Video Specialist (Production)
About The Position
Our mission is to promote American values through the creative use of digital media, technology and edu-tainment. We’re proud to be voted among the “Best Place to Work in Los Angeles” by the LA Business Journal 4 years in a row. The Video Specialist role at PragerU is a high-energy, detail-oriented, and highly self-managed position. This individual needs to be an all-around video expert, capable of taking on multiple projects, traveling, and working with the PragerU team to produce great content that educates and engages viewers, donors, and the team. This is an all-hands-on-deck team in an extremely fast-paced setting. Ideal candidate would have camera, lighting, and editing experience. This is a primarily technical position rather than a creative one, though there are opportunities for creative input. At this time, we are looking for an on set camera & lighting aficionado . This role will consist of roughly 60% on-set technical work (camera operating/management, lighting, equipment management, travel for filming, etc.) and 40% post-production (editing, basic motion graphics, etc.).
Requirements
- Proficient with video production
- Extremely knowledgeable about working with a variety of camera types and tools, including tripods, monopods, handheld, Easyrig, etc.
- Knowledgeable with lighting and grip equipment, techniques, and strategies for both indoor and outdoor projects.
- Can work effectively both as part of a film crew under a DP, and as an independent one-man band without backup.
- Able to record quality in-camera sound on location.
- Able to troubleshoot and handle problems on the go.
- Comfortable and composed when engaging with a variety of people, from high-profile guests to pedestrians, including occasional hostile situations because of politically-charged content.
- Proficient with video post-production.
- Skilled at editing, sound editing, color correction, and light motion graphics.
- Knowledgeable with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere, Photoshop, and After Effects, as well as audio software such as ProTools and/or Audition (Logic Pro is a plus).
- A knowledge of codecs, file types, file structures, and post processes.
- Able to work directly with multiple creative leads and managers to discuss and implement editorial notes.
- Able to take ownership of work, but also able to hand off work to be finished by someone else, or to pick up where others have left off, when necessary.
- Has an eye for crafting story, and for turning footage into narrative episodes within the guidelines of a show format or brand.
- Able to juggle a variety of concurrent projects in different phases with competing priorities.
- Flexible and able to “roll with the punches” within an ever-changing game plan.
- A true Team Player, proactive, helpful, honest, and calm under pressure. This is a no-ego environment where no task is too small.
- Quick to learn new processes, procedures, and technologies related to the job.
- Organized and able to follow SOP’s, learn show and brand standards, and implement notes.
- Able to handle multiple projects at a time and to switch gears/priorities fluidly.
- Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- A quick thinker and a fast learner, technologically savvy, and process-minded.
- Imperative to be able to communicate, prioritize, and self-manage.
- Willing and able to take direction from different leaders but also bring his/her ideas and thoughts to the table.
- An eye for quality and a passion for excellence.
- Traveling may be required, including flying and/or long driving.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of After Effects & motion graphics highly desired.
- Logic Pro is a plus
Responsibilities
- Capture quality footage, including polished interview setups, high-value profile shots, scrappy unscripted style, b-roll, and more.
- Work with a variety of camera types and tools, including tripods, monopods, handheld, Easyrig, etc.
- Knowledgeable with lighting and grip equipment, techniques, and strategies for both indoor and outdoor projects.
- Work effectively both as part of a film crew under a DP, and as an independent one-man band without backup.
- Record quality in-camera sound on location.
- Troubleshoot and handle problems on the go.
- Engage with a variety of people, from high-profile guests to pedestrians, including occasional hostile situations because of politically-charged content.
- Skilled at editing, sound editing, color correction, and light motion graphics.
- Work directly with multiple creative leads and managers to discuss and implement editorial notes.
- Take ownership of work, but also able to hand off work to be finished by someone else, or to pick up where others have left off, when necessary.
- Craft story, and for turning footage into narrative episodes within the guidelines of a show format or brand.
Benefits
- This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on personal and company performance, in addition to our robust benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
