About the role#
The Federal Work Study Videographer & Editor supports the School of Game Development by documenting department activities. You will work with the Department Manager and the Creative Media Intern to showcase student projects, faculty interviews, and department events. This role helps you build technical skills in video production while supporting the department's visual presence.
What you'll do#
- Plan, shoot, and edit professional videos, including both long-form and short-form content.
- Operate cameras, audio equipment, and other production tools.
- Review raw footage to create organized, trimmed selects.
- Collaborate on technical editing tasks like project setup, timeline organization, and file handoff.
- Maintain and organize video assets, including raw footage and project files.
- Ensure all content meets department brand standards and quality expectations.
- Stay current on social media trends and video techniques.
- Implement feedback from directors and managers to refine your work.
What you'll need#
- Familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects.
- Experience with camera operations, audio recording, and visual storytelling.
- Strong organizational skills to manage large amounts of footage.
- Attention to detail and the ability to meet project deadlines.
- Ability to adapt your style for different platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn.
- Proficiency with Google Drive and standard file sharing processes.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to feedback.
Location & details#
- Location: 180 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm.
- Hours: 15 to 20 hours per week.
- Compensation: $19.61 per hour.
- Term: Rolling, from your starting term through graduation.
About Academy of Art University
Academy of Art University is a private art and design institution based in San Francisco. Founded in 1929, it currently serves over 18,000 students across 21 areas of study. The university employs a faculty of industry professionals to teach degree programs ranging from associate to master levels. It is the largest accredited private art and design university in the nation.
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