Video Producer

Video Producer

Salary range: $85,000 - $90,000
Work environment: Flexible-hybrid

Overview
The Video Producer is a part of the University Marketing Communications department, and is an important member of the Creative Services team. The University Marketing Communications department is responsible for raising the profile of the University of Minnesota and promoting University initiatives, education, research and community engagement. The Creative Services team provides a full range of creative services including design, writing, and multimedia creative and production, and serves as the main storytelling service for the University of Minnesota Twin Cities through its web and social media channels.

The Video Producer plays an essential role in supporting and advancing the reputation of the University of Minnesota, by producing video and other multimedia storytelling formats to highlight the University's education, research, and community engagement initiatives. The Videographer will join a team of visual storytellers to bring to life engaging and inspiring stories that further the University's strategic priorities.

This is role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a creative and collaborative team setting, and enjoys creating bold and imaginative multimedia content. The University of Minnesota offers a dynamic environment where your expertise can contribute to advancing the reputation of one of America's leading research universities.

Specifically, the Video Producer will have responsibility for the following:

Multimedia, Video Development and Execution

• Works with the project team to conceptualize, plan, coordinate, and complete video and multimedia projects that tell the stories of the University for use on websites, in presentations, and for special projects.
• Develops and builds multimedia productions ranging from editorial video productions, mixed media productions, and motion graphic animations.
• Interacts directly with partners, team members, project managers, and Creative Services Director to plan and schedule video shoots.
• Explores creative and technical options as it relates to the multimedia project, schedules production activity, coordinates lighting and audio, and provides technical direction on video shoots.
• Plans and performs video post-production tasks which includes reviewing footage, making and collaborating on editorial decisions, producing rough cuts, audio adjustment, color correction, and final editing using Adobe software.
• Applies computer graphics and special effects for video post-production in accordance with the overall production concepts.
• Consults with graphic and multimedia designers to make video products available in a variety of formats, and coordinates internal and external duplication services as the need arises.
• Works with sophisticated video equipment and software programs.
• Coordinates with the Account Services team to ensure transcribing and captioning meet standards for accessible transcribing and captioning.

Project Management

• Follows established University Relations and Creative Services processes.
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Works with production companies if a project requires outside vendor assistance.
• Stay current on project management and video trends.

Multimedia and Video Asset Management

• Handles b-roll requests and regularly updates the University's photo and video library.
• Develops University-wide branded assets for other video producers (UR communication resources).

Equipment Management

• Maintains, repairs and troubleshoots equipment.
• Archives video footage in an accessible/organized format.
• Inventories and orders supplies to ensure an adequate quantity are on hand when needed.
• Schedules shoots; sets up and operates cameras, lighting equipment, teleprompter, wireless microphones, and other audio equipment; films segment; and monitors and adjusts equipment during recording/taping sessions.
• Collaborates with the video project team on set.

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in communications, journalism, marketing, art or related field.
• At least four years of video and audio production or broadcasting experience.
• Experience with video production software such as Adobe Premiere.
• Ability to travel to on-site video shoots, both within the Twin Cities metro and across the state of Minnesota.
• Ability to attend key meetings or events on the Twin Cities campus as necessary.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with editorial, marketing and other impacted teams to deliver outcomes, capture ideas and understand needs.
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, techniques, technology and standards of video production and shot composition.
• Skilled at creative storytelling and use of innovative techniques.
• Proficient in planning, researching, scripting, blocking, organizing, storyboarding, editing, lighting, and staging video productions.
• Skilled in crafting digital video effects.
• Ability to stay current on new technologies.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to balance multiple tasks and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to meet deadlines and provide outstanding customer service.
• Ability to be flexible and able to work as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Five years of video and audio production or broadcasting experience.
• Experience with animation software such as Adobe After Effects.
• Experience with and an interest in use of AI tools in video production.
• Knowledge of animation principles and visual design.
• Experience with professionally managing talent and leadership in video production situations, including coaching of line delivery.
• Experience ensuring that video productions meet the highest accessibility standards.
• Exceptional project management skills.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Familiarity with a higher education setting.

Pay Range: $85,000 - $90,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To complete your application, please include a resume and cover letter. Candidates may be requested to share samples from their portfolio. Finalists will be asked to provide references.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

The Twin Cities campus is in the heart of a dynamic metro area that is a global economic leader, an education and culture hub, and renowned for its abundant natural resources. The Minneapolis-St. Paul metro is home to the fourth-largest concentration of Fortune 500 companies nationwide and thriving entrepreneurial and small business sectors. Ranked as one of the country's leading "creative economies," the Twin Cities is renowned for its arts and nonprofit sectors, as well as many lakes, parks, and a wealth of recreational and entertainment opportunities. Spanning locations in both Minneapolis and St. Paul, the University of Minnesota Twin Cities straddles the Mississippi River and adjoins a national park.

The University is an anchor institution for a globally competitive region and state with notable strengths in areas critical to today's knowledge economy-including biosciences, medical devices, and agriculture and food production. The campus is also located in an increasingly diverse region, with 11 federally-recognized tribal nations, the largest urban Native American population in the country, and growing African American, Latino and Chicano, and Asian American populations.

The Twin Cities campus is located on traditional, ancestral and contemporary lands of Indigenous people. The University resides on Dakota land ceded in the Treaties of 1837 and 1851. The University acknowledges this place has a complex and layered history and is committed to ongoing efforts to recognize, support and advocate for American Indian Nations and peoples.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).