Videographer

Videographer

General Purpose: Under the direction of the Marketing and Communications Manager, the Videographer is responsible for developing, scheduling, filming, directing and producing videos and photos as they relate to promotions, sales, marketing, programs and customer service for Associated Students.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Primary Functions

• Completes assigned projects on a timely basis. Individual must be self-directed and able to prioritize multiple, intricate, simultaneous projects and work directly with program supervisors, student staff and professional coordinators.
• Communicates creative ideas prior to shooting/editing.
• Maintains excellent personal time management and scheduling, ensuring the ability to be present for special events or other filming opportunities required of each project.
• Typical projects include, but are not limited to: training videos, event promotions and recaps, facility promotion, A.S. promotion, etc.
• Ensures all work completed aligns with Associated Students guidelines and
• Assists with event photography and videography, including photo and video taking, archiving and tracking
• Assists with implementation of the strategic marketing plan for S.
• Assists with A.S. branding and telling the "A.S. Story"

Customer Service and Collaboration

• Establishes and maintains working relationships with various S. and University departments

Safety

• Ensures all operations are conducted with safety of staff and customers as first priority, and in accordance with the Injury and Illness Prevention Plan and other safety policies
• Adheres to Associated Students' Code of Safe Practices
• Reports accidents to supervisor and reviews changes required to avoid reoccurrence Ensures completion proper documentation is completed for each accident (employee and/or non-employee) and forwards to supervisor
• Reports maintenance problems and/or broken and unsafe equipment to the appropriate party immediately

Qualifications

Minimum & Preferred Requirements Education:

• Students must be enrolled in at least half time units at SDSU (6 units undergraduate; 3 units graduate).
• International students must have full-time enrollment at SDSU (12 units undergraduate; 6 units graduate).
• Global Campus units do not meet the SDSU unit requirements.
• Must be in good academic standing
• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• School of Television, Film and New Media student preferred
• Preferred candidate will be a returning student for at least one additional school year

Experience:

• Knowledge of film-making, sound management, YouTube specifications, videography and video editing software required
• DSLR camera experience required
• Proficient computer skills utilizing the Google Suite required
• Proficient in Asana preferred
• AP Style knowledge preferred
• Enthusiasm and knowledge of Associated Students programs and facilities preferred

Trainings:

• Anti-Harassment training (must be completed within 30 days of hire)
• Workplace Violence Prevention Plan Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire)
• Gender Awareness Training (Must be completed within 30 days of hire)

Performance Expectations

• Must have competence in social skills and cultural diversity
• Strong organizational skills Must be able to follow oral and written directions and follow projects through to completion
• Must be professional and courteous at all times and work well with different work styles
• Must be able to work efficiently and show initiative while working independently and on multiple projects at once
• Must be able to work with confidential items and understand the importance of confidentiality in project work
• Must be able to exercise tact and exhibit sound professional judgment
• Must adhere to Associated Students work standards
• Work with the student Marketing Assistant to create and develop photo and video content
• Must be capable of maintaining positive working relationships with students, staff and faculty

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong computer skills utilizing: Mac OS System, Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop & Premiere Pro, social media and Final Cut Pro
• Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to relate and communicate effectively with a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, colleagues and guests
• Must have strong English language skills and the ability to read, write and verbally communicate at a level appropriate to the duties of the position
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to work quickly under pressure and with multiple projects and priorities
• Ability to work well with diverse staff and customers

Schedule & Working Conditions

This is a part-time (15-20 hours/week) position with expected hours to be worked during business hours of Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Occasional evenings as needed, depending on events schedule.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require standing and walking around campus. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.

Events and outreach work is both indoors and out and will involve exposure to heat, sun, cold, rain, weather and other outdoor elements. Work often involves standing for long periods of time.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position requires the individual to spend long hours sitting and using office equipment and computers. Physical requirements include but are not limited to: walking, walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, climbing, and working in confined space, lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying loads.

Relationships

Inside the Organization:

• Reports to the Marketing and Communications Manager
• Interacts with full-time and part-time A.S. employees, including but not limited to the

A.S. Associate Director of Marketing and Communications, A.S. Government Affairs staff and the five A.S. executive officers

• Interacts with A.S. student volunteers
• If hired, this position cannot be a voting member of an A.S. board, committee, or commission or a voting member on the S. Board of Directors and/or the three A.S. Councils.
• If hired, this position cannot support any candidates running in the A.S. Elections. with services related to this position's essential duties and responsibilities listed above as this could be a perceived conflict of interest.

Employment Category: Range II, Step I; $19.75

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