Video Producer Specialist (Hybrid) - Olin Business

Washington University in St. Louis • Lakeland, FL

8d • $49,700 - $82,100 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Center for Digital Education (CDE) in Olin Business School supports the design and development of Olin’s online, hybrid, and digital learning initiatives. The Video Production Specialist (VPS) collaborates with faculty and other members of the CDE team to create high-quality, dynamic videos rooted in pedagogical best practices. Beyond academic content, this role also leads video production projects for Olin’s Marketing and Communications team and other university stakeholders.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
• Video And/Or Multimedia Production (2 Years)
• A driver's license is not required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Video, Multimedia Production, And/Or Related (5 Years)
• Adobe Audition
• Articulate Studio
• Color Grading
• DaVinci Resolve
• Digital Asset Management (DAM)
• Digital Trends
• Educational Media
• Graphic Design
• Image Editing
• Interactive Content
• Light Boards
• Live Event Filming
• Location Shooting
• Mastering Audio
• Motion Graphics
• Multimedia Productions
• Panopto
• Podcasting
• Smart Boards
• Sound Effects
• Stage Lighting
• Video File Conversion Software
• Webcasting

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with faculty, instructional designers, graphic designers, and digital publishers to navigate the pre-production process. This includes leading or participating in ideation, storyboarding, scriptwriting and review, video prototyping, and the presentation of creative concepts.
• Serve as the lead video producer for solo and small-crew shoots, transitioning into the role of lead editor to manage projects through the full post-production lifecycle. Responsibilities include professional color grading and high-fidelity audio mastering to ensure all content meets strict accessibility standards. The VPS will also collaborate with graphic designers and multimedia developers to integrate visual enhancements into video projects.
• Lead on-location shoots across campus, throughout the St. Louis area, and during occasional travel. This requires a high level of technical adaptability to select optimal shooting sites, manage lighting and backgrounds, and capture high-quality audio in unpredictable environments. Additionally, the VPS is responsible for the logistics of traveling with production gear, ensuring all equipment is properly staged, protected, and maintained in transit.
• Manage multiple video projects and competing priorities simultaneously, utilizing project management systems to track tasks and deadlines. Ensure the timely delivery of content to meet student needs and academic schedules. Maintain proactive communication with CDE team and leadership, providing regular project updates and escalating potential concerns or roadblocks as they arise.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level