What are the responsibilities and job description for the Videographer position at University of Colorado?
Videographer
University Advancement
Elevate Your Career at UCCS: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!
Who We Are
The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seeking a Videographer to join our team! UCCS offers a diverse and inclusive learning environment that fosters innovation, growth, and the holistic development of its students.
At the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.
Salary Range: $43,476 - $49,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications. This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.
Work Location: On-site/Hybrid eligible
Benefits at a Glance
At UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We're proud to offer:
- Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.
- Robust Health Coverage: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.
- Financial & Retirement Benefits: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.
- Further Your Education: Avail nine waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.
- Wellness & More: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.
- Want to know your total compensation? Use our calculator to get the complete picture!
Summary
University Advancement professionals build various levels of support and affinity for the institution through a coordinated effort as part of the university's primary outreach to the community and region. This includes building support and funding through community engagement and alumni outreach efforts, attendance at key events, representation on important initiatives and the creation of partnerships supporting the university's mission. UCCS Marketing and Communications helps move UCCS forward by advancing the image and reputation of the university and telling its story to key audiences. Team members build relationships with faculty, staff, students, alumni and donors to mine content that is expressed across a variety of communications platforms. The department handles branding, marketing, advertising, email marketing, web content development, strategic communications planning, media relations, issues/crisis communications, internal communications and digital and social media. Marketing and Communications collaborates with colleagues in the university’s six colleges, administrative units as well as at other CU campuses and the CU Office of the President. The Videographer resides within the Video Production Department of the University of Colorado Colorado Springs. The Videographer is responsible for providing video production support for the Video Production Department.
Essential Functions
The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Provide video production support within the department for live and non-linear post production.
- Discuss media production needs with clients to determine program content and structure.
- Produce programs: conduct interviews; manage talent; serve as producer, editor, videographer, and/or audio/lighting specialist.
- Assist in upkeep of the office, studio, production truck, gear, production set and properties.
- Manage student crew and assist in training students in the field for live streamed or broadcasted events.
- Work with engineer to set up or manage remote multicamera productions and support live sporting events, which can be non-typical hours on weekends and evenings.
- Work with the program manager and office students to produce video packages within deadlines.
- Producing commercials, news-type video packages, and other assigned marketing material.
- Shoot and build Broll library as a resource for the department and University.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in a discipline appropriate to the position is required by start date. Substitution: Year-for-year experience will be considered as a substitution for the degree.
- Related experience in the field is required.
- Valid driver’s license is required.
- Experience in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite is preferred.
- Professional experience in a live production environment is preferred.
Tentative Search Timeline
- Priority will be given to applications submitted by: February 18, 2025
- Potential interview dates: February 19-21, 2025
- Potential start date: Week of March 3-14
UCCS is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
In accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.
Salary : $43,476 - $49,000
