Creative Videographer

Date:  March 27, 2023

Position Available:  Creative Videographer

Position Reports to:  Director, Digital Storytelling

Department:  Marketing and Communications

FLSA Status:  Exempt

Schedule:  Full Time – M-F, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; some evenings and weekends as needed for special projects

Please apply online:  https://franciscan.edu/creative-videographer/

POSITION SUMMARY

The Creative Videographer creates videos that showcase Franciscan University of Steubenville’s brand while elevating the University standards in creative video production. Serve as videographer and editor to support Franciscan University’s growing video production and related marketing, creating videos geared toward attracting and cultivating students, donors, and friends for the University, and successfully and consistently branding all video productions with the academically excellent and passionately Catholic mission of the University.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

·         Create videos that showcase Franciscan University of Steubenville’s brand while elevating the University standards in creative video production. Serve as Associate Producer, Videographer and Editor for various University projects serving departments across campus through on-site and in-studio production.

·         Collaborate with marketing team members to develop engaging content ideas for a variety of University audiences including prospective students, benefactors, alumni, and friends.

·         Work with outside vendors to create mission-fit pieces that meet the University overall video strategy.

·         Assist in the development of graphics and animations that elevate the University’s production standards.

This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Additional duties, expectations and responsibilities may be added or changed as needed to meet the University's needs.

REQUIREMENTS

Must understand, support, and embrace the mission of Franciscan University of Steubenville and possess the following:

Work Experience

·         Minimum 3 years of experience in video production and marketing.

·         Minimum 3 years editing on Avid and/or Premiere.

·         Past Careers could include Videographer, Video Producer, Video Editor, Creative Videographer.

Competencies

·         Must understand and support the mission of Franciscan University.

·         Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high quality of work output.

·         Creativity and teamwork mentality a must as well as ability to work independently.

·         Provides excellent customer service to internal and external stakeholders.

·         Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal skills and professionalism.

Education/Credentials

·         Bachelor’s degree in media production, electronic media, film, TV, or related field.

·         In lieu of Bachelor’s degree, have strong work history and extensive experience in the creative video production field.

·         Knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith.

Technical Skills

·         Experience working with cinema cameras such as the Canon C300, Canon C100, Sony FS7, or similar, and/or DSLR and mirrorless cameras.

·         Experience working with Adobe Creative Cloud.

·         Experience working with EditShare a plus.

·         Must be able to operate all types of video equipment and understand all aspects of production, including digital editing and digital audio production.

·         Competent writing and video producing skills.

Workplace Factors:

·         Ability to lift and carry 30-40 pounds of television equipment necessary.

·         Ability to sit or stand using a camera, or in front of a workstation for long periods of time.

·         Occasional evening/weekend/off-hours work required.

Candidates must submit an online application, a resume, list of references, and a cover letter that demonstrates their fit for the position based on their experience, accomplishments, and skills as well as their desire to advance the mission of Franciscan University. 

Candidates are also required to submit a demo reel via email to hr@franciscan.edu.

Please apply online:  https://franciscan.edu/creative-videographer/

For other information and job postings, visit our website at https://www.franciscan.edu

Franciscan University of Steubenville is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.