Videographer

Southwestern University, located in Georgetown, has an immediate opening for a Videographer in the Office of Marketing and Communications department. As part of the MarCom team, the Videographer will possess a marketing mindset and the ability to conceptualize, design, and create video productions for the University’s various marketing initiatives. This is an in-person, full-time, twelve-month position with full benefits who reports to the Senior Creative Director.

Primary Duties:

• Work closely with the Senior Creative Director to implement the creative vision and direction for University partners and objectives.
• Execute different types of video productions including live action, motion graphics, intro and exit slates, lower thirds, animation, variable data video, and CG.
• Manage the process from the pre-production to post-production including all details to support various project requirements such as props, wardrobe, casting, editing, music, licensing content, and digital asset management.
• Serve as caretaker for the department’s various cameras, lenses, microphones, and other accessories.
• Collaborate with the creative team helping to contribute to and support creative ideas.
• Assist with the design of a variety of communications including online, mobile and sometimes print.
• Direct third-party resources and ensure the delivery and receiving of all assets.
• Attend and/or assist with University events as needed.
• Serve on University Committees, ad hoc committees, etc. as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements:

• A keen eye for detail and a well-developed artistic and creative aesthetic. At least two years of experience in video production. Experience producing marketing video including knowledge of digital video camera operation, encoding software and hardware.

• Experience in video production including planning, lighting, framing, audio acquisition, editing, encoding and other elements.

• Knowledge of mixing and editing video and audio for broadcast output. Experience working in non-linear video editing; Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, AVID Media Composer or Final Cut Pro.

• Knowledge and experience working with digital archives and archival processes. Demonstrated proficiency in other Adobe Creative Suite applications, primarily Photoshop and Lightroom Well organized with attention to detail and ability to follow-through. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Willingness to adhere to the University’s core values.

• Have knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community. Demonstrated professional manner with all internal and external University constituents. Ability to be flexible, adjust to fluctuating priorities, and produce reliable work product. Proven ability to perform well in stressful situations. Ability and willingness to travel utilizing standard, commercial, and/or personal modes of transportation. Understanding and commitment to a liberal arts education, including the ability to relate to a liberal arts faculty. Ability to attend work consistently and maintain a regular work schedule.

Preferred Requirements:

• 2 plus years of experience in camera operation, film editing and program productions. Bachelor’s degree or coursework in multimedia-related discipline (film, design, advertising, art, music, photography, etc.). Strong understanding of visual/graphic design principles and color theory. Prior experience working in higher education (or producing work for a higher education client), preferably a selective liberal arts institution.

Southwestern University offers competitive salary and benefits including health, dental, life, long term disability, retirement, 15-paid holidays, two weeks of vacation, sick leave, tuition assistance, access to athletic facilities, free parking and discounted meal rates.  Southwestern University is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education.   Southwestern University is deeply committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and especially encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia.  For information concerning the University, visit our Web site at www.southwestern.edu.

To apply:  The University will only accept application materials through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/115405. Interested persons must submit a letter of interest, resume, the name and contact information of three professional references, and salary expectation.  Email and paper applications will not be accepted.  Only completed applications will be reviewed by the Search Committee.  The Committee will review all completed applications until the position is filled.  All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of the University’s Background Check Policy process.  EOE/M/F