Full job description
VIDEOGRAPHER
The videographer is in charge of creating all visual products. That includes existing needs but also coming up with new ideas for content (series, promotions, etc). Fury Labs is a creative group with bold aims for growth. This position will work with the Fury Labs team as well as partners/sponsors who we collaborate with.
MAIN DUTIES
- Supporting the mission of FURY labs
- Oversee scheduling, development, production, and delivery for all video projects
- Come up with new video and series ideas to reach key audiences, working in coordination with various departments.
- Produce graphics for video thumbnails and social media posts as needed
- Produce quick, short turnaround videos as necessary
- Identify and coordinate with outside vendors on larger scale video production and photography shoots, negotiate contracts, manage production schedules in conjunction with big picture, Province-wide goals.
- Maintain and organize video archive for inter departmental use
- Keep equipment in good condition, fixing or replacing pieces as necessary
- Track time spent shooting and editing video to balance the overall production schedule
- Brainstorm and plan new projects
- Creativity and understanding of social media to create compelling content to reach larger audiences than standard platforms
WHAT YOU NEED
We are looking for a proactive, humble, and results-oriented individual with the following attributes:
Self-Motivated – As a small team, it’s important everyone can stay accountable or seek outside accountability as needed. Driven to successfully and excellently execute the needs of Fury Labs and to maximize positive impact on the team. Willing to “go the extra mile” in all that you do. Initiates most activity and has strong follow-through skills.
Creative – Thinking outside the box for new video ideas, not merely repeating what’s already being done. Visualizing projects from start to finish
Flexibility – to occasionally film recaps, series and special events that are on weekends or beyond normal work week
Technologically proficient – understands, and is quick to learn, the latest tech and trends to keep videos relevant
Committed – Passionate about growth in media.
Humble – Willing to listen to feedback and make changes as necessary without taking things personally. Someone who always chooses to take the high road.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to direct a shoot confidently: redoing lines, making adjustments, and encouraging talent when needed
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Experienced in video production techniques and equipment, including lighting for studio and field applications.
- Advanced experience and knowledge in video editing (software doesn’t matter, though all existing projects are Final Cut Pro files)
- Proficient in graphic design (for video thumbnails and the occasional social media posts)
- Ability to artfully create standard 16×9 video for YT, FB, and more, but also vertical, 9×16 content for Instagram, TikTok, and other social media.
- Experience with multi-camera recording
- Experience with Green Screen, gimbal technology, and drones preferred
- Existing equipment includes DJI Ronin stabilizer, studio with green screen.
- Time and project management (planning out projects weeks or months in advance to keep on top of the position’s vision)
- Organize video and photo content in a way that other staff or future employee’s can access as necessary (Dropbox is current system)
- Bonus: proficiency in photography would be welcome