Video Production Specialist I

Liberty University • Lynchburg, VA

1d • $45,000 - $50,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Video Production Specialist I works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s mission. The role plans video tasks according to scheduling and client needs, and plans and facilitates high-quality studio and field-based production and event coverage. The specialist converts and delivers completed edited products in requested formats and performs other related duties as assigned.

The position researches existing and emerging technologies, products, services, processes, industry benchmarks, and video-production examples. It collaborates with internal clients to develop concepts aligned with University brand initiatives, storyboards concepts, and plans and schedules shoots. Production work includes field-based filming, client interaction, operating portable video and audio equipment, setting up lighting and audio equipment, and maintaining and organizing field equipment.

Post-production responsibilities include ingesting, sorting, converting, and organizing footage; making editorial decisions; creating rough cuts; adjusting audio and color; editing; compressing projects; and delivering video in various formats. The specialist communicates with the marketing team during editing and obtains approvals on drafts and final proofs from individuals involved in each project.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–3 years of experience.
• Proficiency with Apple computer platforms and Apple Final Cut Pro Studio 7, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Media Encoders, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to reason intuitively, analyze information and events, exercise judgment, and solve routine and complex problems.
• If driving is required for the position, a valid driver’s license, acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance are required.

Responsibilities

• Research existing and emerging technologies, processes, products, services, industry performance benchmarks, and promotional or other video productions.
• Develop video concepts in cooperation with University brand initiatives.
• Meet with internal clients to develop and coordinate video solutions for their requests.
• Storyboard and sketch concepts for production.
• Plan and schedule video shoots.
• Conduct field-based video production, interact with clients, and operate portable video and audio equipment.
• Transport and set up lighting and audio equipment as required.
• Provide limited troubleshooting and maintenance of field production equipment.
• Maintain and organize camera equipment.
• Plan and perform post-production tasks, including ingesting, sorting, converting, and organizing footage.
• Make editorial decisions, create rough cuts, adjust audio, correct color, and complete final edits using the specified editing software.
• Compress video projects for output and make completed videos available in requested formats.
• Communicate with the marketing team as projects are edited.
• Obtain approval from individuals involved in each project on drafts and final proofs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED