Video Content Specialist

George Fox University's Marketing Communications department is seeking a highly skilled and motivated team player to fill the role of Video Content Specialist.

About The Job

Want to share stories that matter and create work that will be seen by a large audience? As the Video Content Specialist at George Fox University, you'll have the opportunity to do just that.

We're looking for a multi-tool player who can create compelling video, social media, photo and written content that showcases the quality programs and amazing people in our community. Video, which is the primary role of this position, is heavily promoted on our website and via our robust social media following, providing an established platform to showcase your skills.

Job Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Meeting regularly with the associate director of video production to determine content priorities.
• Working closely with the video producer, university photographer, and university editor on a variety of projects in a collaborative environment.
• Providing compelling video clips for use on social media and assisting with feature projects.
• When assigned a feature video, coordinating all phases of production, from concept to finished product. This may include planning, scripting, interviewing, lighting, capturing audio, editing, creating motion graphics, producing and directing.
• Creating compelling motion graphics for videos you produce.
• Writing short captions, headlines and copy for social media.
• Contributing engaging photos for social media and assist the university photographer with studio photo shoots and other projects.
• Communicating with the web team to better understand digital content needs and suggest creative solutions.
• Contributing a constant flow of innovative ideas for how to better connect with our audience across all digital platforms.
• Staying on top of industry trends as well as the latest software and video/photo equipment.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrating awareness, respect, and appreciation for diversity of culture, background, race, sex, political views, expressions of faith, etc. and works well with a variety of people.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

A Day In The Life Of This Position

The Video Content Specialist will work off of a predetermined schedule based on priorities and deadlines. Each day will look a little different, as some days are full of getting video footage, prepping for a shoot, looking over scripts, editing completed footage, adding motion graphics to videos or contributing social media content. There are also meetings that involve planning for content or pre-production for upcoming projects. Everyday includes collaboration with the marketing team, including content directors, video producer, content specialist and photographer. This role will also partner cross-departmentally on projects, and interact with and supervise a student employee.

We're Looking For Candidates Who Have

• A Bachelor's degree in video production, photography, graphic design, journalism, communications, marketing or a related degree.
• Strong knowledge and demonstrated experience with video equipment and editing software.
• A high-level understanding of social media strategy.
• Demonstrated experience engaging an audience with effective storytelling.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.
  
  

Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:

• Basic knowledge of photography equipment and editing software.
• Basic knowledge of graphic design software.
• Experience writing copy for social media or web use.
  
  

Job Information

• Hours Per Week: 40 hours per week
• May be required to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment but could include lifting more than 25 pounds and performing any activities such as balancing, bending/stooping, climbing stairs, crouching, climbing ladders, kneeling, repetitive motion, and reaching above shoulder level.
• Supervisor: Associate Director of Video Production
  

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

• Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.
• Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.
• Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.
  
  

For Your Personal Well-being We Offer

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.
• Rich employee benefit package.
  
  

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

When Completing The Online Application, Please Upload The Following As Word Or .pdf Documents In The Section Marked Letter Of Interest And Curriculum Vitae Or Resume

• Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
• Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.
  
  

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

• This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
• Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu
  
  

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.

Salary: $39200 - $53900 per year