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SWBC is seeking a talented individual to serve as the organization's principal videographer and steward of the production studio. This role is responsible for creating compelling video content for television, promotional campaigns, social media, web, and other distribution channels while providing operational leadership, specialized expertise, and strategic direction for video production initiatives across the enterprise.

Why you'll love this role:

In this role, your talent, creativity, and vision will be a significant part of telling our story, informing our clients, and inspiring our employees. You will work directly with a team of copywriters, project managers, graphic designers, social media experts, and digital strategists to integrate your video content into wide-reaching marketing campaigns, internal communications, and social media initiatives. If you're wowed by a movie's color grading, deconstruct the lighting solution of a scene, and value a strong narrative, you may be the person we're looking for! We have a story to tell, and we're looking for the perfect person to help tell it.

Essential duties include the following:

• Visualization and filming of visual media projects and supporting departmental initiatives that elevate the implementation of best-in-class videography to be used across the company's media ecosystem.
• Creates and edits videos from ideation to completion. This includes storyboarding, planning, filming, and postproduction.
• Creates graphics to be used in video projects.
• Develops and manages video production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of content.
• Collaborates with marketing and communications teams to align video content with brand messaging and campaign goals.
• Offers video content strategies to achieve marketing and campaign objectives.
• Conducts on-site and studio shoots, managing all aspects of production including lighting, sound, and camera operation.
• Implements feedback from stakeholders to refine and improve video content.
• Stays current with industry trends and advancements in video production technology and techniques.
• Coordinates with external vendors and freelancers as needed for specialized production tasks.
• Oversees the maintenance and organization of video production equipment, ensuring all gear is in working order and up to date.
• Oversees the operation, management, and strategic development of the organization's video production studio, ensuring resources, workflows, and production capabilities align with business objectives.
• Establishes and maintains studio production standards, processes, and best practices to ensure efficient operations and consistent, high-quality creative output.
• Manages studio equipment, technology, and infrastructure, including planning, inventory, maintenance, and evaluation of emerging tools to support current and future production needs.
• Coordinates studio scheduling, resource allocation, and production priorities across multiple projects and stakeholders to maximize efficiency and utilization.
• Provides advanced technical expertise and consultation in video production, including lighting, audio capture, filming techniques, studio operations, and post-production workflows.

Serious candidates will possess the minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in film, television, or closely related discipline from an accredited four-year college or university required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in film, video production, or a related field required, including experience managing studio environments, production workflows, equipment inventories, and complex multimedia projects.
• Proficient in film lighting, camera techniques, and production equipment (e.g., cameras, lenses and tripods, lighting and grip equipment, etc.).
• Proficient in video and audio post-production.
• Proficient in video-based graphics.
• Extensive experience in Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe AfterEffects, and Adobe Audition.
• Strong video and photo shooting skills.
• Strong video editing skills.
• Working knowledge of Adobe CC programs.
• Basic graphic design skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally with limited notice, as well as work weekends and holidays as needed.
• Able to creatively problem-solve with exceptional attention to detail and ability to assess needs and react in real-time.
• Able to troubleshoot technical, location, and talent issues.
• Technical knowledge of how to maintain an extensive inventory of film, lighting, and sound equipment is essential, as is the initiative to stay current on necessary upgrades.
• Able to lift, transport, and set up large film production equipment (e.g., dolly, jib, gimbal, light, and grip equipment) is also a must.
• Possess a reel of recent work that showcases a variety of shooting, lighting, and editing skills.

SWBC offers*:

• Competitive overall compensation package
• Work/Life balance
• Employee engagement activities and recognition awards
• Years of Service awards
• Career enhancement and growth opportunities
• Leadership Academy and Mentor Program
• Continuing education and career certifications
• Variety of healthcare coverage options
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement plans
• Lucrative Wellness Program

*Based upon employee eligibility

Additional Information:

SWBC is a Substance-Free Workplace and requires pre-employment drug testing.

Please note, SWBC does not hire tobacco users as allowed by law.

To learn more about SWBC, visit our website at www.SWBC.com. If interested, please click the appropriate apply button.