American City Business Journals
American City Business Journals is hiring: Videographer in Bennington
American City Business Journals, Bennington, VT, United States
Content Summary: Videographer at Bennington, for American City Business Journals
- Content Creation:
- Plan, film, and edit high-quality video content that resonates with our target audience of collector car buyers, sellers, and enthusiasts.
- Develop creative concepts and storylines that align with the overall content strategy and brand voice.
- Collaborate with the video and editorial content team to brainstorm and execute new video ideas that support our strategic goals.
- Video Production:
- Manage aspects of video production, including in-house pre-production (scripting, storyboarding), production (filming, directing), and post-production (editing, color grading, sound).
- Ensure all video content is visually appealing, technically sound, and optimized for the intended platform (YouTube, OTT, social media, broadcast).
- Stay updated on the latest video production techniques, tools, and trends to continuously improve the quality of our content.
- Editing and Post-Production:
- Edit raw footage into polished, engaging videos that tell a compelling story.
- Add graphics, animations, and other visual effects to enhance video content when deemed necessary.
- Ensure all videos are properly formatted and optimized for each platform, including aspect ratio, resolution, and file size.
- Work with the in-house and external marketing team to ensure videos are aligned with SEO best practices and are optimized for maximum reach and engagement.
- Project Management:
- Manage multiple video projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of all content.
- Maintain organized files and documentation for all video projects, including scripts, shot lists, and project timelines.
- Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners to ensure the smooth execution of video projects.
- Content Strategy Support:
- Collaborate with the content and marketing teams to align video content with broader content strategy and strategic goals.
- Participate in content planning meetings and provide input on video strategy and direction.
- Education in film/communication or a minimum of four (4) years related experience and/or training.
- Proven experience as a videographer and editor, with a portfolio of work in digital video production.
- Proficiency in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, etc.).
- Strong understanding of video production techniques and equipment, including lighting, sound, and camera operation.
- Experience creating content for YouTube, OTT platforms, broadcast and social media channels.
- Proficient on company provided hardware and software, including Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Passion for cars, especially collector cars, is a plus.