Videographer and Editor

University of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 79,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland is seeking a Videographer and Editor to craft visual stories that support institutional objectives. The role combines audio-video storytelling, motion graphics, and field production across campus events and campaigns.

The successful candidate will edit long- and short-form videos, shoot on-site content, conduct interviews, and coordinate with partners to ensure timely publication and brand consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of experience in a related field.
• Other work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis up to four years.

Responsibilities

• Edit video using various post-production methods for long and short-form projects.
• Understand the full video production process from concept to delivery.
• Edit with Adobe Premiere Pro and color-correct footage.
• Design motion graphics with After Effects and Photoshop.
• Assist with captions, thumbnails, and metadata management.
• Manage storage, archiving, and equipment maintenance.
• Contribute to field production tasks including site surveys and interviews.

Skills

Video editing

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Storytelling

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Photoshop

Color grading software

Job description

The Videographer and Editor will play a key role in creating visual stories that support the University of Maryland's strategic mission and advance institutional objectives. The Office of Marketing and Communications produces a wide range of branded content, commercials, mini-docs, promotional and fundraising videos, social media content, and live events. The Videographer and Editor is a creative and technical role that requires audio-video storytelling, motion graphics expertise and field production skills. They must have an excellent creative eye, the ability to tell engaging stories, and an understanding of modern editing techniques, styles and trends.

We are looking for a self-starter who can bring enthusiasm and new ideas for content creation. Although most work will happen during business hours, this position may need to help with last minute updates to make publication deadlines or to cover after-hours events like Commencement.

Responsibilities

• Video Editing
  • Apply various methods of post-production creative editing to complete long and short form video projects.
  • Complete understanding of the video production process to include a familiarity of conceptualizing, scripting, filming and editing.
  • Video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro.
  • Color correct video footage using Premiere or other color grading software.
  • Design motion graphics and other effects using After Effects and Photoshop.
  • Assist with captions, thumbnail development and other aspects to increase impact.
  • Manage storage and archiving of footage and projects, including detailed metadata.
  • Supervise and provide maintenance of video editing hardware and software.
• Videography
  • Produce video content for numerous platforms including the web, social media, and television by collecting clean audio (both interviews and natural sound), compelling high-quality video and memorable moments.
  • Complete tasks as needed and assigned in all areas of field production to include: idea development, site surveys, location scouting, equipment transportation, set up audio, lighting, and cameras.
  • Conduct interviews in the field.
  • Cover events and capture general campus B-roll.
  • Ability to work solo and on a team in the field.
• Project Management/Office Duties
  • Assist in all aspects of video production including supporting file management.
  • Perform general office support including updates to the project management system and making inventory orders.
  • Coordinate with campus partners and outside vendors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Experience: Three (3) years of experience in related field.
• Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of organizational principles and time management practices.
• Skill in project management, including planning, coordinating, tracking progress, and ensuring successful completion of initiatives within established timelines.
• Skill in verbal and written communication to clearly convey information, prepare correspondence, and interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze complex information, identify issues, and evaluate options.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain a high level of attention to detail.

Additional Job Details

Preferences: N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to carry and transport heavy camera equipment across campus locations. Ability to move from location to location quickly, either by foot or by vehicle.

Job Risks

Not Applicable to This Position

Financial Disclosure Required

No For more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website .

Department

PRES-Office of Marketing and Communications

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Regular

Salary Range

$79,200 - $86,000

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that