24000002J0 - University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Responsibilities:

• Video production:
  • Produce promotional and other videos for the college by working directly with faculty and staff by writing scripts, developing storyboards, directing, filming, editing, captioning, color correcting, and delivering high-quality, polished video products. This includes independently producing high-level, high-visibility projects that amplify the voice of the college to its global audience.
  • Train and coach video talent, especially those who may not have experience performing on camera, so they can deliver their best takes according to industry best practices and so the video inhabits the level of professionalism expected in the college. Additionally, this person should coach MPR and GEE on what works best on camera and in a video project.
  • Strategize with MPR and GEE to craft video products from inception to delivery and post-delivery data analysis that best engage with target audiences and best align with college strategic goals.
  • Produce video content for multiple platforms: social media, YouTube, internal video services, and others.
  • Operate cameras, teleprompters, lighting, microphones, and other equipment relating to video production; edit video using current software (Adobe Premiere and Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve preferred)
  • Develop visual tone of video and on-screen graphics for live and recorded events as needed
  • Provide video and photography coverage for college meetings, events, workshops, and programs as needed
  • Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve problems as they arise
• Support TEE team in their efforts to produce high quality video content as needed.
  • Assist on video shoots that cover Undergraduate and other college efforts that don't apply to MPR or GEE needs as listed elsewhere. This includes filming, lighting, carrying gear, support, setup, tear down, audio, editing, and other production items as needed.
  • Work with TEE team on improving video production processes, hybrid offerings and online teaching, Virtual Reality and AI efforts, and others.
• Equipment management and care
  • Maintain the organization and setup of equipment, equipment room, studio, and equipment inventory to ensure the necessary recording tools are ready for recording and streaming
  • Configure, troubleshoot, modify, and repair audio visual equipment for live and recorded sessions
  • Maintain list of gear needs as items require updating.

Qualifications:

• Required Qualifications and Experience:
  • 5 years experience in video production
• Desired Qualifications and Experience:
  • 3 years experience in video production in a higher education or marketing setting
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic media, video production, film, or a related field is preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Required:
  • Experience with video production equipment and editing software (Adobe Premiere, Blackmagic DaVinci Resolve)
  • Knowledge of virtual education and collaboration platforms and tools as well as current trends in higher education
  • Ability to work independently with little direction and meet deadlines for multiple projects
  • Ability to train and coach video talent to offer their best performance on camera.
  • Skilled at working with demanding clients and ability to push back where needed to offer best production value for video projects.
  • Knowledge of live broadcast best practices and tools
  • Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed
  • Extensive professional knowledge of video production equipment (cameras, lenses, lighting, microphones, gimbals, etc.) and the ability to operate all with high proficiency in a professional manner either alone or as part of a production crew.
  • Knowledge of on-set best practices for direction, filming, grip, cabling, and others.
  • Skilled with editing for video production and knowledge of best practices.
  • Knowledge of best practices for archiving footage and maintaining project files.
• Preferred:
  • Preference will be given to candidates with 3 years’ experience and a Bachelor’s degree in video production in a higher education or marketing setting with a proven portfolio of work that demonstrates technical prowess and quality.
  • Additional consideration to be made for candidates with 4 years of video production experience and an Associate’s degree or 6 years of video production experience and no degree.
  • Knowledge of higher education best practices in online education and extensive knowledge of video production and editing software are preferred.
  • Ability to manage a video production studio and related equipment as well as the ability to produce motion graphics for use in video production are preferred as well.
  • Ability to execute very high quality video production with little oversight is a must.

Application Process:

The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled.

Interested individuals should provide a cover letter addressing professional experience relevant to each required minimum qualification, a resume, and complete contact information for 3 professional references.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment visa status.