Video Production Specialist

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign • Urbana, IL

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About The Position

The Video Production Specialist contributes to pre-production, production, and post-production of video projects for Strategic Communications and Marketing, the Office of the Chancellor, and University units. Under the direction of Video Services leadership, the specialist supports the creation of high-quality content through filming, editing, graphics, audio, captioning, and delivery. Projects include campus outreach videos, Chancellor’s messages, promotional content, chargeback projects, Big Ten documentary productions, and News Bureau videos. The position also works with campus clients to understand project requirements and deliverables, and applies University branding, messaging, and quality standards to productions.

The specialist supports the complete production workflow, including camera operation, lighting, sound recording, interviewing, equipment setup, editing, audio mixing, captioning, rendering, organizing and uploading footage, and delivering finished work for web and media platforms. The role participates in client meetings to gather goals, requirements, and timelines, and contributes creative ideas and production recommendations under leadership guidance. The position is a 100% full-time Civil Service appointment on a 12-month basis. Some evening and weekend hours and occasional intrastate and national travel are required. The position requires residency in Illinois within six months of hire and is not eligible for work-authorization sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, communications, public relations, or a closely related field.
• One year (12 months) of professional work experience in marketing, public relations, communications, brand management, or a related professional area.
• Demonstrated experience with video production, direction, and/or editing.
• Strong skills in videography/cinematography and editing, and skill in visual storytelling.
• Knowledge of current video production technology and tools.
• Familiarity with software used for video production, editing, graphics creation, digital file storage, and online delivery.
• Knowledge of video editing software, Adobe Creative Suite, DaVinci Resolve, Microsoft Office, and web apps used in production and post-production.
• Creativity, storytelling, attention to detail, and sound discretion and judgment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact professionally with senior administrative and academic officials.
• Ability to organize, manage, and present complex information clearly and consistently.
• Ability to work independently and produce accurate, high-quality work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment and multitask, often with frequent interruptions.
• Working knowledge of accessibility requirements for video production.
• Some evening and weekend hours are required; occasional intrastate and national travel is required.
• Residency in the state of Illinois within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with professional video and audio equipment and industry-standard editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, or equivalent.
• Experience in lighting, filming, video editing, audio recording, motion graphics, accessibility, and animation.
• Experience with the entire workflow of producing content for broadcast and digital platforms.
• Thorough knowledge of the Urbana-Champaign campus academic and administrative structure and general knowledge of higher education.

Responsibilities

• Plan, film, record audio, and work on set for video productions as assigned by leadership.
• Produce campus outreach videos, Chancellor’s messages, promotional content, and other University productions.
• Produce and film chargeback video projects, communicate with campus clients, and help ensure deliverables meet project requirements and video services brand standards.
• Support filming of Big Ten documentary productions and News Bureau videos as assigned.
• Assist with camera operation, lighting, sound recording, interviewing, and equipment loading, unloading, and setup.
• Manage assigned production tasks and deadlines, identify workflow or technical issues, and communicate project status or concerns to Video Services leadership.
• Edit videos, create graphics, mix audio, caption, and render post-production work as assigned.
• Post-produce and edit chargeback projects in communication with campus clients, ensuring deliverables meet project requirements and brand standards.
• Film, organize, tag, and upload footage to the campus video database.
• Prepare, export, and upload completed productions for client delivery and distribution through web and media platforms.
• Participate in gathering client goals, project requirements, and timelines, and contribute creative ideas and production recommendations under leadership guidance.
• Apply University video branding standards, messaging standards, production practices, and quality standards to video productions.
• Participate in team discussions and contribute ideas or assistance to other Strategic Communications and Marketing units on video-related work as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents

What This Job Offers

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