Video Coordinator

Position Information

Please provide details within resume or cover letter of how each of the minimum and/or preferred qualifications have been met.

Position Description & Details:

Produce video content to tell the North Dakota State University story. The video coordinator will research projects to determine needs; set up and direct studio and on-location video shoots; operate camera, sound and lighting equipment; and transform raw footage into compelling stories through post-production, editing, mixing and graphics. The videos will be used to generate inquiries, engage prospective and current students/families, connect alumni and solidify community partnerships. In addition to the creation of video content, the video coordinator will manage a video database and the NDSU Official Youtube channel.

This position will assist with project management and will identify the purpose and intended outcomes of projects; ensure content enhances and strengthens understanding of institutional messages; coordinate with internal and external participants; and act as liaison between clients and other members of the marketing team.

Seeking a self-starter who can both work independently as well as collaborate with clients and other members of the creative team. Candidate should have a strong commitment to enforcing brand consistency and possess the ability to educate internal clients about upholding the university's high brand standards.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a variety of video content for channels including web, social media, television and Youtube
• Create storyboards and plan video content
• Operating lighting rigs and design light scenes
• Manage preproduction, production and post-production editing of video projects
• Encode videos for any required format and uploading to media sources
• Collaborate with internal and external sources in the research, preparation and launch of new content
• Consult with internal clients to determine viability of requests and the best course of action to produce and distribute video content
• Organize a video production workflow, including the storage of digital video footage
• Assist with project management of video/digital production
• Continually develop new ideas for video marketing, test and analyze results
• Basic ability to repair/maintain equipment involved in producing media
• Commitment to upholding values of NDSU's strategic plan, especially regarding inclusivity and diversity
• Perform other duties, as assigned

Advertised Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• A.S. degree in a related field, or the equivalent
• 1 year of experience creating and managing video content
• Proven skills with post-production editing software, such as Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Cloud products (Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.)
• Specialized knowledge in non-linear video editing, videography, and video production
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with higher education marketing
• 3-5 years experience creating and managing video content

Applicant Materials Required:

• Cover letter addressing how required qualifications are met
• Resume
• Include a link to a reel of recent samples of video work
• Names and contact information for 3 professional references

Benefits:

NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package with includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university - with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include, wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans.

About Us

North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. Our main campus is located in Fargo, ND with Extension Service and Research Experiment Station locations across the entire state. NDSU has been listed in the Top 100 public research universities in the United States for research and development in agricultural sciences, psychology and social sciences, based on reported research expenditures.

NDSU is an exciting place to work offering a stimulating and diverse environment richly populated with people pursuing life-long learning and personal growth. Employees often attend on-campus cultural events, lectures, athletic events and enjoy walks through our beautiful campus.

NDSU employs over 6000 full-time and part-time employees across the state, making it the second largest employer in the community. NDSU is the best college in ND, according to Money Magazine (September 2018). NDSU was named a 2019 Best Value College by Forbes. Fargo made Livability.com's top 10 list of cities to find a job and ranked at #11 for best places to live overall.

NDSU offers a wide array of professional opportunities including faculty, executive, managerial, professional, technical, paraprofessional, office support, servers and crafts/trades. Like a small city, NDSU operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Full time employees are offered a superb benefit package to include 100% company paid health insurance premiums and tuition assistance for employees and immediate family members. All of us at NDSU play an important role in serving our students and public constituencies. We encourage motivated and talented team members that thrive in a higher-ed environment to join our university!

Mission

We provide transformational education, create knowledge through innovative research, and share knowledge through community engagement that meets the needs of North Dakota and the world.

Additional Information

No Smoking Notice:

As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

EO/AA Statement:

North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable.

Veteran's Preference Notice:

This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran's Preference requirements.