Video Production Specialist

About Us

Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.

Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter where you want to go in your career, you can get there from here!

Position Title Video Production Specialist FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week 20 Work Schedule On-Call Position Salary Range $22.97-$37.38 General Responsibilities

The Video Production Specialist will be responsible for shooting, editing, directing, producing, delivering, and archiving high-quality digital content. Employee is responsible for being the lead videographer for productions. Employee must be able to shoot for continuity-style editing and perform advanced editing and sound mixing. The Video Production Specialist will be responsible for directing remote camera recordings of college and on-campus community events, as well as field and studio productions. Employee will also be responsible for directing Vimeo live stream events and Howard County Government Television (GTV) events.

Work Performed

• Assembles, sets up, and operates studio and field video production equipment including microphones, lights, and cameras to achieve preset goals.

• Performs match frame shooting and continuity editing.

• Edits both long and short form video projects for both picture and sound.

• Directs live and recorded productions.

• Perform basic producing duties from script to screen.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Required Associate's degree Minimum Number of Years Experience Required 3 Other Knowledge Required

• Associates Degree in a related field or equivalent professional television production work experience.

• Minimum 3 years of recent and relevant experience shooting for a recognized facility.

• Must have a creative eye and expert knowledge in composition, exposure, and depth of field. Requires advance knowledge of cameras, shooting formats, file interoperability and lighting. Requires advanced understanding of camera audio recording from a variety of sources.

• 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 cameras, non-linear editors, digital recording solid-state memory storage, tripods, and audio adapters.

• Proficiency in operating audio and video equipment during the recording of studio and location productions. Ability to assemble sets, hang lights, and operate lighting board with a thorough understanding of lighting theory and application.

• A proven track record in computer literacy and the ability to learn video-related software is a must, experience in sound editing.

• Skilled in directing single and multicamera productions.

• Basic knowledge of producing video productions from script to screen.

• Ability to interact effectively with others to determine needs and resolve conflicts. Ability to use initiative for problem solving and working independently. Ability to manage multiple tasks under pressure, make decisions, and adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Working Conditions

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

• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

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

• Regular attendance is a requirement of this job.

• 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.

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