Videographer/Assistant Editor

About the role

The Videographer/Assistant Editor plays a crucial role in capturing and producing compelling visual stories that tell the stories of Samaritan's Purse and the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

Responsibilities

• Maintain your personal relationship with Jesus Christ and be an effective witness for Him.
• Video record the work of Samaritan's Purse, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association events.
• Set up small ENG/EFP shoots independently, including lighting, equipment, decor, and other production needs.
• Design and create sets as needed while incorporating professional lighting techniques and audio standards.
• Gather pre-shoot instructions and production information, then oversee all aspects of production and editing.
• Collaborate with writers, producers, and directors throughout production meetings, on location, and during post-production to ensure the final product fulfills the creative vision.
• Tell compelling stories through the nonlinear editing process by crafting a cohesive story arc from interviews, video footage, and narrative scripts.
• Pack, transport, and maintain accountability for all field production equipment during domestic and international assignments.
• Ensure gear is properly packed to prevent damage and meets airline weight requirements.
• Secure and maintain all required documentation for equipment used on overseas trips.
• Develop and maintain equipment cleaning and maintenance schedules to ensure all field video equipment is properly serviced before and after each assignment.
• Cookordination logistics for international productions by planning and securing customs clearances and ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available for each shoot.
• Assist with video editing, lighting, audio production, graphic creation, shot selection, script shot-sheeting, and researching equipment purchases related to videography.
• Produce video projects under the supervision of the Assistant Director by collaborating with the Creative Director to conceptualize, write, develop rough cuts, select footage, and work with editors to bring each production from concept through final delivery.
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from four-year college or university; and three (3) to five (5) years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Comprehensive knowledge of professional video production techniques, including camera operation, lighting, and field audio recording.
• Comprehensive knowledge of visual storytelling principles and techniques used in professional video production.
• Thorough knowledge of non-linear editing systems and post-production workflows.
• Thorough knowledge of professional field production equipment and its proper use.
• 12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, opportunity to meet and complete requirement is available upon hire.