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Videographer and Photographer, Marketing
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Position Number: 5048225
Location: New York, New York
Position Type: Communications - Public Relations and Advertising

Videographer and Photographer, Marketing

Marketing and Communications, Lincoln Center

Fordham University

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Fordham University has an excellent reputation as a dynamic institution located in New York City. ÂFounded in 1841, Fordham enrolls more than 16,000 undergraduate and graduate students in its 9 Colleges and Schools.

Fordham University offers aÂcomprehensive and competitive benefits packageÂto its employees, which includesÂmedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

We offerÂtuition remissionÂfor employees and their dependents

A generous employer match towards a 403(b)Âretirement plan.

As a tax-exempt organization under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC),ÂFordham is considered a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan ForgivenessÂ(PSLF) program, a federal program designed to forgive student loan debt for employees of certain public and certain nonprofit employers.

As part of itsÂwork-life balanceÂprogram, the University providesÂgenerous PTOÂincluding 15 vacation days, 12 sick days, 2 personal days, 6 summer Fridays, andÂholidaysÂthat include paid time off between Christmas and New year.

University employees have access to theÂEmployee Assistance ProgramÂ(EAP). EAP provides no-cost, professional, and confidential services, to help employees and family members address a variety of personal, family, life, and work-related issues.

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Hybrid Policy:ÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ

Please review the Hybrid Policy here.

https://www.fordham.edu/human-resources/policies-guides-and-agreements/hybridremote-work-policy-for-administrators/

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Position Summary

Fordham Universityâ€™s Marketing Videographer and Photographer creates engaging video content that supports the universityâ€™s strategic enrollment and fundraising goals as well as key stakeholders such as schools and departments within the university. Reporting to the Senior Director of Creative Services, the person in this position will be part of a talented in-house creative team who specializes in strategic problem solving and storytelling across media platforms.

The ideal candidate is a creative, fast-moving, flexible individual with a good eye who can tell the Fordham story through both moving and still images for multiple audiences on multiple platforms. Videos and photographs created by this individual will be featured in Fordhamâ€™s marketing materials from print, to the website, to social, and paid advertising campaigns.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement pursuant to Universityâ€™s Hybrid/Remote Work Policy.

Essential FunctionsÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ

Shoots video and photos on set and on locationâ€"on Fordhamâ€™s campuses and throughout NYC.

Sets up and takes down cameras, miÂcrophones, lighting, props and other equipment.

Edits footage and photos after shooting.

Adds lower thirds, captions, and effects to videos that are consistent with Fordhamâ€™s brand.

Shoots b-roll at both campuses on a regular basis

Selects, cleans and performs mainteÂnance (including some repairs) on equipment when able.

Experiments with styles and techÂniques, including the design of graphic elements.

Suggests or selects music.

Corrects color.

Assists in the management of video and photo archives.

Maintains appropriate licensing rights for use of music and other intellectual property.

Collaborates closely with the Marketing team and university partners on strategy to deliverables, interprets creative directives, and implements feedback.

Travels between Fordhamâ€™s Bronx and Manhattan campuses, and other locations in NYC, as neededâ€"sometimes on short notice.

Performs work on weekends and evenings when necessary.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.

The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Required Qualifications: Education and ExperienceÂÂÂÂÂÂÂÂ

High school diploma or equivalent.

3+ years of experience producing multimedia for the purpose of marketing a company or an institution.

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Required Qualifications: Knowledge and SkillsÂÂÂÂÂ

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.

Multitasking skills for working on many projects at once with multiple deadlines.

Strong communication skills for collaborating with clients, staff and students.

Ability to communicate with diverse professionals in a positive, collegial manner.

Ability to tell stories visually and create compelling and inspiring narratives.

Proficient in telling a cohesive story and develop concepts that support the university and departmental strategic goals.

Physical ability to move and hold recording equipÂment for long periods.

Strong working knowledge of Adobe Premiere CC, Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, and Motion graphics technology.

Knowledge of ADA compliant regulations.

Knowledge of basic organizational web tools: Google Drive (preferable), email managers, video conference programs, and calendars.

Demonstrated comprehensive, in-depth knowledge of pre-production/planning, storyboarding, studio and field production, lighting/grip, audio engineering, video composition, and video/image compression for multiple delivery platforms.

Knowledge of post-production techÂniques.

Expert knowledge in lighting especially for indoor shoots, sound recording, and editing.

Experience capturing/importing media, organizing raw media, editing footage and sound files, creating and inserting static and motion graphics, closed captioning, adding music/voice over, media management and archiving project media, and posting to YouTube and other social platforms.

Up to date with new industry technological advances, software and equipment.

Strong knowledge of the latest trends and best practices in successful and measurable audience engagement through multimedia projects.

Administrative and project management skills.

A strong eye for detail and ability to work autonomously as well as a team member.

Willingness to learn and champion Fordhamâ€™s values, mission and identity.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Preferred QualificationsÂ

Bachelorâ€™s degree in communications, media arts, multimedia production, photography, or related field.

Animation skills.

Minimum Starting Salary: $70,000

Maximum Starting Salary: $80,000

Note: Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

FLSA: Exempt

START DATE: ASAP

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APPLY HERE: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/6916

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ABOUT FORDHAM

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its 9 colleges and schools.Â It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

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Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer â€" Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories