Entertainment IndustryJob Opening for Video Producer in University of Pennsylvania (Philadelphia, PA 19104)

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Employers By State in 2021.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn’s vaccine requirements and the use of Penn Open Pass, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.

Posted Job Title
Video Producer

Job Profile Title
Video Producer

Job Description Summary
The Office of University Communications seeks a highly motivated, professional video producer to develop original short documentary and promotional videos. They will work with departmental staff, multiple constituencies throughout the University to conceive, coordinate, record and edit original video showcasing campus life, faculty research and strategic University priorities.

Job Description

Responsibilities/Duties include but are not limited to:
Pre-Production Tasks: Research stories ideas, participate in content strategy meetings, pitch story ideas, write original narrative and interview scripts. Work with clients, arrange shooting locations, etc.
Field Recording Tasks: transportation, set-up/breakdown of equipment, camera operation, audio, lighting, interviewing researchers, administrators and students. Possible subject matter includes interviews with media experts, profiles of ongoing research and event coverage.
Post-Production Tasks: Footage evaluation, editing, logging in digital asset management system, audio mixing, motion graphic design, color correction, asset retrieval, sharing with University staff and external vendors, media.
Collaborate with staff writers of Penn Today to record, edit, produce podcasts.
Create original shorts and customized cuts of original content for use across University social media channels. Upload, optimize and organize video content. Maintenance of video-related social media channels.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in video production, journalism, or related field with 5-7 years of professional related experience in a production environment developing short-format documentaries or video news coverage or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven experience leading all aspects of video production (pre-production, recording, post-production) .
Pre-production experience including: story research, location scouting, pitching ideas, script writing, outreach and production scheduling.
Field production experience including: transportation, set-up/break down of equipment, camera operation, audio, lighting, and interviewing clients including researchers, administrators, students.
Post-production experience including footage evaluation, editing, logging in DAMS, audio mixing, motion graphic design, color correction, distribution of videos.Adhere to post-production workflow.
Expertise with Adobe Creative Cloud
High level of motivation, attention to detail, clear communication skills, time management, problem-solving ability.
Proven ability to effectively manage multiple overlapping projects
Links to a strong online portfolio or examples of work must be provided to be considered for this position. Portfolio must demonstrate polished cinematography and editing. Please note your role with each piece in your application letter or within portfolio.
Must be able to occasionally work after hours and on weekends.
Driver’s license required.
Must be able to carry 35lbs

Preferred Skills:
Knowledge of working in a higher education or related non-profit environment
Experience in CatDV or similar digital asset management systems
Experience shooting S-Log3 on Sony FS7
Ability to repair equipment and troubleshoot post production software
Strong sense of graphic design for creation of basic logos and motion graphics

Job Location – City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School
President’s Center

Pay Range
$42,953.00 – $65,861.00

Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

University Benefits

Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Tuition : Take advantage of Penn’s exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.

Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family-whatever your personal needs may be.

Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.

Wellness and Work-life Resources : Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.

Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.

University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement-and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.

Discounts and Special Services : From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you’ll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.

Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.

Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.

Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay