Specialist, Digital Video & Photography

Stevenson University Owings Mills, MD Full-time Advertising / Marketing / Public Relations

Posted on April 20, 2024

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Specialist, Digital Video & Photography

Stevenson University

Summary:
The Specialist, Digital Video & Photography works as a member of the Marketing and Digital Communications Office to promote Stevenson's brand and support undergraduate and graduate student recruitment through the production of videos, digital content, and photography for Stevenson websites, social media, publications, and print and digital marketing campaigns. The position works under the direction of the Director, Digital Broadcast Media to organize and conduct video and photography shoots; edit videos, photography, and graphics into final form for a variety of uses online and in print; handles and maintains video and photography equipment (lights, cameras, audio devices); and maintains the Marketing office's video and photo archives.

Department: Marketing & Digital Communications

Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in film/video new media, or related field plus a minimum of four years of practical experience in digital video production, computer-based editing, and digital photography or equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid driver license with good driving record: must be insurable.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability:

Experience with video and photographic story-telling, digital and traditional advertising formats, and ability to apply a creative approach to digital video production/editing process for a variety of projects.
Expert knowledge of digital video, audio, and photography DSLR equipment and production, including lighting and audio recording skills in the studio and in the field.
Expertise in digital editing with video, audio, and photography, including knowledge and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Premier, After Effects, Lightroom, and Photoshop) .
Expertise creating and using motion graphics and digital animation to enhance video impact and engagement.
Experience producing and editing videos and photography for use across various digital platforms and formats such as websites, YouTube, and social media.
Understands to the importance of maintaining and using proper university elements (logos, typography, and styles) and value propositions across various formats in a consistent manner to ensure the consistency and strength of the Stevenson University brand.
Ability to take direction as it pertains to the design and art direction with specific projects.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and Office 365.
Ability to schedule, organize, and manage tasks and projects to meet deadlines.
Manages multiple tasks under pressure and can adapt quickly to changing priorities.
Digital archiving and organizational skills.
Works well independently as well as in collaboration.
Displays a professional demeanor and appearance at university functions.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Must be able to solve scheduling conflicts and work with Senior Administrators, Administrators, Faculty, Staff, and Students.
Ability to travel to assignments on the university’s campuses and in the local area.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed depending on assignments.

Physical Requirements:
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount offorce constantly to move objects. The physical demands that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job include but are not limited to lifting and handling of video and photography production equipment with a negligible amount of force required to push, pull, lift or carry various items needed. Walking; keyboarding; talking; hearing; repetitive motions. Not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Essential Functions:

Produce and edit videos and photography on schedule in accordance with institutional branding and recruitment objectives under the direction of the Director, Digital Broadcast Media.
Plan and sets up video, lighting, and audio equipment for video and photography shoots.
Create motion graphics, text manipulations, animations, and other digital graphics for videos and for various digital formats.
Maintain digital video, audio, photography equipment.
Plan, schedule, and take digital photography to support a variety of university projects and assets, including the SU website, social media, publications, and advertising and collateral.
Work collaboratively with the Marketing Office’s Senior Director, Web and Digital Marketing, Directors, Visual Communication; and Assistant Director, Social Media & Digital Marketing to plan and execute video and photography for a variety of university projects, and develops digital video, content, and advertising to support undergraduate and graduate recruitment and marketing.
Update, maintain, and curate Stevenson’s YouTube Channel.
Organize and maintain campus video and digital photography archives for use and access by others members of the Marketing and Digital Communications Office.
Catalog video and photo production content by semester, tracks stakeholders served and results achieved.
Travel between the university’s campuses, and Greater Baltimore region for video and photography shoots.
Research current, emerging, and recommend best digital video and content marketing practices to help optimize Stevenson’s digital marketing practices and campaigns.
Serve as primary videography and secondary photographer for all university commencement events.

Reports To: Director, Digital Broadcast Media

Work Location: Owings Mills

Position Category: Staff

Position Type:

Months/Year: 12

Hrs/Week: 40

FLSA: Exempt

Close Date:

Open Until Filled: No

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: stevenson.peopleadmin.com

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Specialist, Digital Video & Photography

Stevenson University

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