Video Production Specialist

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Candidates must submit a portfolio, demo reel, or links to previous work that demonstrate exceptional storytelling, advanced editing skills, and a proven ability to grow and engage audiences. Work samples should highlight long‑form storytelling, episodic or series-based content, or content strategically designed to maximize audience retention, engagement, and platform-native viewing behavior.

Position Information

Job Title

Job Title Video Production Specialist

Position Class Type

Position Class Type Regular

Position Type

Position Type Staff

Other Position Information

About Kettering:
Kettering University is a national leader in experiential STEM and business education, integrating an intense academic curriculum with applied professional experience. We inspire students to realize their potential and advance their ideas by combining theory and practice better than any institution in the world. Kettering University is dedicated to achieving the extraordinary through technological innovation, leadership, and service, built on values that foster respect, integrity, creativity, collaboration, and excellence in growth, global leadership, community outreach, and an engaged community of stakeholders.

• Benefits: include health, dental and vision coverage; retirement benefits with up to a 9% Kettering matching contribution; life and accident insurance; tuition assistance and waiver programs; vacation and holiday pay; sick and disability pay; home purchase assistance program; recreation center membership; and many other benefits.

To learn more please view the Kettering University Profile.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, Adobe Certified Professional, Certified Final Cut Pro Editor, or 3-5 years equivalent experience.
• Part 107 license/Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA or willingness to train preferred;
• Experience with Digital Asset Management, meta-tagging, and SEO optimization of digital assets preferred.
• A natural curiosity for exploring emerging technologies, including AI-powered creative tools, automation, and evolving digital platforms to strengthen storytelling, improve production efficiency, and deepen audience engagement.

Job Specific Required Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in an Editor position;
• Experience producing and editing video content for a variety of digital platforms, including You Tube, Vimeo, social media shorts, reels, advertisements, web content, etc.;
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; proven ability to work well with colleagues in a collaborative atmosphere.
• Highly organized and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously to deliver high-quality video projects in a timely manner, on a tight deadline when needed;
• Advanced knowledge of professional production procedures, practices, project tracking/management, techniques, and terminology;
• Demonstrate the ability to craft project outlines and storyboards to capture content and “tell the story” in a captivating form;
• Can keep on top of current video trends, innovations in camera and lighting technology, and effective practices to stay on top of creating effective videos that will best connect with our audience;
• Demonstrate high-level ability to create brand-aligned, visually captivating content, including depth of understanding of the University’s brand guidelines for visual communication, including style and tone.
• Ability to innovate with outside-the-box techniques through experimenting with trending/modern opportunities;
• Proficiency with Mac computers and video editing software:
  Adobe Creative Suite – including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, (additional programs are a plus);
• Well-versed in color grading, the use of LUTs, and log footage.
• Proficiency in operating DSLR cameras, lighting, and a full range of lenses.

Understanding and Commitment to Kettering University Values:
a. RESPECT : for teamwork, honesty, encouragement, diversity, partnerships with students.
b. INTEGRITY : including accountability, transparency, and ethics.
c. CREATIVITY : fostering flexibility and innovation.
d. COLLABORATION : across disciplines and with all partners.
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