Responsibilities:
• Create innovative and original visual content, through video and photography, that effectively tells the Carroll story to all members of the Carroll community.
• Work independently, exercise discretion, and be open to change as need be throughout the project cycle.
• Consistently develop new, imaginative, and original story arcs.
• Determine which utilization of specialized filmmaking style is best for the project, styles such as - classic narrative, short film, comedy, experimental, documentary, etc.
• Utilize artistic knowledge of shot composition, scenes and sequences, as well as color, mood and tone to elevate the aesthetic experience.
• Interact with stakeholders from all levels of the organization to identify and develop goals utilizing visual content.
• Collaborate with writers on script developments and amendments.
• Cast and manage all talent for shoots. Act as director of photography for video shoots.
• Use independent discretion and artistic judgement on set to direct actors and models.
• Determine all creative aesthetics as well as technical considerations; this includes principal shooting, lighting, audio and video recording.
• Design and develop motion graphics and still graphics for videos when required (After Effects).
• Assemble video and audio in non-linear editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X) when needed and create visual effects, including green screen work.
• Manage video editing to include computer-based, non-linear editing systems, software and digital assets and render video and audio for different delivery methods
• Utilize specialized knowledge of techniques such as: studio, conceptual/fine art, landscape, candid, portrait, action, etc. to develop original and creative original photography.
• Manage equipment inventory.
• Manage archive of digital photos.
• Stay current on university and industry standards and trends.
• Can multi-task with strong time management skills.