Job Purpose
We are seeking a skilled and creative Videographer/Photographer to join our team. As a Videographer/Photographer, you will be responsible for creating compelling videos for documenting school activities and marketing purposes. Your role will involve planning, filming, and editing videos and photos, ensuring they meet the highest stan that this position may require overtime, which will be compensated fairly.
Key Accountabilities
- Review and fulfil video and photo requests submitted through the Request Portal, ensuring accuracy and client satisfaction.
- Plan and execute video and photo shoots for marketing and documenting purposes, from pre-planning stages, filming to post-production.
- Capture videos and photos during school events, including performances, recitals, annual events, assemblies, exhibitions, and other relevant occasions.
- Set up and manage a photobooth during selected school events, ensuring high-quality and engaging photos for the school community.
- Work with Student Media Makers, mentoring, training and guiding them in videography and photography techniques, and liaising with them to support their content creation efforts.
- Adhere to visual brand guidelines to maintain consistency in our visual image.
- Assist in organizing and adding to design database and video/ photo repository.
- Actively contribute ideas and suggestions to enhance the professionalism and visual appeal of the school's visual image.
- Assist in streamlining the request form process when necessary.
- Provide support in basic graphic design tasks as needed.
- Participate in meetings with requesters to gather requirements and ensure alignment.
- Participate in meetings within External Communications, Marketing and Admissions Department to discuss strategies, campaigns, and projects.
Knowledge and Experience
- Strong understanding of video production techniques, lighting, and composition.
- Ability to conceptualize video shoots based on the target audience and intended message.
- Proficiency in video editing software to create visually compelling and engaging videos.
- Familiarity with cameras, stage recording, lenses, and memory cards.
- Bonus: Experience with drone photography/videography.
- Fundamental understanding of creating video visuals to enhance video editing.
- Provide support in basic graphic design tasks as needed.
Technical and Soft Skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro and After Effects. Bonus: Audition.
- Proficiency in working with MacOS workstations.
- Proficiency in operating, maintaining, and setting up photography, video, audio, and lighting equipment.
- Results-driven mindset with a focus on delivering high-quality work.
- Time-conscious with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Creative thinker with a passion for visual storytelling.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, capable of working with different communication styles.
- Ability to mentor and support Student Media Makers in developing photography and videography skills
- Willingness to learn, collaborate, and contribute as a team player.
