Part-Time Science-U Videographer - Eberly College of Science

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Office of Science Outreach in the Eberly College of Science is currently seeking enthusiastic applicants for Videographer positions in the Science-U summer science camp program.

For assigned camps, Science-U videographers are expected to take the necessary digital movie footage of Science-U campers and staff during program hours, edit video footage to create short films with closed captioning for future marketing or digital outreach utilization, and deliver completed video(s) by dates determined with the Science Outreach Director.

Videographers will discuss filming, editing, and delivery schedules as well as the expectations for finished video products with the Science Outreach Director before each camp they are assigned. Videographers are expected to be efficiently responsive to Science Outreach staff comments on videos before finalizing videos and posting them to requested social media channels. Individuals should be punctual, creative, dynamic, and know how to use Final Cut Pro or Premiere editing software or have skills in other software to produce quality videos under time-sensitive deadlines.

Science-U videographers work up to 20 hours per week, so this position is ideal for students who need summer hours for class or other obligations.

• Demonstrated success and enthusiasm for video production, especially in a youth setting
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills
• Reliability and ability to follow a schedule, which is communicated in advance

A typical work week for most camps is 20 hours, with an hourly wage starting at $12.70 per hour.

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

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