Freelance Video Jobs in Nebraska (NOW HIRING)

Create dynamic videos to enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives.

• Do you enjoy telling a story through video?
• Are you looking to work alongside a supportive and highly engaged team?
• Does the opportunity to be closely connected with the University of Nebraska excite you?
• Do you enjoy being part of the creative process?
• Are you inspired by the mission of the University of Nebraska Foundation and looking to make a difference in the lives of others?

If so, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

At the University of Nebraska Foundation, we grow relationships and resources that enable the University of Nebraska to change lives and save lives. We believe that our strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is essential to accomplishing this mission through our values of teamwork, integrity, and passion for mission. We invite, explore, and celebrate differences to increase productivity, spark innovation and most importantly, accomplish our mission.

You will join the foundation at an exciting time, with the opportunity to make a transformational impact. The foundation is in the public phase of a historic campaign to raise $3 billion to build a better future for Nebraska. The campaign is being led by many enthusiastic volunteers representing all areas of the University of Nebraska System. This position will work in our Lincoln office and travel to support our Omaha and Kearney office locations.

Ways you will make an impact:

• Produce high quality, compelling in-house video content for fundraising and stewardship priorities, signature events, key internal communications, and digital platforms.
• Under the supervision of the senior art director, manage the production of all Foundation video content, prioritizing multiple projects while coordinating with team members to ensure timely, high-quality results.
• Strategically collaborate in the creative process and ensure high levels of quality video production for all video content.
• Interview video subjects with compassion and professionalism, creating a welcoming environment while using creative storytelling to share meaningful, mission-driven stories.
• Collaborate with campus videographers and manage relationships with freelance videographers as needed.

Who we want:

• Innovative videographers with a keen eye for visual storytelling and creative video production.
• Collaborative and positive individuals who can facilitate meaningful conversations with a wide variety of people.
• Natural storyteller who can ask thoughtful questions and capture meaningful moments.

• Compassionate communicators who are driven and energized by the opportunity to build trusted partnerships.

• Contributors of impact individually and to our team, someone who makes us all better.
• Genuine and approachable individuals who can work with a wide variety of people, including colleagues, university personnel and donors.
• Organized individuals who can manage their time well to exceed established goals and intended outcomes.
• Reliable and adaptable individuals who can meet deadlines, manage multiple responsibilities, and effectively prioritize competing priorities.

What you need:

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in communications, journalism, English, or other major with emphasis in broadcasting or communications.
• Minimum Experience: 3+ years in video storytelling and production.
• Strong storytelling, video editing, and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to create video content for various mediums.
• Ability to work with strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of Adobe Premiere Pro 10 and After Effects, or similar software.
• Discretion in handling confidential matters.
• Candidates will also be evaluated on our core values of passion for mission, integrity, and teamwork.

What we offer:

• Mission-driven work that changes lives and saves lives.
• A strengths-based, engagement-focused, and performance-oriented culture.
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities for your career growth.
• An award-winning wellness program.
• 12 weeks of paid medical leave, including maternity and paternity leave.
• 12 paid holidays and generous vacation time.
• A generous retirement match and multiple incentive compensation programs.
• University of Nebraska tuition reimbursement for you and your dependents.

Who we are:

• Recognition by the Chronicle of Philanthropy as one of America’s Favorite Charities.
• Founded in 1936, the University of Nebraska Foundation provides support for the campuses in the university system — the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, University of Nebraska at Kearney, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture in Curtis, and the University of Nebraska Medical Center and its primary clinical partner, Nebraska Medicine.
• Among public universities, the University of Nebraska ranks in the top 25 nationally for both funds raised and endowed assets under management.
• An organization with a reputation for efficiency and effectiveness, which, along with our alumni and athletic partners, raises more than $7 for every $1 spent.
• Winner of Gallup’s Don Clifton Strengths-Based Culture Award.
• Winner of the Governor’s Harvester Wellness Award, the highest honor for corporate wellness.

The University of Nebraska Foundation is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to a work environment free from discrimination and harassment where all employees feel respected and valued. We will consider all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable law.