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Videographer

Dahlgren, VA · On-site

$63K - $68K/yr

Do you thrive in an environment where your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your work drives ... Familiarity with accessibility guidelines for video content (e.g., captioning and audio ...

The ideal candidate is a natural storyteller with a genuine understanding of the YETI brand voice ... captioning etc - be ok with the grunt work amongst the story telling work - Work well with existing ...

Understanding of accessibility principles for visual and multimedia content (captioning ... If you're excited to help shape the visual voice of Penn State Online Education in a flexible ...

Do you thrive in an environment where your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your work drives ... Familiarity with accessibility guidelines for video content (e.g., captioning and audio ...

Repurpose existing footage into platform-specific edits that reflect trends, client voice, and ... Familiarity with generative AI tools for editing, captioning, or effects. * Hands-on experience ...

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How much do voice captioning jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for voice captioning in the United States is $48.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.18 and $60.10 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical challenges faced by professionals working in voice captioning roles?

Voice captioning professionals frequently encounter challenges such as maintaining real-time accuracy during fast-paced conversations, handling speakers with different accents or unclear speech, and managing background noise or technical disruptions. Balancing speed with precision, especially during live broadcasts or events, requires exceptional focus and adaptability. Additionally, working as part of a technical or broadcast team means staying coordinated with producers, editors, and event organizers to ensure seamless caption delivery. Overcoming these challenges is key to providing reliable, accessible communication for audiences who rely on captioning services.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Voice Captioning position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Voice Captioning, candidates need exceptional listening skills, fast and accurate typing abilities, and strong command of grammar and spelling, often supported by formal training in real-time transcription or stenography. Familiarity with specialized captioning software, voice recognition tools, and broadcast systems is commonly required, along with certifications like Certified CART Provider (for some employers). Attention to detail, multitasking, and the ability to remain focused under pressure are standout soft skills. These competencies ensure that captions are delivered accurately and quickly for live events or broadcasts, supporting accessibility and effective communication.

What is a Voice Captioning job?

A Voice Captioning job involves using speech recognition software to provide real-time captions for live broadcasts, meetings, or events. Captioners re-speak the audio they hear, ensuring accuracy and clarity for viewers who are deaf or hard of hearing. This role requires strong listening skills, fast and clear speech, and familiarity with industry-specific terminology. Voice captioners often work in newsrooms, educational settings, or for live-streamed events.

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Infographic showing various Voice Captioning job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 99% Full Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,198 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Videographer

AVIAN LLC

Dahlgren, VA • On-site

$63K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Join a Company Where You Can Make a Real Impact – and Own a Piece of the Future

Are you energized by the idea of helping a company grow smarter, serve our customers better, and connect more deeply? Do you thrive in an environment where your ideas matter, your voice is heard, and your work drives real results? If so, we’d love to meet you.

We’re a mid-sized, employee-owned company on a mission to create meaningful value for both our employees and our customers. That means we’re not just looking for someone to fill a seat — we’re looking for someone who wants to build, innovate, and evolve with us.

Our company primarily serves the Navy and other Department of Defense clients, offering a dynamic environment where your expertise will make a difference.

About the Role

AVIAN is seeking a Videographer to support a variety of public affairs products for our DoD customer in Dahlgren, VA. The Videographer will be responsible for capturing, editing, and producing high-quality video content that effectively communicates key messages to diverse audiences. If you are a creative storyteller with a passion for public affairs and visual communication, we encourage you to apply!

You will join AVIAN’s cadre of creative professionals who specialize in strategic communication, graphic design, marketing, multimedia production and more. Our creative team supports each other through constructive peer reviews, shares professional resources and regularly gathers for continuing education sessions.


