Videographer

Paycom; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Grace Church in Eden Prairie, MN seeks a dedicated Videographer to join the Communications Department. You will plan, film, edit and deliver video content for Sundays, events, and church-wide communications, blending storytelling with technical skill.

You should be proficient with Adobe Creative Cloud tools (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator) and capture high-quality audio/video across studio, worship, and field shoots. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, video production or filmmaking.
• 2+ years of video editing or digital storytelling experience.
• Proficiency with cameras, lighting, audio, and editing software (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Davinci Resolve or similar).
• Strong understanding of composition, lighting, sound, pacing and visual storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Plan, film, edit and deliver videos for Sundays and special events and church communications.
• Coordinate pre-production for video projects, including interviews and on-site shoots.
• Maintain video files, assets, and equipment; ensure professional production quality.
• Support Sundays and weekend services with video coverage as needed.
• Collaborate with staff, volunteers, and ministry leaders.

Skills

Video storytelling

Video production

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in marketing/communications/video production/filmmaking

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

DaVinci Resolve

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Eden Prairie Campus - EDEN PRAIRIE, MN, Salary Range: $60000.00 - $65000.00Salary/year,

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Videographer is part of the Communications Department at Grace Church and is tasked with creating compelling video content. This role is responsible for planning, filming, editing and delivering videos for all Sundays and special events, and church-wide communications. The ideal candidate combines creative storytelling with strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a heart for serving the church. This position reports to the Sr. Director of Communications and works in partnership with the Director of Creative Arts.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Collaborate with ministry and communications team on the development and production of creative video projects that support the mission and vision of church priorities.
• Film and edit testimonies, promotional videos, event recaps, ministry stories and social media videos.
• Capture high-quality video and audio in studio, worship, event and on location settings.
• Coordinate pre-production process for video projects to ensure production is executed efficiently and professionally, including coordination of all interviews / on-site video shoots and set design. (use of lighting, sets, furniture and font packages).
• Direct and build creative elements for all “special” video projects, including new series branding/bumpers and social media-specific elements.
• Display strong time management skills with attention to deadlines.
• Display strong graphic design and animation skills, with an understanding of Adobe Creative Cloud. Must be highly proficient in Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator, as well as any additional software tools deemed necessary in the future.
• Organize and maintain video files, project archives, footage, music licenses and digital assets.
• Maintain cameras, lighting, audio equipment and related video production tools.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while actively communicating with team members.
• Provide video support for Sundays, special events, holidays, and weekend services as needed.
• Safely transport, set up, tear down, and properly store production equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: PROFESSIONAL AND SPIRITUAL EXPECTATIONS

• Education Required: Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in marketing, communications, video production or filmmaking.
• 2+ years of experience in video editing or digital storytelling.
• Proficiency with professional cameras, lighting, audio equipment, and editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, DaVinci Resolve, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of composition, lighting, sound, pacing, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to translate ministry goals into clear and engaging video concepts.
• Strong organizational, communication, and project-management skills.
• Ability to receive feedback and collaborate effectively with staff, volunteers, and ministry leaders.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Preferred Qualifications: Other certificates or specialty training related to video production (animation, graphic design, etc.).
• A portfolio or video reel demonstrating relevant experience preferred.
• Experience in a church, ministry, nonprofit, or live-production environment is beneficial.
• Exhibits a meaningful and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior as evidenced by the manifestation of the fruit of the Holy Spirit.
• Has demonstrated skills in relating to and collaborating with people, especially volunteers, church staff, the congregation and others, within a team environment.
• Has demonstrated a spiritual capacity and heart willingness to view this ministry as being a ministry unto the Lord, by serving the body of Grace Church.
• Compatibility with the Grace Church Mission, Vision, Values, and Priorities and a lifestyle appropriate to a person in Christian ministry.