Videographer

Creighton University is seeking a dynamic visual storyteller for the role of Videographer. This position is responsible for capturing and editing video footage for platforms including social media, the university website, paid media, digital marketing campaigns, events and more. The ideal candidate is creative, versatile, has a strong video production background and can bring compelling content and storytelling to life. Additionally, the Videographer is audience-focused and able to translate key messages into compelling and engaging videos. Working alongside our marketing and content strategists, the candidate is responsible for developing short and long format videos that fuel our website's SEO strategy, social media presence and overall brand narrative.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce creative videos that incorporate our key messages in compelling narratives, and align with Creighton's strategic vision.
• Identify and gather b-roll footage that resonates with our primary audiences throughout the academic year to ensure a diverse and compelling selection of footage is captured for future project needs.
• Assist in establishing a visual look and feel for video that aligns with our established branding.
• Work within established processes to ensure consistent media workflow within the team and proactively contribute to optimizing processes when needed.
• Bring visual content ideas forward and research visual current trends to contribute to content idea generation.
• Learn the complexities of Creighton's schools, colleges and divisions and clearly articulate the value of a Creighton education.
• Have strong interpersonal skills to bring the stories of the Creighton community to life through compelling video footage.
• Have excellent attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and standards of the University.
• Bring a relentless sense of creativity and curiosity that helps move Creighton University forward.

Essential Functions:

• Promote Creighton's brand by capturing and editing engaging video content for multiple platforms. Approach video shoots with creativity and unique techniques to increase interest and captivate the audience.
• Responsible for determining, securing and preparing shoot locations. Use expertise to determine what is needed to deliver a product that aligns with the creative direction and intended goal. Collaborate with team members within the department as well as with students, faculty and staff across campus.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on the creation of video storyboards that align with our marketing strategy and brand guidelines.
• Maintain and prep equipment (pre-production and post-production).
• Archive video footage - incorporating metadata, ensuring proper tagging, and descriptions of all visual content. Back-up raw video footage on the job server, and share highlights with our team and campus partners via Frame.io.
• Communicate the status and progress of projects in our project management system.
• Maintain video and photography studio

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or a combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must have in-depth knowledge cameras, lenses, lighting and audio systems.
• Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, Lightroom, PhotoShop, Motion Array, and Vimeo.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, organize and archive multimedia content.
• Effective time management skills, detail-oriented and a strong problem solver.
• Approachable, professional and service-oriented.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within teams.
• Drone experience and Adobe After Effects knowledge is a plus.
• Photography experience is a plus.

***Please provide a URL or links to creative video examples that demonstrate your skills and experience in your application materials (portfolio, reel, and/or published work)***