Job Description

Date: May 15, 2023
Position Title: Video Content Production Coordinator
Department: Media Technologies
Job ID: 1513
Work Hours/Schedule: 40 hours/52 weeks
Compensation: Meet and Confer, Grade 14 - $57,421
Reports to: Video Productio

 

BENEFITS
Grand Rapids Community College provides an excellent benefits experience for our GRCC family. Our benefit package is designed to enhance employees' health and well-being. Part-time employees have different benefits outlined in the specific collective bargaining agreements and handbooks. Below is an overview of these benefits, additional details are available on the Human Resources/Benefits website:
● Six health insurance plan options (includes a high deductible plan with a health savings account option).
● A unique dental & vision reimbursement program (includes coverage for adult orthodontia & lasik eye surgery).
● Employer sponsored retirement plans as well as voluntary retirement savings plans (403b or 457 plans)
● Tuition benefits at GRCC for you, your spouse and your dependents.
● Tuition reimbursement at other higher education institutions for you.
● Generous time off that includes sick, vacation and personal leave banks.
● Paid holidays and holiday shutdown period in late December!

 

SUMMARY
Video production coordinators ensure that every aspect of a production runs smoothly. They play a crucial role in program production by initiating creative approaches, organizing schedules, technology and people. They are involved at each stage of a project, from initial planning, scheduling, writing, storyboarding, researching, recording, editing, graphics, archiving, and streaming. A qualified candidate creates compelling videos by utilizing well thought out visuals, timing and music using state of the art equipment. Experience in all aspects of production including live events and preproduced content is a must.

 

Essential Job Functions
● Direct, design, script, produce, shoot and edit video content, both live and edited, in support of instruction, staff development and college communications
● Stream live, interactive content using a variety of online conferencing tools
● Create 2D and 3D animations and graphics utilizing industry standard professional software
● Supervise Media Production contingency staff including interns and freelance employees
● Coordinate with I.T. Media Events Coordinator
● Manages projects ensuring timelines and deliverables are met and meet expectations
● Supervise College Channel operations including content management, assuring weekly schedules are programmed correctly and that media content and system databases are in order
● Coordinate schedules, concepts, resources, events with clients and staff
● Guide and instruct staff on the use and application of video technologies
● Coordinate the maintenance of field and studio production equipment and digital footage archive
● Provide a long-term technical plan and set an appropriate direction for the purchase of production equipment
● Oversee system design, purchase and installation work to assure the best use of funds and equipment
● Maintain a positive relationship with GRPS by serving as the primary representative for the K-12 Channel
● Regular attendance during normally scheduled hours is required with flexibility when covering after business hours events. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this
position.

 

Marginal Job Functions
● Assist campus podcasting efforts
● Encode digital video content for multiple modes of delivery, including resolutions ranging from HD to 8K
● Assist Communications Team with social media content
● Consistently apply metadata to content in order to make content searchable
● Provide quality assurance to products outsourced to other staff and/or freelance help
● Evaluate new technology and provide analysis
● Keep equipment organized, neat and orderly
● Stay current with industry advances and innovations through professional development
● Supervise drone maintenance, licensing and operations. Pilot remote controlled aerial drone

 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education/License
● Bachelor's degree in video production, multimedia content creation, or related field required.
● Current FAA Part 107 drone operator certif

 

Work Experience
● A minimum of 2 years of successful work experience in video and multimedia content creation required
● Strong professional video camera operating skills, including tripod, hand-held, and studio required
● Experienced in studio and location professional lighting techniques required
● Experienced capturing and editing high quality audio in various environments
● Experienced in content creation through the lenses of disability accommodation and live, interactive events
● Successful experience working with diverse populations preferred
● Leadership skills and experience supervising staff preferred
● Experienced streaming on various platforms
● Experienced training users on the use of technology

 

Competencies
● The following competencies are essential and will be evaluated for our candidates through the evidence-based
selection process:
Foundational Competencies
● Responsibility
● Adaptability
● Achievement
● Ingenuity
● Decisive
● Teamwork
● Information Skills
● Listening

Occupational Competencies
● Interacting With Computers
● Getting Information
● Thinking Creatively
● Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
● Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
● Making Decisions and Solving Problems
● Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
● Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
● Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
● Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
● Scheduling Work and Activities
● Processing Information
● Documenting/Recording Information
● Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
● Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others

 

Equipment Use/Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
● Strong Adobe CC Premiere and After Effects skills preferred
● Digital cinematography skills, shooting in a variety of formats and resolutions
● Thorough understanding of various digital video formats and video compression
● Problem solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot software or hardware problems preferred
● Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written in a professional manner
● Demonstrated ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and to effectively work as a team member
● Ability and willingness to acquire and keep up-to-date professional/technical skills
● Research and implement new technologies used in the industry re

 

Mental Demands
● Ability to direct events under pressure of live audiences and crew
● Ability to handle multiple projects in various stages

 

Physical Demands
● Ability to lift heavy gear
● Ability to operate equipment for long periods of time
● Ability to climb ladders
● Ability to drive college vehicles for transporting gear
● Ability to use fine motor skills

 

Working Conditions
● Grand Rapids Community College will comply with any mandated health and safety requirements. Employees will be directed to our GRCC Policy(s) for compliance information.
● Typical office workstation as well as studio environment
● Some travel will be required to various sites
● Availability on occasional nights and weekends

 

METHOD OF APPLICATION
Grand Rapids Community College is only accepting online applications for this position at https://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter and resume in one document. The opportunity to apply for this position will close on May 29, 2023
at 11:59PM. Individuals with diverse backgrounds are encou

Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities
regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all
programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC
programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will
not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick
Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.

 

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