports strategies and objectives.
  • Video Production (Shooting): Plan and execute video shoots, including setting up lighting, audio, and camera equipment. Capture high-quality footage for media across various platforms, including television, digital, and social media.
  • Video Editing: Edit raw footage into polished, professional video content using video editing software. Ensure smooth transitions, appropriate pacing, and alignment with the brand's tone and objectives.
  • Creative Direction: Manage the overall visual style of the commercials, including framing, composition, color grading, and motion graphics, ensuring the final product meets high production standards.
  • Post-Production: Add special effects, graphics, music, and voiceovers where needed to enhance the commercial's effectiveness. Ensure the final cut is optimized for various formats (TV, digital, social media).

• Project management of multiple projects simultaneously, managing timelines and deliverables. (15%)
• · Supervise and manage professional staff, student workers, freelancers, agencies, vendors, and partner relationships. (20%)
  · Monitor efficiency and performance metrics (10%)
  · Other duties as assigned. (5%)

Working Conditions::

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