Videographer​/Editor

Tasks

• Videography and Editing on Pioneer PBS produced programs
• Provide technical consistency and quality control for production in multiple formats (live, pre-recorded, studio-based, web formats, etc.)
• Stay current with trends and skills in editing, videography, graphics, program content and delivery via multiple formats
• Work with program producers, videographers, underwriting representatives, and others to prepare content for distribution
• Work cooperatively with representatives of all Pioneer departments to advance Pioneer’s mission.
• Develop promos for Pioneer PBS content
• Maintain a work schedule that is consistent with the needs of Pioneer, the production teams, with long hours as needed to complete productions, and as defined in consultation with your supervisor
• Participate in Pioneer events and station-wide projects
• Work with photographers, editors, writers, researchers, narrators, web designers, underwriters, and others in a collaborative approach to deliver high-quality content to Pioneer audiences
• Develop related materials that “enhances, educates, or promotes” the subject matter
• Experiment on new platforms to widen the audience for the content created through social and other developing technologies.

• Integrity to develop and maintain strong, trusting working relationships with other Pioneer staff, free-lance workers, and production team members
• Leadership to embrace teamwork and collaboration
• Ability to shoot and edit video for TV, the web, social platforms and other distribution systems as needed
• Technical skill and intuitive understanding for video and editing technologies—from software to closed captioning to audio and video standards--including the ability to assess and address problems in a complex system
• Understanding of, and ability to utilize production lighting
• Ability for independent thought, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the foresight to involve leaders and management as needed to resolve problems early
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Accuracy and exceptional attention to detail
• Excellent communication, people, and organizational skills
• An even temperament, even when working under tight deadlines
• Willingness to work long hours occasionally when production deadlines demand. Flexible, evening & on occasion overnights.
• Dedication to the mission of Pioneer PBS
• Respect for colleagues and for the mission of public television
• Public relations skills to build and maintain relationships with the public
• Ability to learn quickly, especially with technology
• Be a self-starter, show initiative
• Must be able to receive direction regarding content creation and complete assignments on time with minimal supervision, including working on your own
• Ability to work well under deadlines is a must. In-state travel required, occasional out-of-state.
• Physical requirements:
  
  Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and/or working on a computer.

BA Journalism, Production or Mass/Comm or 5+ years of related experience.