Cinematographer

Major Duties

• Capture and maintain a robust library of visual content for use in design, website, social media content, and production.
• Edit video, following the expectations of Bellevue’s brand and quality standards.
• Oversee assigned shoots to ensure quality and consistency in areas of video, lighting, and audio.
• Lead and develop volunteer videography teams.
• Maintain videography equipment as needed.
• Complete all other duties deemed necessary by the direct supervisor to achieve Bellevue’s mission.

Specific Tasks

• Capture video of events as needed.
• Ingest, tag, and deliver videos from shoots.
• Edit photos after shoots.
• Edit assigned videos.
• Work with stakeholders to create the look and feel needed for creative shoots.
• Plan and execute video setups for shoots.
• Train volunteers, participating in organized volunteer training as well as individual training.
• Schedule volunteers to help cover events as needed.
• Clean and maintain the gear room and studio.
• Stay informed on new technology and forecast future needs.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in video production or photography or three–five years of experience working as a photographer or videographer

Certificate/License

None

Specific Experience

• Excellent theoretical and proven knowledge of shooting and editing techniques and application
• Understanding of visual balance and composition, especially involving graphics and typesetting
• Thorough understanding of video preproduction, production, and postproduction techniques and practices
• Ability to take a concept to completion on a limited timeline with rigid deadlines
• Experience with end-to-end video editing, both long- and short-form, including multicam, audio, and graphics and a working understanding of animation software
• Experience working on a video set with multiple crew members

Specific Skills

• Proficiency in video editing using efficient and visually relevant styles
• Extensive understanding of multiple different camera platforms
• High-level creativity, ability to outline ideas, and ability to develop an organized approach to storytelling
• Excellent reading, writing, and typing skills
• Organization skills and ability to be a self-starter

Physical Abilities

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Supervised By

Post Supervisor

Supervisor’s Philosophy

The supervisor will give direct input when needed, but the employee is expected to work independently and proactively on a weekly basis.

Supervises

There are no direct reports; however, the employee must exhibit leadership in the team’s visual style and production organization.

Co-Workers

The employee will work with all Media team members.

Days/Hours

40 hours per week; typically Sunday through Thursday or Monday through Friday. However, the employee will often be expected to work late and on weekends as production needs dictate, especially during peak seasons and for large presentations like the Singing Christmas Tree and CampOutrageous.

Compensation Plan

Salary. Exempt.

Career Growth Opportunities

The opportunity exists to take on broader oversight of creative production.

Safety/Ergonomic Issues

The employee will occasionally work with heavy equipment, climb ladders, and complete other similar tasks. The employee must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

Fast-paced and deadline-driven with high expectations.

Working Conditions

Mostly standard control room conditions (70 degrees). Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, or loud noises.