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PragerU · 5 hours ago

Video Specialist (Production)

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

PragerU is dedicated to promoting American values through digital media and edu-tainment. The Video Specialist will be responsible for both on-set technical work and post-production tasks, ensuring high-quality video content that educates and engages viewers.

ContentEducationNon ProfitVideo

Responsibilities

This is a primarily technical position rather than a creative one, though there are opportunities for creative input

At this time, we are looking for an on set camera & lighting aficionado. This role will consist of roughly 60% on-set technical work (camera operating/management, lighting, equipment management, travel for filming, etc.) and 40% post-production (editing, basic motion graphics, etc.)

The Video Specialist should be proficient with video production

Able to capture quality footage, including polished interview setups, high-value profile shots, scrappy unscripted style, b-roll, and more

Extremely knowledgeable about working with a variety of camera types and tools, including tripods, monopods, handheld, Easyrig, etc

Knowledgeable with lighting and grip equipment, techniques, and strategies for both indoor and outdoor projects

Can work effectively both as part of a film crew under a DP, and as an independent one-man band without backup

Able to record quality in-camera sound on location

Able to troubleshoot and handle problems on the go

Comfortable and composed when engaging with a variety of people, from high-profile guests to pedestrians, including occasional hostile situations because of politically-charged content

The Video Specialist should be proficient with video post-production

Skilled at editing, sound editing, color correction, and light motion graphics

Knowledgeable with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere, Photoshop, and After Effects, as well as audio software such as ProTools and/or Audition (Logic Pro is a plus)

A knowledge of codecs, file types, file structures, and post processes

Able to work directly with multiple creative leads and managers to discuss and implement editorial notes

Able to take ownership of work, but also able to hand off work to be finished by someone else, or to pick up where others have left off, when necessary

Has an eye for crafting story, and for turning footage into narrative episodes within the guidelines of a show format or brand

Knowledge of After Effects & motion graphics highly desired

Qualification

Camera operationLighting techniquesVideo editingAdobe Creative SuiteSound editingMotion graphicsProblem-solvingTeam playerOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Proficient with video production

Able to capture quality footage, including polished interview setups, high-value profile shots, scrappy unscripted style, b-roll, and more

Extremely knowledgeable about working with a variety of camera types and tools, including tripods, monopods, handheld, Easyrig, etc

Knowledgeable with lighting and grip equipment, techniques, and strategies for both indoor and outdoor projects

Can work effectively both as part of a film crew under a DP, and as an independent one-man band without backup

Able to record quality in-camera sound on location

Able to troubleshoot and handle problems on the go

Comfortable and composed when engaging with a variety of people, from high-profile guests to pedestrians, including occasional hostile situations because of politically-charged content

Skilled at editing, sound editing, color correction, and light motion graphics

Knowledgeable with Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere, Photoshop, and After Effects, as well as audio software such as ProTools and/or Audition (Logic Pro is a plus)

A knowledge of codecs, file types, file structures, and post processes

Able to work directly with multiple creative leads and managers to discuss and implement editorial notes

Able to take ownership of work, but also able to hand off work to be finished by someone else, or to pick up where others have left off, when necessary

Has an eye for crafting story, and for turning footage into narrative episodes within the guidelines of a show format or brand

Able to juggle a variety of concurrent projects in different phases with competing priorities

Flexible and able to 'roll with the punches' within an ever-changing game plan

A true Team Player, proactive, helpful, honest, and calm under pressure

Quick to learn new processes, procedures, and technologies related to the job

Organized and able to follow SOP's, learn show and brand standards, and implement notes

Able to handle multiple projects at a time and to switch gears/priorities fluidly

Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

A quick thinker and a fast learner, technologically savvy, and process-minded

Imperative to be able to communicate, prioritize, and self-manage

Willing and able to take direction from different leaders but also bring his/her ideas and thoughts to the table

An eye for quality and a passion for excellence