Videographer

NTT DATA Services • Arlington, VA

1d • $112,942 - $188,238 • Onsite

About The Position

The Videographer (Audio/Video Technician) will support, plan, and coordinate recording of events and edit footage while working independently or with others. The videographer may need to interview people and collaborate with others to obtain the footage and/or soundtrack/s required for a shoot. The videographer will support selection of equipment and be responsible for cleaning and performing maintenance (including some repairs) on recording equipment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• One-and-one- half (1.5) years of additional experience can substitute for one (1) year of a typical degree program.
• Minimum 10 years of experience supporting the Videographer roles and responsibilities listed above
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Public Trust clearance

Nice To Haves

• Strong knowledge of camera framing, exposure, and lighting techniques as well as knowledge of hardware and hardware management and care to ensure equipment is maintained in working order (including, but not limited to, camera equipment, switching equipment, digital editing equipment, etc.).
• Understanding of computer software used for planning, editing and scripting, including proficiency in programs like Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, etc.
• Physical ability to move and hold recording equipment for long periods, including ability to carry heavy gear and stand or move for long hours.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with clients and members of the production team and the ability to direct talent/subjects and work/collaborate with others.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments, including multitasking and working with many others concurrently.
• Creative thinking with an excellent eye for detail
• Knowledge of post-production techniques

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, maintaining, and storing cameras, lights, and audio gear.
• Inspection and testing of equipment, including testing HDMI, XLR, and power cords for fraying or shorts; installing the latest software updates on cameras and monitors; verifying that dials, screens, and internal recording formats work correctly; etc.
• Equipment storage and transport management, including packing gear tightly into foam-cut, hard-shell cases for transit; storing lithium-ion batteries at safe temperatures and half-charge when idle; storing sensitive electronics in cool, dry areas; etc.
• Planning shoots, scouting locations, and meeting clients to discuss project goals.
• Drafting, formatting, and finalizing the script or interview questions.
• Drawing or mapping out key shots visually to guide the production.
• Writing a sequential list of each camera shot needed for a given event.
• Location scouting, including evaluating and securing filming locations for lighting and acoustics.
• Operating video cameras, setting up lighting and microphones, including framing, focusing, and operating video cameras to capture required shots and adjusting exposure, shutter speed, ISO, and white balance for consistent visuals.
• Filming supplemental cutaway footage to enrich the final story, including preparing and capturing clean background video (e.g., B-roll), and interviews.
• Audio reporting management, including microphone placement, continuously checking background noise and/or clipping, and recording room tone to enable post-production editing.
• Guiding subjects and/or interviewees on pacing, tone, and physical movement as appropriate.
• Maintaining a safe filming environment by ensuring cables are taped down and equipment is securely bagged, etc.
• Organizing, assembling, and refining the captured raw footage into a polished, final video – including editing raw video, color correcting, mixing audio, and adding basic motion graphics.
• Editing video to add computer graphics, closed captioning and other effects as required.
• Balancing exposure, white balance, and contrast so all shots look uniform.
• Adjusting volume levels for dialogue, sound effects, and background music tracks.
• Adding subtitles as needed, including typing, timing, and formatting captions for accessibility and social media viewing.
• Ensuring data management by labeling video and audio clips, organizing folders, and sync-matching separate video and audio tracks.
• Backing up the final video, project files, and raw media for long-term storage.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution
• flexible spending or health savings account
• life and AD&D insurance
• short and long term disability coverage
• paid time off
• employee assistance
• participation in a 401k program with company match
• additional voluntary or legally-required benefits

What This Job Offers

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