Posting Details

Position Number:

106741

Title:

Specialist

Functional Title:

Video Editor

Category Status:

33-Exempt Regular

Applicant Search Category:

Staff

University Authorized FTE:

1.000

Unit:

VPUR-Strategic Communications

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship institution in the University System of Maryland. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation's legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation's capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The Video Editor will play a key role in structuring visual stories that support the University of Maryland's strategic mission and advance institutional objectives. The Office of Strategic Communications produces a wide range of branded content, commercials, mini-docs, promotional and fundraising videos, social media, and live events. Many of the videos produced serve a meaningful purpose and promote social change. The Video Editor is a creative and technical role that requires audio-video storytelling, motion graphics expertise and on-set production assistant skills. The editor 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.

**Five work samples with a description of your specific role is required. Provide as website, YouTube or Vimeo link (uploaded as supplemental document 1).

Minimum Qualifications:

Education (include licenses, certifications, etc.):
A Bachelor's degree is required. A degree in the following areas Digital Media Production, Video Production, or Film Production is preferred.

Experience:
Minimum of five years experience video editing, color grading, sound design, and creating motion graphics.

Advanced knowledge and experience with Adobe Creative Cloud and plugins including: Premiere Pro, Prelude, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator and Red Giant plugin suites

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrated proficiency in video editing, animation, motion graphics, color grading, sound design, and video compression codecs (specifically: .mov, and .mp4)
Ability to think strategically and creatively to support the objectives of specific projects.
Possess a strong work ethic, positive attitude and ability to handle multiple tasks on short timelines.
Ability to prioritize competing demands and work requirements.
Ability to work as a part of a creative team and to think of new out-of-the box approaches.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to recognize and take action upon new opportunities and projects.
Ability to take direction during the editing process.

Preferences:

Additional Certifications:

Additional Information:

Physical Demands of the Position: Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. May be called upon to assist carrying and set-up of video production equipment to campus locations.

For best consideration, please apply by Tuesday, June 12, 2018.

Five work samples with a description of your specific role is required. Provide as website, YouTube or Vimeo link. This should be uploaded as Supplemental Document 1.

Benefits offered: The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 22 Days Annual Leave; 15 Days Sick Leave; 3 Days Personal Leave; 15 Paid Holidays; Tuition Remission; Health, Dental, Vision and Prescription coverage.

Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA . No Visa sponsorship is offered for this position.

Posting Date:

05/29/2018

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

06/12/2018

Physical Demands

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. May be called upon to assist carrying and set-up of video production equipment to campus locations.

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.


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