About this role
Job Description Position Summary Video Producers are creative strategists and trusted partners who work collaboratively with the CSU Learning Design Team to build exceptional online educational experiences for students in both credit and non-credit programs. Operating at the intersection of storytelling and pedagogy, this full-time position supports the production and curation of instructional video while working closely with instructional designers as they partner with faculty to develop online, hybrid, and residential courses. Their work is grounded in collaboration, driven by learner-centered design, and fueled by an in-depth understanding of producing informational and educational videos that make learning relevant, accessible, and responsive.
At every stage of the learning lifecycle, Video Producers are active designers and problem-solvers who balance creative energy with structured production planning. They surface content needs through consultation and research, co-create video experiences that align with learner goals and CSU priorities, and organize the people, platforms, and processes needed for seamless delivery across multiple modalities. Video Producers are expected to become familiar with systems that support online course delivery, leading through influence and technical expertise to ensure productions run smoothly while adapting to real-time feedback and evolving educational technologies. Their impact extends beyond individual deliverables to strengthening CSU's broader digital presence, championing visual storytelling that connects learners across disciplines, regions, and delivery formats while building sustainable video production pathways that reflect the university's commitment to innovation and accessibility.
Full Consideration Date 8/10/2026
Description of the Work Unit The CSU Learning Innovation Team leads the design and activation of educational solutions that are agile, accessible, and aligned to the needs of modern learners. This team fosters cross-campus and cross-sector collaboration to co-create offerings that are responsive, scalable, and learner-centered—inspiring individuals to thrive across a lifetime of learning.
Colorado State University encourages professional development and provides an Employee Study Privilege with up to nine credit hours of tuition assistance annually.
Essential Job Duties
• Create and develop multimedia (audio/video) content for instructional courses, customer stories, promotional materials, recruiting videos, and other educational projects across credit and non-credit programs.
• Plan, shoot, and edit informational/educational video content using advanced recording techniques for studio and on-site locations.
• Collaborate effectively with the Learning Production Team, Instructional Design Team, faculty, and university stakeholders.
• Troubleshoot software and hardware issues independently, resolving most technical problems without escalation.
• Create and maintain documentation including standard operating procedures, filming checklists, faculty preparation guides, and self-capture best practices.
Conditions of Employment
• Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires).
• Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date.
• The successful candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States by the proposed start date; Learning Production and Training will not sponsor a visa for this position.
Supervision This position has no supervisory responsibility.
Minimum Qualifications
• Completed bachelor’s degree in journalism, television production, public relations, marketing, communications or closely related field.
• 3 years of experience in digital media production, including planning, shooting, and editing informational or educational film.
Preferred Qualifications
• Advanced degree in Videography, Film, Journalism and Technical Communication, Digital Media, or related field.
• Experience coordinating and scheduling video production for consecutive projects with competing deadlines.
• Ability to configure, operate and maintain studio and/or field audio, lighting, cameras, and associated production equipment.
• Awareness of the importance of and the ability to produce video that is accessible (e.g., familiar with the use of closed-captioning tools).
• Experience with processes relevant to the development of media in a higher education environment.
• Familiarity with copyright compliance and fair use.
• Demonstrated experience successfully working with university faculty and staff.
• Excellent writing and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively as an individual contributor and member of multiple internal and external teams and organizations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, work independently, and meet strict deadlines.
• Experience using drones to capture video.
Application Instructions For full consideration, all materials must be RECEIVED in Workday no later than 12:00 AM Mountain Time on Monday, August 10, 2026. Please submit the following to apply:
• Resume
• Cover letter addressing how professional experiences align with identified required and preferred qualifications of the position
For questions regarding the job vacancy, responsibilities, and hourly pay rate, please contact Jenee Weitzel at Jenee.Weitzel@colostate.edu.
Salary Range $50,000-$60,000 Required Application Documents To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Cover Letter, Resume/CV Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Colorado State University (CSU) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.