Responsibilities

  • Provide support for approximately sixteen (16) videotaped events annually.
  • Produce and edit national broadcast-quality as well as DVD-quality level videos for the organization, including documentaries, human-interest features, news minutes, commercials, sizzle reels, narratives, short-form social media videos, and other promotional and advanced storytelling content.
  • Design and produce national industry-level motion design graphics and illustrations for a variety of video products, including commercials, sizzle reels, social media, films, documentaries, and other promotional and storytelling products.
  • Collaborate with public affairs, communications, and creative teams to develop engaging visual narratives aligned with organizational goals.
  • Operate and maintain professional video, lighting, and audio equipment.
  • Ensure all video content adheres to brand guidelines, messaging objectives, and accessibility standards.
  • Assist in scripting, storyboarding, and conceptualizing video projects to enhance storytelling impact.
  • Manage post-production tasks, including video editing, color correction, sound design, and motion graphics.
  • Optimize video content for various digital platforms, ensuring effective distribution and audience engagement.
  • Stay updated on industry trends, emerging video technologies, and best practices in public affairs communication.
  • Maintain organized archives of video assets and project files for future use.

Travel Requirements:

  • Local travel required.

Experience Requirements:

  • Experience in organizing, writing, storyboarding, shooting, editing, lighting, and producing audiovisual projects, podcasts, and slideshows with sound accompaniments.
  • Knowledge of the equipment, techniques, and processes of photography, lighting techniques, and digital reproduction techniques.
  • Experience with setup and application of live audio systems and considerations during in-person events.
  • Requires a working knowledge of Nonlinear Editing Systems, Adobe Creative Cloud Production Premium, Microsoft Office Professional, AVS Video Converter, and Snagit10 screen capture software.
  • Experience working in public affairs, government, or nonprofit sectors is a plus.
  • Familiarity with accessibility guidelines for video content (e.g., captioning and audio descriptions) is preferred.
  • Knowledge of social media video trends and optimization techniques is a plus.

Education Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in fine arts, communications, graphic design, or animation.
    • Allowable Substitution: Three (3) years of related experience.

Additional Requirements:

  • Local travel required
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense security clearance.
  • Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Salary range: $63,000 - $68,000 (The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.) 

About being a part of Team AVIAN

As an employee-owner, you’ll be a catalyst for progress — helping us find new opportunities with current or new customers, company efficiencies, streamline processes, and bring people and ideas together in smarter ways. Whether it’s helping us optimize workflows, enhancing the employee experience, or delivering more impactful solutions to our customers, your inputs will have reach and relevance across the organization.

Taking care of each other is a cornerstone of our AVIAN philosophy. Being part of the AVIAN team means being part of a team that takes pride in being expansive in our community because our impact doesn’t stop in the workplace. We actively engage in community initiatives, empowering our employees to make a meaningful difference.

You’ll Succeed Here If You...

  • See opportunities where others see routine
  • Are curious, collaborative, and passionate about making things better
  • Enjoy connecting dots across teams, tools, and tasks
  • Believe in doing the right thing the right way — even when no one’s watching
  • Play an active role in our growth, using your ideas and initiative to shape how we work, serve, and succeed together
  • Embrace a “one team” mindset knowing we are stronger together through trust, transparency and teamwork.
  • Understand the power of ownership — and are excited to be part of an employee-owned culture

Why Join Us?

  • Employee Ownership: We’re not just building a company — we’re building a legacy. As an employee-owner, you’ll share in our success and have a direct stake in our future.
  • Real Growth: We’re expanding, evolving, and exploring new ways to serve. Your contributions will shape our direction and help us grow stronger.
  • Purpose-Driven Work: Every improvement you help make is one that adds value — not just for us, but for the people and missions we support.
  • Culture of Collaboration: We’re big enough to take on meaningful challenges, but small enough that everyone still knows your name.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, our health and wellness benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with telemedicine services and a TRICARE supplement for veterans.
  • Flexible Leave Benefits: we prioritize a balanced, supportive environment that allows you to thrive both personally and professionally and offer flexible and paid time off, 11 paid holidays, paid sick leave, maternity and bonding leave, and military training leave.

AVIAN is a service-based organization. As an equal opportunity employer, our policy of business is to seek the most qualified candidate for each talent opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, sex, age, religious belief, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual preference, physical or mental handicap, lawful political affiliation or veteran’s status.