Videographer

Job Description

Job Description

VIDEO TECHNOLOGY MANAGER

Full-Time | Orange Beach, AL | Hybrid Option After Probationary Period

Compass Media in Orange Beach, AL is seeking a creative, experienced, and motivated Video Technology Manager to join our growing content team.

This is a hands-on position combining videography, drone operation and video editing. You’ll create engaging content for tourism and other clients while helping turn great video into measurable business growth.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Plan and execute creative video, drone, and photography shoots for clients.
• Film throughout Orange Beach, Gulf Shores, local beaches, attractions, and tourism destinations.
• Operate professional video equipment like a drone and GoPro. 
• Edit original and existing footage for social media, YouTube, digital advertising, and Connected TV (CTV).
• Create compelling short-form content that captures attention and follows current social media trends.
• Develop engaging video concepts for client campaigns.
• Work closely with our social media and marketing teams from concept through final production.
• Manage video assets and adapt creative for multiple platforms, formats, and audiences.
• Stay aware of beach conditions, crowds, and timing to identify the best opportunities for coastal and drone shoots.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• 2+ years of professional videography/video production experience
• Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate preferred
• Professional drone filming experience
• Strong shooting, video editing, and post-production skills
• Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro, Lightroom, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, and similar creative tools
• Knowledge of Instagram/Facebook Reels, YouTube, YouTube Shorts, and current social video trends
• Ability to create both polished commercial content and fast-paced short-form social content
• Creative thinker who can bring new video concepts and shoot ideas to the team
• Organized, dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently and collaboratively
• Photography skills a plus
• Marketing or advertising experience a major plus
• Occasional evenings and weekend shoots will be required 

Compass Media is located at The Wharf in Orange Beach, AL. You will need to be able to drive to onsite shoots, so a valid drivers license and reliable transportation are required. 

Some of the perks? 

• Office with a view in Orange Beach 
• Hybrid in-office/remote schedule is an option after probationary period 
• Health and dental insurance 
• Paid holidays
• Spend part of your workday shooting on the beaches and around the Gulf Coast 
• Work with a wide variety of clients, locations, and industries
• Hands-on access to a drone, GoPro, and evolving video technology 
• Some travel and opportunities to capture content in new locations 

Ready to apply? Qualified candidates are invited to submit your resume, cover letter, and video portfolio/demo reel for consideration. Please also include confirmation of your current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate with your resume. 

About Compass Media:

For more than four decades, Compass Media has established a tradition of achieving results for companies and organizations looking to promote their destinations, businesses, products and services. Our clients—including tourism organizations, healthcare, education, retailers, vacation management companies, attractions, accommodations and more—benefit from our innovative integrated marketing services.

Company Description

About Compass Media:\n\nFor more than four decades, Compass Media has established a tradition of achieving results for companies and organizations looking to promote their destinations, businesses, products and services. Our clients—including tourism organizations, healthcare, education, retailers, vacation management companies, attractions, accommodations and more—benefit from our innovative integrated marketing services.