Video Production Assistant

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music is seeking a Video Production Assistant to support Berklee Online projects by editing video content and managing digital assets. You will work with the video team through full production cycles, from editing to archiving, while maintaining file organization and assisting with shoots.

The role offers remote work with some on‑campus studio opportunities, and is ideal for a student seeking two semesters of part‑time employment while expanding video editing and

Qualifications

• Well organized with excellent communication and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Google Suite and file management tools.
• Ability to edit video and assist with postproduction workflows.

Responsibilities

• Edit video using ScreenFlow and other software; manage digital files and select thumbnails.
• Export, upload and revise edits based on feedback from Video Producer; maintain asset backups and archiving.
• Assist with video shoots; help with closed caption editing and asset tracking.

Skills

Video editing

Organization

Communication

Attention to detail

Audio editing

Tools

Google Sheets

Google Suite

Airtable

Job description

Eligibility

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements: Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee. Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre‑registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters. Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN). Remain in \"valid\" Visa status as applicable. A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester. Federal Work Study student may apply. In good disciplinary standing. Must be located in the U.S. For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se.

Video Production Assistant

This includes work with Berklee Online, the largest and most celebrated online music college in the world. The position offers the proper candidate the opportunity to be involved in Berklee College of Music’s educational offerings through the production and creation of video content for courses and other projects. The successful candidate will help the video team take projects through the full video production lifecycle. They will edit various stages of video projects, and make revisions, based on review input from the project’s Video Producer, as well as assist with the file management, backups, and archiving of assets. The candidate will also help with video shoots as needed. This is an excellent opportunity to expand your background in video editing techniques and production. For examples of our work, go to the Berklee Online YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/berkleemusic/videos) to see some sample media.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Edit video using ScreenFlow and other editing software, manage digital files, and select stills from video for thumbnail display. Export edits from the above work, upload them to an online collaboration platform for review, and make revisions on those edits as requested, according to tasks assigned by the Video Producers. Assist the Senior Digital Asset Manager with video backup, archiving, asset tracking, and data management, including closed caption editing.

Required Skills and Knowledge

This position requires someone who is very well organized, has excellent communication skills, and has a strong attention to detail. We will train the selected candidate in all the necessary areas. We would prefer a candidate committed to at least two semesters. Time commitment per week is flexible. This is primarily a remote work position, with some on‑campus studio and location work, as needed. Highly efficient in digital file management and asset organization. Familiarity with Google Suite, particularly Google Sheets. Should be able to assist with transporting equipment to location sites, if needed.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge

Basic demonstrated video production and postproduction experience. Basic video editing Audio editing Airtable.

Application Materials

Resume Cover Letter Include links to any relevant video production work—if available—and describe your role in each production.

Hourly Rate

$16.97

Hiring Manager

Andrea Bresnahan

If you are looking to get involved with the Berklee community while earning some money, you may want to consider applying for student employment. The Student Employment program provides opportunities for you to work part-time on campus, thereby helping you to meet some of your living expenses. With more than 900 positions ranging from 10 to 15 hours of work per week, as well as daily opportunities for project-based temporary employment, student employment is a great opportunity for professional and educational growth.