Videographer

Fulltime

Salary Range: $68k-$73k per year

Location: Hybrid

Target Fill Date: July 29, 2024

Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design (RMCAD) is seeking a full-time Videographer at our vibrant campus in Lakewood, Colorado. This will be a hybrid position, with a minimum of 2 days per week on campus plus event attendance, as needed this could be on some weekends. The videographer will be an accomplished visual storyteller, communicator, and collaborator.

This position will report to the Vice President of Marketing and work closely with the Marketing and Communications team to plan, coordinate, shoot, and edit videos for the RMCAD website, social media, advertising, admissions, and events. The position will also use technical expertise to film engaging content for live streamed events, improving the online event experience for students and the public. It will also require occasional photography work and will serve as a backup to the primary RMCAD Photographer as needed.

When this job is performed well, the following results will be created:

This person will use video and motion graphics to build awareness and support marketing and admissions with authentic content that communicates the value of receiving an education from RMCAD and enhances the student experience.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to plan, coordinate, shoot, and edit videos for a variety of uses (advertising, admissions, social media, website, etc).
• Produce motion graphics and build into video production.
• Work alongside the marketing team to develop and implement content, from the brainstorming phase through production.
• Work with the Social Media Coordinator to interview students, alumni, faculty, and staff and develop compelling stories.
• Develop narrative videos that authentically reflect the RMCAD brand and student experience.
• Conduct interviews while filming.
• Manage RMCAD’s YouTube channel and develop content for Tiktok.
• Produce and maintain short informational videos (programs, admissions, financial aid, etc.)
• Ensure all videos meet the latest accessibility and legal guidelines.
• Work on tight deadlines to deliver content quickly when needed.
• Run video content through the internal review process.
• Maintain a library of videos and photography.
• Maintain video equipment and recommend updating or replacement when needed.
• Attend and film events and ceremonies.
• Collaborate with IT to develop a strategy and implement a process to improve the online experience for live streamed events.
• Serve as a back-up for the staff photographer, when needed.
• Behaviors and Attitudes reflect RMCAD's Mission, Vision, and Values. Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in videography, photography, arts and media, or a related field.
• A minimum of 4 years of experience as a professional videographer.
• Knowledge of social media best practices.
• Expertise with Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator as needed. Adobe Creative Cloud editing tools.
• Portfolio of video work.
• Excellent attention to detail and collaboration/communication skills.
• Ability to work as a team player in a fast-paced environment.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in higher education.
  
  
  

Special Information:

• This position will be hybrid and located in Lakewood, CO.
• Less than 10% travel will be required.
• A video and photography portfolio is required for consideration.
  
  
  

About RMCAD

Rocky Mountain College of Art Design (RMCAD) is an innovative, rigorous, and community-oriented global learning environment that inspires passion for critical thinking and prepares learners to be forces of change in the creative industries, our communities, and the world. RMCAD was established in 1963 by Philip J. Steele, who had a vision to provide students with a quality higher education in art and design. RMCAD continues to experience growth since its comparatively modest beginnings and now thrives on a lush, historic campus including more than 23 acres of land and 16 buildings. We are also pioneers in the online learning environment for art and design. RMCAD currently has over 1,400 students enrolled.

RMCAD is dedicated to living its mission and values, specifically that “Our students come first.” The college continuously works with faculty and staff towards developing an evolving student-ready paradigm. RMCAD is dedicated to diversity and inclusion and maintains a policy of inclusiveness that recognizes values and reflects the diversity of the community it serves. The college fosters a dynamic learning and working environment that encourages multiple perspectives and the free exchange of ideas. We welcome people from a multitude of backgrounds who are committed to creativity, academic excellence, societal and cultural evolution and betterment, civility, mutual respect, social justice, and the free and open exchange of ideas.

Our Benefits

• Hybrid work environment
• Time Off Package including paid vacation, sick and holidays (7 Most Observed, Birthday, & December Gift Holidays)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Basic Life & AD&D
• Short & Long Term Disability
• 401k employer match
• Tuition Assistance
• Other Voluntary Benefits Offered
  
  
  

Rocky Mountain College of Art Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer