Town of Snowmass Village, Colorado is hiring: Snowmass Tourism Videographer Cont

THIS IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY THIS IS A REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Video Contractor Overview:

For the 2024-2025 Winter season, Snowmass Tourism is seeking a videographer to capture and produce high-quality footage and promotional materials that demonstrate Snowmass as a world-renowned tourist destination.

Specifically, the videographer will produce deliverables in the three following categories throughout the 2024-2025 Winter Season:

1. Library Footage:
   • Videographer will shoot independently 3-4 times per month in the Winter season to capture high quality footage for Snowmass' video library
   • Topics range from scenic, activities, lifestyle, local stakeholders, community events, & more.
2. Destination Promotional Videos:
   • Approximately 3 high quality edited videos. Note: Promo videos will be produced as needed. Once Snowmass Tourism initiates videographer, turnaround time to be under 2 weeks
   • Up to 2 minutes in length
   • Topics range from destination overviews, events, activities, conferences, groups, & more .
3. B-Roll Highlight Reel:
   • Season highlights from videographer's library footage

Ideal Candidate:

• An expert in video production and editing with professional shooting and editing equipment, 4k quality
• Passionate about and involved with activities found in Snowmass – nature, skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, scenic beauty, family fun, community character, and more
• Works creatively and independently
• Is responsive, reliable, and flexible
• Based in the Roaring Fork Valley

About Snowmass:

All work for Snowmass Tourism must capture the essence and spirit of the Village by reflecting the brand promise and personality traits outlined below.

• Personality traits: welcoming, spacious, effortless, open & playful.
• Brand Promise: Snowmass inspires soulful connections, nourishes self-discovery, and magnifies what really matters.

Please note Snowmass Tourism is a separate entity from Aspen Snowmass Skiing Company.

Example Snowmass Tourism Videos:

• Love Letter to Snowmass
• Group/Conference Specific Promotional Video

Usage

All footage shared will be licensed to Snowmass Tourism in perpetuity for use in all marketing and released by Snowmass. Snowmass Tourism will retain unrestricted rights to utilize any footage and video assets produced for and shared with Snowmass for any purpose. All footage and video assets may be shared with marketing partners, including, but not limited to, area Lodges, Groups, Retailers, Restaurants, Stakeholders, national and international Tour Operators, etc. Transferrable licensing to said partners will include website usage, collateral usage, and digital and commercial advertising (not to be used in national commercial) for the purpose of promoting travel and tourism to Snowmass.

Eligibility

Only videographers with reviewable portfolios and relevant experience are eligible to apply. Must agree to Snowmass Tourism Contractor Guidelines.

Compensation

$12,000 will be provided for the months of February through the end of April 2025 ($4,000 per month). Contract has the opportunity to renew for the summer season and beyond.

How to Apply

Videographers interested in this project must prepare and submit the following:

• Current resume and samples of work
• Completed application due by end of day Friday, January 31st 2025
• Any questions, please contact Rachel Falk rfalk@gosnowmass.com