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Department:
Kogod School of Business
Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Job Description:
Summary:
Under the supervision of the Senior Designer, the student
videographer & editor contributes to audio-visual content
production for Kogod School of Business media. This includes the
school website, social channels, promotional materials, and
internal communications. The student is expected to show
responsibility, judgment, and enthusiasm for high-quality content
creation, supporting the creative team and working both
independently and with fellow peers.
Essential Functions:
- Assist in creating and editing videos, animations, and graphics
for digital campaigns, events, and web/social channels.
Assist in editing and reviewing video projects from start to
finish.
Shoot video of events and interviews, using Sony cameras and
equipment.
Support faculty, staff, and student group projects with
creative video production.
Research new video trends and creative techniques relevant to
higher education media.
Ensure all media aligns with Kogod School of Business brand
guidelines and accessibility standards, including closed captioning
and subtitles.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- Part-time.
- 10 hours per week.
Salary Range:
- $18.40 - $20.00 per hour.
Required Education and Experience:
- Must be a currently enrolled student at the American University
with a valid AU email account and in good academic standing.
- Portfolio of video/media work or school projects showing
editing, filming, and creative skills.
- Experience or strong interest in video production, editing, and
multimedia storytelling.
- Proficiency in or willingness to learn Adobe Creative Suite
(Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator) and relevant
media production software.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time management
skills.
- Ability to troubleshoot creative or technical challenges.
- Attention to detail for proofing and quality checking final
products.
- Ability to balance both work related tasks and personal/school
life.
- Willingness to work with colleagues in a team setting and
independently.
Additional Eligibility Qualifications:
- Experience with Sony camera video production equipment is a
plus.
- Must be willing and able to lift items up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to work with diverse populations.
- Can-do attitude, positivity, patience, and flexibility.
- Flexible schedule with some set hours.
Other Details
- This position is available only to enrolled American
University students.
- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice.
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