Assistant Video Producer and Graphic Designer

Johnson University • Knoxville, TN

70d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Assistant Video Producer and Graphic Designer works closely with the Johnson University Communications and Marketing team as well as the JU faculty, staff, and administration to develop creative, innovative, and high-quality video storytelling for distribution across multiple platforms. In addition, the Assistant Video Producer and Graphic Designer will also help design creative, innovative, and high-quality communications and marketing materials.

Requirements

• A Christian faith and support for Johnson University's mission and values.
• At least one year of experience in video storytelling, including video planning, camera operation, location and set management, audio, and lighting. Proven experience in interpreting project goals and translating them into media.
• At least one year of design experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Demonstrated skills in the Adobe suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro. Proficiency in CG applications like After Effects preferred. Experience with Sony camera products.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including ability to stay organized while managing multiple projects, competing priorities, and tight deadlines
• Habits of self-starting and taking initiative
• Good communication and personal relationship skills, including problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Some evening and weekend work hours required as needed.

Nice To Haves

• Experience creating motion graphics and digital typography preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Creative Director and Video Content Producer to develop creative and engaging promotional videos to promote the Johnson University brand through social media and the website for recruitment, fundraising, alumni engagement, and design concepts for collateral pieces including the brochures, displays, banners, logos, viewbooks, postcards, ads, programs, and digital graphics.
• Meets with faculty and staff to outline goals for video projects and graphic design projects; coordinates the conceptualization, planning, capturing, and editing of videos and designs with help of the Creative Director.
• Collaborates with the Communications team on cross-discipline projects.
• Create and design camera-ready art or electronic files, managing the quality of design throughout all project phases.
• Maintains videography equipment and provides guidance for new equipment purchases.
• Supports maintenance and updating of the Johnson University YouTube account.
• Help coordinate and train a team of work study students with the help of the Creative Director and Video Content Producer.
• Suggests ideas for new video and design projects to meet University goals.
• Assists in the management and organization of digital asset archives.
• Ensure consistency with Johnson's branding and identity standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees