| Job Description: |
The University of Florida Lastinger Center for Learning’s mission is to improve the quality of teaching, learning, and childcare. We research, develop, and scale educational innovations for adults and children that put all learners on trajectories for lifelong success. Specifically, the Center targets kindergarten readiness, 3rd grade reading proficiency, and algebra proficiency as critical milestones in children's educational trajectory that are predictive of success in school and life. The Center works at the nexus of research, practice, and policy to develop sustainable systems that leverage educational technologies and improve the implementation of research-based practices. Housed in one of the nation's elite public research universities, the Center operates as a dynamic, entrepreneurial workplace focused on executing UF's service mission to strengthen the human condition and improve the quality of life. The Lastinger Center is committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining top talent by valuing a broad range of thought, skill, and experience. We believe in fostering environments where team members feel included, valued, and empowered to do their best work.
Responsibilities:
Pre-Production
- Collaborates across teams with subject matter experts to develop video content ideas for teacher professional development courses.
- Creates storyboards, scripts, and shot lists for video projects.
- Works with studio team to load scripts into teleprompter software
- Leads production scheduling with on-site contacts, project managers and subject matter experts.
- Manages video content library, ensuring all assets are properly archived and easily accessible.
Production
- Leads planning and execution of video shoots, including reviewing scripts, directing talent, and coordinating production logistics.
- Operates and maintains professional-grade video, lighting and audio equipment to capture high-quality footage.
- Leads projects and collaborates with the studio specialist, animators and project managers.
- Tracks project progress and ensures deliverables remain on schedule.
Post-Production
- Facilitates post-production of project content through video trimming, color grading, sound design, animations, and special effects to enhance video quality and viewer engagement.
- Ensures final videos meet branding, accessibility and technical guidelines.
- Collaborates with stakeholders to approve and deliver their multimedia resources.
- Backs up and organizes media files on the local server and cloud storage.
- Offers creative solutions to create and deliver high-quality and engaging digital content.
Process development
- Develops new techniques, systems, and procedures to enhance operational issues.
- Implements feedback from stakeholders to continually improve video quality and effectiveness.
- Assists in streamlining processes for both the A/V Production team and external teams.
Other duties as assigned.
This position may be required to work outside these prescribed hours to accommodate demands during peak periods or other periods when deemed necessary.
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| Preferred: |
• Bachelor’s degree in Film Production, Digital Media, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Video Content Specialist, Video Producer, or similar role.
• Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
In order to be considered, Please submit a link to your previous work in your cover letter or resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.
This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.
This is a time-limited position.
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