Video Production Specialist II

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The salary range for this position takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their position and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

Job Description

• Use creativity and artistic vision to tell compelling stories by producing videos utilizing professional camera techniques lighting video editing color grading graphics and titles audio post-processing music effects and foley.

• Participate in the entire video production process including concepting directing shooting interviewing location sound capture editing color correction audio post-processing motion graphics exporting final deliverables thumbnails caption files links/embed codes and backing up projects using studio guidelines for organization and metadata/tagging.

• Take high-quality photographs of subjects for editorial and corporate use.

• Assist in producing tasks such as writing scripts script breakdowns shot lists storyboarding location scouting call sheets and other organizational tasks.

• Serve as an on-set lead for production crews coordinating assignments and ensuring production goals are met.

• Experience interviewing subjects on camera.

• Design and create graphic transitions lower thirds titles and other motion graphics.

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends to identify opportunities for process improvement social media best practices platform-specific requirements and increased video engagement.

• Responsible for communicating and effectively collaborating with team members and stakeholders at all levels to ensure a smooth transition from initial concept to final deliverable.

• Responsible for understanding and implementing best practices for media organization and back-up.

• Assist in Digital Asset Management and creating project-specific storage workflows.

• Train Level I staff in the operation of video equipment lighting audio and post-production workflows.

• Assist other departments as directed including live events podcasts and more.

• Travel out of state to capture live events documentary footage stills and more.

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to continually learn and adapt in a constantly evolving media environment.

• Ability to transform raw video footage audio assets still images and graphics into compelling stories through creative editing color-grading and sound design/mixing.

• Proficient in the entire video production process including concepting directing shooting interviewing and location sound capture. Understands on-set protocols and best practices for film television and documentary production.

• Proficient in the entire video post-production process including video editing color-correction audio sweetening basic motion graphics (titles/lower thirds) and exporting final deliverables.

• Highly skilled at shot composition framing lighting camera movement and presentation of product features. Understands and implements the concept of shooting for the edit.

• Highly skilled in all technical facets of video image capture: Sensor formats ISO exposure techniques lenses filters follow focus resolution frame rates recording formats bitrate camera audio/sync color space LUTs and DIT/data management.

• Highly skilled in all technical facets of video editing and color-correction: advanced video and audio editing RAW/LOG footage manipulation resolution frame rates pixel aspect ratios encoders bitrate delivery formats camera audio/sync color space LUTS advanced color-correction creative grading motion tracking and round-trip best practices between software.

• Highly knowledgeable and experienced using digital video and cine cameras: RED ARRI Sony Canon Blackmagic etc.

• Proficient in still photography. Experienced with still cameras: Canon Sony Nikon or similar.

• Highly proficient with the Adobe Creative Suite: Premiere Pro After Effects Media Encoder Photoshop Illustrator and Audition. Highly proficient with Davinci Resolve. Proficient in Avid Pro Tools.

• Proficient in exporting media to a variety of distribution platforms with the appropriate video format audio format mapping and closed captions.

• Highly experienced with Digital Asset Management knowledgeable of industry best practices.

• Proficient graphic design skills and motion graphics implementation such as lower thirds descriptive titling and transitions tracking and compositing using the Adobe After Effects Premiere Illustrator Photoshop Davinci Resolve Fusion or comparable.

• Proficient in using industry recognized backup software (ShotPut Pro Hedge Silverstack or equivalent).

• Ability to direct and put interview subjects at ease drawing out authentic compelling performances

• Highly knowledgeable about live-event standards and post-production settings and standards.

• Self-motivated with strong interpersonal skills. Has the ability to put clients and participants at ease while interviewing or capturing their best performances.

• High-level problem solving high attention to detail strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Experience

• 5 or more years of experience with an agency in-house team or post-production studio. Experience must be in producing directing videography editing graphic design motion graphics or similar with a demonstrated focus on videography editing motion graphics and visual effects. Previous experience in an educational corporate or mission-driven content environment is a plus.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelors degree in film/TV Production Communications Multimedia or a related field.

Experience in lieu of education

Equivalent relevant experience performing the essential functions of this job may substitute for education degree requirements. Generally equivalent relevant experience is defined as 1 year of experience for 1 year of education and is the discretion of the hiring manager.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting and working at a computer.

• Ability to lift and transport audio equipment (up to 60 lbs).

• Flexibility to work evenings weekends and irregular hours.

• Ability to travel up to 25% as required.

This position requires occasional travel of up to 25% including required attendance at designated company summits (typically one to two per year). Additional travel may include conferences visits to company locations and other business-related events as needed. Additional travel may be assigned as needed to support business requirements.

Position & Application Details

How to Apply: If interested an application will need to be submitted online. Internal WGU employees will need to apply through the internal job board in Workday.

Additional Information

Disclaimer: The job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. Its not all-inclusive.

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Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic as required by law.