Video Production Manager

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Winthrop University seeks a Video Production Manager to lead visual storytelling across marketing, admissions, fundraising and internal comms. You will direct shoots, edit content, and manage the full production lifecycle to deliver high-quality videos that align with branding.

Responsibilities include developing concepts, scripts, and shot lists; overseeing post-production; and maintaining equipment and digital assets. Requires a bachelor’s degree and 3 years of videography experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field and relevant experience.
• Three years of videography experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Premiere Pro, After Effects and Photoshop.
• Extensive knowledge of cameras, lighting and audio equipment, and post-production.

Responsibilities

• Directs, captures, and edits high-quality video content for web, social, and broadcast.
• Develops concepts, scripts, storyboards, and shot lists for campaigns.
• Manages full production lifecycle including schedules and on-location shoots.
• Oversees post-production: editing, color, and motion graphics.
• Ensures content aligns with branding and quality standards.
• Maintains equipment, archiving, and asset management.
• Stays current with industry trends and supports events as needed.

Skills

Visual storytelling

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Copywriting

Videography experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in videography/film production/media arts/journalism/mass communication or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

DSLR/Mirrorless/Cinema cameras

Lighting & Audio equipment

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Video Production Manager leads the university’s visual storytelling efforts by creating high-impact video content for marketing, social media, admissions, fundraising and internal communications. This position develops, coordinates, directs, shoots, edits and produces compelling video projects that promote Winthrop University’s brand, support marketing and enrollment objectives, and engage diverse audiences. The Video Production Manager oversees all phases of production, from concept development through post-production, while ensuring content aligns with university branding and quality standards.

• Directs, captures, and edits high-quality, engaging video content for web, social media, broadcast and other digital platforms to promote Winthrop University.
• Develops creative concepts, scripts, storyboards and shot lists to support marketing, communications and promotional campaigns.
• Manages full production lifecycle, including production schedules, project timelines, on-location filming, lighting and sound recording.
• Oversees post-production, including editing, color grading and motion graphics.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive visual content strategy aligned with university goals.
• Ensures all content adheres to brand guidelines and visual identity.
• Advises, manages, maintains, and secures high-value video and photography equipment and oversees the organization, maintenance, and archiving of video content and digital assets.
• Retrieves and transmits visual files in multiple formats.
• Stays current with industry trends and technologies.
• Attends and supports events as requested.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Three years of videography experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including Premier Pro, After Effects and Photoshop.
• Extensive knowledge of using professional cameras (DSLR/mirrorless/cinema), lighting, and audio equipment.
• Proficiency in video shooting and post-production editing techniques/standards.
• Strong visual storytelling and composition skills.
• Proven video production and editing skills demonstrated through a portfolio of high-quality work.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong computer and technical videography skills required to organize, maintain, and preserve digital archives.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental representatives, editors and designers to meet project deadlines.
• Ability to write engaging copy.

• Bachelor’s degree in videography, film production, media arts, journalism, mass communication or related field.
• Videography experience in higher education or an agency setting.

Travel/Overtime Requirements: Occasional evenings and weekends.

Annual Salary/Hiring Range: $58,656 - $69,007; actual salary depends on qualifications.

Telecommuting: Employees are not eligible for telecommuting/remote work during their 12-month probationary period. After that time, certain positions may be eligible for telecommuting/remote work at the discretion of the supervisor and in accordance with Winthrop policies.