Video Content Creator

Columbia University; Morningside Heights (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University seeks a Video Content Creator to lead video and audio production, including planning, recording, and editing. This role requires managing equipment and optimizing workflows to deliver high-quality content for various platforms. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Film or multimedia production with 2-4 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in video production.
• Proficiency with professional equipment like cameras and lighting.
• Experience producing short-form videos for social media platforms.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a videographer and editor; enhance projects with motion graphics.
• Collaborate to produce media for platforms like YouTube and TikTok.
• Maintain production equipment and workflows for efficiency.

Skills

Video editing

Sound design

Motion graphics

Communication

Organization

Digital storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Film or related field

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Creative Suite

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

• Job Type: Officer of Administration
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Hours Per Week: 35
• Salary Range: $70,000 - $89,000

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

The Video Content Creator, reporting to the Executive Director of Video Services and Production, will administer all aspects of video and audio production, including pre-production planning, on-location recordings, editing, and distribution of content. This role involves managing studio and production equipment, supporting high-quality video content creation for various platforms. The incumbent will act as a videographer, camera operator, and editor, while also maintaining video production equipment and media libraries to ensure seamless operations.

Responsibilities

• Operate as a videographer and editor, enhancing projects with motion graphics, sound design, and animation.
• Collaborate with content teams to produce media tailored for platforms like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and strategic marketing and communications.
• Incorporate emerging tools, including AI, for innovative content creation and editing.
• Maintain and optimize production equipment and workflows to improve efficiency.
• Document production processes and manage media assets and metadata effectively.
• Contribute video content to university communication campaigns by generating creative content ideas.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Film, Video, multimedia production, digital storytelling, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 2-4 years of experience in video production and content creation.
• Proficiency with professional equipment, such as cameras, lighting, and microphones.
• Expertise in software like Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop).
• Experience producing short-form videos for social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
• Strong skills in video editing, color correction, sound design, and motion graphics.
• Familiarity with both desktop production systems, as well as web and mobile technologies.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience integrating AI tools into content creation workflows.
• Proven ability to meet tight deadlines in high-pressure environments.
• Success collaborating with interdisciplinary teams on communication projects.

Other Requirements

• Edit video, graphics, and photo content using Final Cut Pro X or Adobe Creative DaVinci Resolve.
• Create and manage written and visual content for social media platforms.
• Ensure proper archiving of content and posting of video transcriptions online.
• Support multi-camera recordings and live-streaming projects, ensuring technical quality.
• Stay updated on advancements in digital trends, including AR/VR, live-streaming, video recording, and AI technologies.
• Maintain professional interactions with clients, talent, and crew to represent the organization effectively.

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