Position for FlyOver Productions Vancouver

This role will be based in Vancouver, BC, or Las Vegas, NV, and legal ability to work in the respective country is required. The salary for this role is $60k-$65k.

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The Cinematographer/Videographer/Editor (“CVE”) will co-report to the Content Production Manager (“CPM”), and the Vice President (“VP”) of FlyOver Attractions.

The CVE will provide creative direction and production, where needed, for all aspects of internal video, digital, and asset production projects for FlyOver Productions. Typical projects for the CVE could include complete project management of ‘BTS’ film and pre-show creations, film and attraction trailers, in-attraction pre and post show video/digital content, FlyOver safety video’s, FlyOver training videos, and more.

In addition, the CVE will be part of the FlyOver Productions film team, as needed, and will gain exposure in the production and postproduction techniques for FlyOver films.

Support will also be provided for creative projects that support FlyOver Attractions operations, marketing, and sales that are focused on elevating the FlyOver brand and guest experience.

This role is key to bringing FlyOver creative projects to life successfully and maximizing the creative potential of the work.

The CVE will demonstrate expert-level project management and/or implementation (concept, production, directing, and editing as needed per project) while also participating in the production of FlyOver films.
A passion for making a difference while using the flying ride format as a vehicle to curate meaningful and exciting guest entertainment is one of the most important aspects of this position.

• Produce creative projects with multiple types of deliverables and of various complexities, size, and budgets while working closely with, and support, the larger creative team
• Review of creative work during development for feasibility, budget, and look for ways to maximize the level of creative execution.
• Oversee project workflow, budgets, and deliverables in conjunction with the CPM.
• Develop new strategies and workflows to maximize efficiency.
• Engage and manage any third-party vendors, contractors, and/or production companies.
• Develop industry partnerships, where appropriate.

• Experience overseeing the full cycle of short film production from concept to editing to final product on a small scale’
• Ability to confidently lead production on projects, ask questions others may not be thinking about and make decisions
• Excellent creative problem-solving skills
• Previous works with both outside production companies and internal production partners.
• Advanced experience in all aspects of film production (concept, production, post-production, including editing)
• Relevant knowledge of web, mobile and software technologies
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and Final Cut X preferred

What You’ll Need to Bring to The Job

• A creative vision that understands the importance and opportunity that a flying ride attraction presents to tell entertaining and meaningful stories about a place, its people, and its culture.
• A true team player attitude and willingness to learn
• Able to travel freely outside of the respective country you’re based within

This list describes at a high level what this job requires, but no job description can anticipate every single task, issue or project that could come up. Pursuit reserves the right to adjust, reduce, add, or change job tasks as needed for the success of the business. This role will be based in Vancouver, BC, or Las Vegas, NV, and legal ability to work in the respective country is required.

Pursuit strongly recommends all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19; as vaccine policies vary between the US and Canada, some unvaccinated candidates may be subject to certain restrictions. To handle this job successfully, any person hired must be able to perform responsibilities as described. Pursuit will make any reasonable accommodation to help a person with disabilities perform their job.

Pursuit is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.

ABOUT FLYOVER ATTRACTIONS
The FlyOver attractions team brings new attractions to life and oversees existing operations. FlyOver, the Ultimate Flying Ride, utilizes state-of-the-art technology to give you the feeling of flight. You hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-metre spherical screen while our film whisks you away on an exhilarating journey across some of the world’s most iconic landscapes. Special effects, including wind, mist and scents, combine with the ride’s motion to create an unforgettable experience. Currently, there are FlyOver’s located in Vancouver, B.C., Reykjavik, Iceland, Las Vegas Nevada and coming soon – in Chicago and Toronto. Several future FlyOver locations are proposed and are in the development stage.

ABOUT PURSUIT

Pursuit is a hospitality and attractions company that connects guests and staff to iconic places through unforgettable and inspiring experiences and strives to become the world’s leading provider of experiential adventure travel. Pursuit generates revenue and shareholder value as one of two business units operated by Viad, an S&P SmallCap 600 international experiential services company, traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol VVI.
We deliver rich travel experiences to the global market in iconic destinations through its unique hotels and lodges, recreational attractions, ground transportation services, retail, food and beverage, sightseeing, tours and travel products.

Pursuit is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.