Photographer/Videographer

Job Position(s): Photographer/Videographer

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Lexington, Kentucky Creative 45000 – 55000 usd / year Fri, Sep 03, 2021 Full time **Department**: Creative

**Job Status:** Full-time

**Schedule:** 9am- 5pm

**Reports to:** Associate Creative Director

**Travel: 5-10% Locally**

The Videographer/Photographer/Editor will shoot, edit, convert and upload creative content for social media marketing, vlogs, podcasts, etc. The Videographer/Photographer/Editor will also assist with writing titles, descriptions, closed captioning and tags for photos and videos. They will be responsible for creative direction of photoshoots and videos.

**Essential Functions**

* The Videographer/Photographer/Editor performs a wide range of duties, including the following:

* Operate, maintain, and set-up all photography, video, audio and lighting equipment;

* Possesses a strong work ethic and willingness to take initiative and be proactive;

* Comfortable working with different personalities, new people and subject matter experts;

* Research industry and competitor trends and suggest new content ideas;

* Collaborate with internal departments on projects and assignments;

* Craft stories that are consistent with Shop Local Kentucky’s photography, mission, and communication goals;

* Pack, and transport video camera, tripods, lighting, microphones, and other associated equipment to all sites and other necessary locations;

* Conduct a handheld photo or video recording of the street and other exterior scenes;

* Take still photographs for Shop Local Kentucky events both internal and external (outreach) events;

* Manage media by importing and backing up all media files;

* Editing and creating videos;

* Collaborate with Shop Local Kentucky creative team in the post production process;

* Export, compress, and upload videos and photographs;

* Record interviews, podcasts, and upload to specified platforms

**Qualifications**

* Bachelors Degree in Digital Cinematography and Film, or related field is preferred;

* Must be proficient using specialized software such as – Final Cut Pro X, and Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign);

* Must have experience filming, directing and editing video;

* Proficient using a PC and MAC based computer;

* Proficient using DLSR, video, audio and lighting equipment;

* Ability to work in a creative, fast-paced environment;

* Excellent communication and organizational skills with innate attention to detail;

* Ability to work independently on projects and also collaborate as a strong team member.

**Competencies**

* Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.

* Communicate Effectively: Communicate in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.

* Creativity/Innovation: Develop ways to improve operations of the organization and to create new opportunities.

* Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.

* Support Diversity: Treat all people with respect; value diverse perspectives; treat others fairly without regard to disability, race, sex, color, religion, or sexual orientation; recognize differences as opportunities to learn and gain by working together.

* Demonstrate Professionalism: Complete work in a timely, consistent manner; work hours necessary to complete assigned work; is regularly present and punctual; arrive prepared for work; devote energy to do the best job possible; keep commitments.

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