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Department
Digital Communication Strategy
Time Type
Full time
Job Type
Regular
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Work Modality
Hybrid 01 (On Campus 3-4 Days/Week)
Union
SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division
This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division. That means the terms and conditions of your employment are governed by university policy (including the Staff Personnel Policies Manual) and any collective bargaining agreement entered into between American University and SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division.
Summary
Job Description:
The Video Producer is the primary producer of video and related content for university communications, marketing, and digital engagement. The position is responsible for every aspect of video production from pre-production through to post-production, including concepting, planning, producing, shooting, interviewing, editing, mixing, color correction, music, graphics, and captions. Videos and other digital content are produced in collaboration with, and at the direction of, the communications and marketing teams to distribute across the university’s channels. The Video Producer will coordinate with video production colleagues in other university departments to leverage and share assets and content. The Video Producer will require an entrepreneurial and cooperative spirit to capture brief clips with short notice to be used for social media, along with the university’s weekly newsletter, in addition to longer term projects, both of which will require prioritization.
Essential Functions
- Video Production and Project Management
- Produce short and long form video, web and social media video assets, and other multimedia content, including research, interviews, writing, shooting, editing, and post-production.
- Regularly capture video of the campus community, including events, student life, athletics, arts, academics, research, the classroom experience, and off-campus AU-sponsored activities.
- Plan, produce and deliver video and digital content that supports AU’s strategic priorities, including but not limited to enrollment, retention, university reputation, academic profile, research, scholarship, and community engagement.
- Campus Partner Engagement
- Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to create efficiencies, maximize video and digital content production, and create a robust set of video assets across the university.
- Coordinate regular meetings and interactions with videographers and other digital creators in the schools and colleges, Student Affairs, University Advancement, Undergraduate Enrollment, and other university units.
- Create shared video editorial calendar.
- Story Collaborator
- Work together with UCM colleagues to develop stories and video content that supports university priorities, enhances university reputation, contributes to core functions such as enrollment and retention, and delivers key messages.
Competencies
- Displaying Creativity.
- Acquiring and Analyzing Information.
- Acting Strategically.
- Supporting Coworkers.
- Developing Plans.
- Evaluating and Implementing Ideas.
- Prioritizing and Organizing.
- Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.
Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work
- Full-Time.
- 35 hours per week.
- Potential evening/weekend overtime requirements for university events.
Salary Range
- $35.71- $38.46/hour (commensurate with experience).
Required Education And Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- 3-5 years of relevant experience.
- Excellent research, organization, and time management skills.
- Proven communication and collaboration skills.
- The capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.
- The ability to be flexible and work efficiently without compromising quality or accuracy.
- Demonstrated knowledge of professional editorial practices and processes.
- An understanding of SEO best practices.
- Video editing software experience and expertise – Adobe Premiere.
Preferred Education And Experience
- Bachelor's degree.
- 4-6 years of relevant experience.
- Videography experience with Canon DSLR and RED digital camera, preferred.
Travel Required
- Candidate will be expected to have ability to travel locally to different project and/or event locations.
Additional Information
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to share a digital portfolio that demonstrates experience writing, shooting, producing, and editing engaging video content in a variety of styles for diverse audiences.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.
Other Details
- Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
- Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- American University is an E-Verify employer.
Current American University Employees
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Contact Us
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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.
