Student Videographer for Marketing

Liberty University, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Liberty University, Inc. is seeking a part-time Student Videographer within the Marketing Department to capture events across campus and build a library of footage that supports the university's mission.

You will work with the video team through the full production process, from planning and shooting to basic post-production using Adobe Creative Suite. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 1–3 years related experience, and a demo reel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 1–3 years related experience; demo reel required for interview.
• Proficient with Apple platform; experienced with Adobe Creative Suite and Adobe Premiere; color grading and motion graphics knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Research: stay updated on technologies, processes, products and industry benchmarks.
• Pre-Production: brainstorm concepts with brand initiatives; attend weekly meetings.
• Production: conduct event-based video production, operate equipment, set up lighting/audio, basic maintenance.
• Post-Production: manage footage, make editorial decisions, color correction, final editing with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Communicate with marketing team for approvals on drafts and proofs.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Apple computer

Adobe Creative Suite

Adobe Premiere

Job description

The Student Videographer position within the Marketing Department works with the video team to produce high quality visual content that documents the history and promotes the mission of Liberty University. Candidates should be familiar with the entire video production process and have an understanding of various camera platforms. Student videographers will primarily focus on event-based video coverage around campus to build up a library of footage and must be able to work events on nights and weekends. Student videographers will also assist on large set productions for athletic intros, branding commercials and testimonials, as well as video editing projects as needed. All candidates must submit a link to their videography demo reel to be considered for the position.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• 1. Research: Remains knowledgeable of existing and emerging technologies, processes, products, services and leading industry performance benchmarks; watches and researches promotional videos and other video productions.
• 2. Pre-Production: Brainstorms and develops video concepts in cooperation with existing University brand initiatives; Attends weekly meetings with production team.
• 3. Production: Conducts event-based video production which involves interacting with clients and operating all video and audio equipment; transports and sets up lighting and audio equipment as required; provides limited troubleshooting and maintenance of field production equipment.
• 4. Post-Production: Plans and performs video post-production tasks which include, sorting and organizing video footage; makes editorial decisions, rough cuts, audio adjustments, color correction, and final editing using Adobe Creative Suite.
• 5. Communicates with marketing team as project is edited; Obtains approval from all individuals involved in each project on drafts and final proofs.

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Qualifications, Credentials, and Competencies

• 1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• 2. Approximately One to Three years of related experience required, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Demo reel of recent relevant work must be submitted to be interviewed for the position.
• 3. Video Production Specialist is proficient in using an Apple computer platform; experienced in using Adobe Creative Suite, and understanding of Adobe Premiere. Knowledge of color grading and motion graphics is preferred.

Time Type Part time Location Onsite Pay Rate Starting at $12.77 Student employees are paid at least the current Virginia minimum wage per hour. Pay may vary by position and department based on job responsibilities, required skills, available funding, and market conditions.

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.

Whatever capacity you work in at Liberty University, you’ll be playing a supportive role in our mission of Training Champions for Christ. Liberty has a wide variety of engaging and challenging positions available that are waiting for committed men and women of integrity just like you. Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971. As one of the nation’s largest Christian universities, Liberty employs a diverse community of faculty, staff, and student professionals who are united by a shared mission and commitment to excellence. Through their dedication and service, Liberty employees help create a collaborative, faith-driven environment that supports meaningful work and lasting impact.