Associate Director / Creative Video

About the role

The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics is seeking an Associate Director / Creative Video to join the Brand Advancement team. Guided by the motto "Ut Prosim (That I May Serve)," the department aims to foster a culture that values all individuals and their contributions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key stakeholders in the strategy, creation, conceptualization, planning and execution of video and digital content for Virginia Tech Athletics.
• Deliver personalized, significant, and unexpected experiences to all Virginia Tech fans.
• Present Hokies' student-athletes' stories in the best way possible.
• Primary videographer for the Virginia Tech Women's Basketball program.
• Serve as the student assistant oversight for select sports.
• Work with a team of 15-plus creative students, contributing to their development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with significant video experience, or a master's degree.
• Strong storytelling skills and experience.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting, while also being self-motivated and organized.
• Substantial experience producing a variety of videos including, but not limited to, daily social videos, hype videos, recruiting content, intro videos, and promotional materials.
• Relevant experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cinema-style and DSLR cameras.
• Experience with professional lighting systems.
• Ability to work outside of typical business hours as needed, potentially including, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to edit according to tight deadlines, scripts, and brand guidelines.
• Ability to work independently and seamlessly with separate teams from Brand Advancement, Revenue, and Productions & Multimedia.
• Excellent communication & organizational skills.
• Online portfolio/reel demonstrating expertise in shooting and editing.
• Working knowledge of NCAA rules.
• Functional knowledge of technology and industry trends.
• Experience writing scripts.
• Experience with in-venue video production.

Pay, Benefits, and Schedule

$52,000 per year. Overtime Status: Exempt - Not eligible for overtime. Appointment Type: Restricted. Hours per week: 40+. Nights and weekends as needed.

Additional Information

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