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Position Title Social Media Video Producer and Editor FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week 20-25 Work Schedule Variable, M-F between 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Position Salary Range $20 General Responsibilities

Reporting to the Public Relations Manager, the Hourly Social Media Video Producer and Editor is responsible for utilizing written and visual storytelling skills to create dynamic and compelling content on the college's social media channels. This position collaborates with faculty and staff across the college to find content ideas and seek ideas from news and social media accounts of key external and internal stakeholders, higher education industry, local leaders, and regional peer and the competitor institutions. The Hourly Social Media Producer and Editor aligns work with the college's public relations and marketing strategic plan and assists with developing and maintaining the college's vision for social media. This position researches story ideas, shoots and edits high-quality HD videos for social media and for use on the college's television station, and crafts social media posts. This position is also responsible for creative and engaging content that connects with and grows followers on social media.

Work Performed

* Develop written content and videos that align with the public relations and marketing strategic plan, which will achieve goals of engaging and growing audiences across all social media platforms. Assist with social media campaigns. Identify, create, and post videos and related content appropriate for each social media platform. Content may also be used on the college website.

* Work with PR Manager to build production schedules as needed to meet deadlines on time and on budget.

* Assembles and operates video production equipment, including microphones, lights, and camera, on location and in the field. As needed, this position may help with television studio shoots.

* Coordinates with television and radio to reserve equipment, studios, editing and additional crew as needed. Edits both long and short form video projects for social media and broadcast.

* Shoot high-quality HD video content for continuity-style editing.

* Perform advanced editing and sound mixing in non-linear shooting and editing HD environment.

* Edit longer-form television and radio programs produced by Dragon Digital Media into shorter videos for use on social media.

* Maintain awareness and understanding of social media best practices.

* Conduct interviews and create videos for use on social media.

* Make recommendations for improving or adjusting tactics to achieve desired social media results.

Minimum Education Required Minimum Number of Years Experience Required Other Knowledge Required

* Associate degree in a related field or equivalent professional television production, videography, editing and social media work experience.

* Minimum three years of recent and relevant videographer experience.

* Experience shooting, editing, and posting content on a wide variety of social media platforms.

* Demonstrated success in creating and posting engaging social media video content.

* Must have a creative eye and expert knowledge in composition, exposure, and depth of field. Requires advanced knowledge of cameras, shooting formats, file interoperability and lighting, and camera audio recording.

* Advanced knowledge of non-linear editing and the ability to work in a mixed platform environment.

* Excellent knowledge of and hands-on operational experience with video production equipment, including but not limited to cameras, non-linear editors, digital recording solid-state memory storage, tripods, audio adapters, etc.

* Proven track record in using video editing software.

* Ability to use initiative for problem solving and working independently. Ability to manage multiple tasks, make decisions, and adapt quickly to changing priorities.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

* Valid driver's license with a good driving record.

* Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

* Problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.

* Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.

* Performs all duties while considering the impact of any actions on the college's sustainability initiatives in the areas of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Night and/or weekend work may be necessary. Anticipate occasional travel. Must be able to lift 25lbs and place on cart 4" off the ground.

Working Conditions Division Vice President of External Affairs, Communications, & Advancement Department Public Relations & Marketing