About this role
High Point University’s Office of Communications is seeking a Social Media Video Editor. Are you a master at grabbing attention in just a few seconds with your video edits? Do you live and breathe video trends–crafting videos that stop thumbs mid-scroll? We’re on the hunt for a creative powerhouse to join the High Point University social media team as a video editor. As the video editor, you will know how to tailor videos for maximum engagement on various platforms. You will transform raw footage into jaw-dropping edits – quick cuts, snappy captions, the perfect sound bite. You will deliver polished, hype-worthy videos that are ready to go live. You will enjoy collaboration and work hand-in-hand with our creative team to brainstorm bold ideas, take feedback like a pro and push every project to the next level. You will be ready to highlight High Point University’s incredible distinctions in both long-form and short-form video storytelling and work with a dynamic, forward-thinking team that values creativity and innovation. Your work will be seen by thousands (or millions!) and make a difference in how people experience our university brand.QUALIFICATIONS: Education
• Bachelor’s degree required
Experience and Training:
• Comprehensive knowledge of Premiere Pro and the Adobe Creative Suite • Strong creative and storytelling abilities • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple briefs simultaneously • Expertise in building creative edits aligned with trends and culture • Flexibility in adapting ideas • Innovative approach to executing social content and advertising • Strong organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks • Experienced with videography fundamentals (F-stops, shutter speed, white balance) • Proficiency with audio recording and editing • Understanding of video compression and export settings (H.265, bitrates) • Track record of creating engaging social media content • Experienced in animated caption/subtitle creation • Unmatched attention to detail and organizational skills. • Have a deep understanding of short form content – hooks, storytelling, pacing, and strategy
Essential Functions:
• Directs and shoots professional-quality video content featuring HPU students, faculty and staff, as well as at on-location events • Edits and produces compelling video that enhance our brand on social media • Manages the complete video production lifecycle from pre-production (scripting/storyboarding) to final delivery (encoding/uploading to social) • Repackages content to get greatest exposure for existing footage and stories • Creates professional captions and subtitles via transcription • Assembles raw footage and transfer or uploading to a computer • Analyzes and follow a script, screenplay or outline when performing edits • Inputs sound to enhance footage, which may include selecting music and writing voice-overs • Adds graphics to enhance footage • Digitally splices film and video, synchronizing them into one rough cut file • Improves and corrects lighting, coloring and faulty footage • Works closely with Directors to present a final product that matches their vision • Make revisions to edits upon request • Create motion graphics and visual effects to enhance video content • Ensures consistent visual style and production quality across all video project • Maintains a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating effectively with students, students’ parents, faculty, co-workers and managers. • Passionately promote The Premier Life Skills University through content in a manner consistent with the university’s brand.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
• Ensures the University is positively represented in all videos • Ensures projects are completed and published on schedule • Ensure videos are amplified and repackaged appropriately to best promote university stories and our mission • Ensures content is consistent with the university brand and positively promotes the university.
For more information about this position, please contact Kaylee Billings, Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Marketing | Office of Communications at kbillings@highpoint.edu