Videographer

Coe College - Cedar Rapids, IA

Full-time - Entry Level

Cedar Rapids, IA

1,001-5,000 employees

Educational Services

About the position

Coe College seeks qualified candidates for the position of Videographer. This position is a combination of creative spirit and technical aptitude. Not only will the videographer shoot and edit content, but will also be an active participant in ideation, planning, and storyboarding video. The primary audience will be prospective students, but can include other key stakeholders as well. The ability to create compelling and engaging stories within the established brand identity and guidelines is paramount, and will be done in collaboration with other members of the marketing team. This is a full-time, 12-month benefit eligible position that requires weekend and evening hours as needed. Essential Job Responsibilities include conceptualizing, shooting, and editing photos and video for marketing and recruiting purposes, which will be used on the Coe College website, distributed via email, and utilized on social media. The videographer will collaborate with other campus offices as needed in the overall promotion of Coe College. They will also shoot and edit video of campus events and events in the Cedar Rapids community as needed, including weekends, evenings, and spontaneous events. Maintaining an organized video and photo library and general database of projects is crucial. Additionally, the videographer will contribute to maintaining and advancing the overall image and marketing materials of the College and participate in campus visit programs as assigned. Working with student video staff as assigned is also part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize, shoot, and edit photos and video for marketing and recruiting purposes.
• Collaborate with other campus offices in the overall promotion of Coe College.
• Shoot and edit video of campus events and events in the Cedar Rapids community as needed.
• Maintain an organized video and photo library and general database of projects.
• Contribute to maintaining and advancing the overall image and marketing materials of the College.
• Participate in campus visit programs as assigned.
• Work with student video staff as assigned.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3-5 years of professional experience with the creation of promotional videos, photography, or other relevant experience.
• Work experience in higher education is desired.
• Successful completion of a background and driver checks in accordance with Coe College policy.
• Business classification drone registration with the Federal Aviation Administration or the ability to successfully obtain registration within the first 90 days of employment.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States as visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Nice-to-haves

• Photography experience is desirable.
• Demonstrated desire for continuous improvement, including the ability to accept and implement constructive feedback.

Benefits

• Full-time, 12-month benefit eligible position.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and diverse team atmosphere.
• Access to cultural and recreational opportunities in Cedar Rapids.