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Location: Muncie, INDIANA
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| Position Title | Senior Videographer & Editor |
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| About this Opportunity | |
| Our Statement on Inclusiveness | At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression. |
| Benefits and Community | Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.
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| Live Near Your Work - If you are considering living near the Ball State area, please visit the following link to learn more about relocation and living in east central Indiana: | https://www.bsu.edu/about/live-near-your-work |
| FLSA | Creative Professional Exemption |
| Hrs/Week | 40 |
| Length of Assignment | Full-Time At-Will |
| Position Function | Direct and produce video media from pre-production through post-production using techniques applied through cameras, audio, lighting, editing, animated graphics, special effects and scriptwriting that support the goals, objectives, and brand of Ball State University. Serve as consultant, art director, liaison, and producer for campus colleagues and vendors on the creation of compelling video, photography, graphics and animation content; write compelling stories, narration, monologue or dialogue driven scripts that are understood by a diverse audience; use interactive marketing and content strategy in order to create scripts and videos for use on website, social media, digital advertising and other digital channels; capable of leading and contributing to the creative process, while at the same time being comfortable with the technical aspects of multimedia production for various environments including multi am shoots, live event streaming and digital signage. |
| Minimum Education | Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. |
| Minimum Experience | Five years of experience in video production for a professional organization; strong writing, digital storytelling and presenting skills; expertise with capturing video and audio, and editing using Adobe Premiere CC; proven expertise in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Photoshop; a firm knowledge of media codecs, streaming technology, YouTube channel uploading, encoding software, the ability to adapt and export media content for multiple social media platforms, and some experience creating motion graphics; broad understanding of video cameras and camera control, shutter speeds, apertures, lens types, filters and effects; understanding of the principles involved in recording good audio in different conditions, and understanding the principles of 3-point lighting, white balancing, color temperatures and light maintenance; ability to convey ideas through story boarding; ability to edit under tight deadlines. The ability to represent the University’s brand through storytelling. |
| Minimum Other | Excellent interpersonal skills. |
| Authorization to work in the US | Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. |
| Preferred Education | Master’s degree from an accredited institution. |
| Preferred Experience | More than five years of experience creating videos for the interactive marketing environment for higher education, including digital advertising, YouTube, social media platforms and websites; proven experience writing scripts and storyboarding ideas for higher education. Drone operation experience (Part 107 licensed); direct report and mentoring experience; and an expertise in creating motion graphics and video animations. |
| Preferred Other | Familiarity with DSLR and Drone equipment. |
| Pre-Employment Screening | Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification. |
| Position Title(s) Supervised | Videographer and Editor |
| Required Certifications | |
| EEO Statement | Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status. |
| About Ball State University | Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. |
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| Department | Creative Services:140180 |
| Department Information | The Division of Marketing and Communications is a full-service, in-house partner to the colleges and units of Ball State. We develop strategic messaging consistent with Ball State’s mission, enduring values, strategic priorities, institutional identity (branding), and positioning. Our work is best in class and backed by a passionate group of professionals who love the University. We are believers in the Beneficence Pledge and honor the following principles: excellence, respect and responsibility. As an employee of Marketing and Communications, this position is eligible for a flexible work model that combines remote and in-office work schedules. |
| Department Email or Phone Number | [email protected] |
Duties & Responsibilities
| Ranking | 1 |
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| Job Duty | Serve as resident expert, consultant and liaison for campus colleagues on the creation of compelling video content, translating university messaging into compelling videos that exemplify the Ball State brand. |
| Ranking | 2 |
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| Job Duty | Develop engaging video content that tells the Ball State story in ways that build and deepen positive relationships across constituencies. |
| Ranking | 3 |
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| Job Duty | Consult with and advise clients to write original scripts in order to create accurate and informative films/video for on campus presentation and for use online. |
| Ranking | 4 |
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| Job Duty | Direct, film, capture and edit a variety of footage, including interviews, live event coverage, and studio production. |
| Ranking | 5 |
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| Job Duty | Work with strategic communication leadership to brainstorm, develop, and maintain strategic video and interactive content for the brand; develop proposals for innovative strategies and realistic solutions to increase reach of content. |
| Ranking | 6 |
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| Job Duty | Develop and maintain relationships with clients across campus and in the community in order to ensure a regular flow of up-to-date video content for the website, social media, and other promotional use. |
| Ranking | 7 |
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| Job Duty | Maintain expert knowledge of interactive video developments and all aspects of video production, including directing and cinematography, clean audio and lighting, as well as post-production editing techniques and software for audio sweetening, color grading, animated graphics, and compression for delivery. |
| Ranking | 8 |
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| Job Duty | Serve as the direct supervisor for the Videographer and Editor. Provide daily leadership and mentorship; assist in prioritizing work; hold consistent one-on-one meetings; evaluate direct reports throughout the year and execute the University’s annual performance evaluations; serve as a decision maker, that best maximizes the division’s resources and reflect the division’s overall mission. |
| Ranking | 9 |
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| Job Duty | Understand and adapt to the demands of a deadline-based editorial team, be able to follow and create briefs and standards, and establish how to get the best performances out of different presenters and clients. |
| Ranking | 10 |
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| Job Duty | Stay abreast of the latest video equipment and techniques, and provide counsel as to the value and best use of same. |
| Ranking | 11 |
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| Job Duty | Develop and express visual identity for photo and video consistent with the university’s brand through appropriate techniques. |
| Ranking | 12 |
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| Job Duty | Advise and facilitate collaboration with marketing and communications colleagues, as well as other clients, on video projects that serve across needs. |
| Ranking | 13 |
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| Job Duty | Research and develop data asset management methods for strategic communications and clients as well as new methods for improved workflow and collaboration. |
| Ranking | 14 |
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| Job Duty | Perform other related duties as assigned. |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | 202401498P |
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| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Desired Start Date | 04/01/2024 |
| Position End Date (if temporary) | |
| Open Date | 03/04/2024 |
| Applications Accepted Through Date | 03/14/2024 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Information regarding transcripts | |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter | In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ |