Videographer VI
A Videographer VI position just opened up in Pasadena, CA at the JPL/NASA facility. In this role you will support a range of video storytelling and communications needs. You will be responsible for independently executing video projects from concept development through final delivery, with the ability to work across pre-production, field production, and post-production with minimal oversight. You must have a minimum of 8 years of related experience and be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident.
Location: Pasadena, CA 91109
Position: Videographer VI – Part Time/As Needed
Pay Rate: $70 – $122/hour DOE
Duration: 18 months or longer
Schedule: Part Time/As Needed
*A portfolio/demo reel will be required to be submitted for the position
The ideal candidate is a highly capable visual storyteller with demonstrated experience producing a variety of content, including short documentary-style pieces, interview-driven videos, and digital/social media content. This role requires a contractor who can use their own professional camera equipment and editing system.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Independently manage video projects from initial concept through final delivery.
- Develop creative approaches, story structure, scripts, outlines, interview plans, and production strategies based on project objectives.
- Provide full-service video production support, including producing, shooting, basic audio recording, and editing.
- Capture high-quality video using contractor-provided professional camera equipment and related production gear.
- Conduct a range of video shoots, including interviews, documentary-style field production, b-roll capture, and short-form digital content
- Edit video content using contractor-provided editing hardware/software, including Adobe Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve.
- Manage all phases of post-production, including media organization, rough cuts, revisions, audio cleanup, color correction, finishing, and delivery of final assets.
- Produce content in multiple formats and aspect ratios for various platforms and audiences, including short documentaries, internal communications, promotional videos, and social media-friendly content.
- Coordinate with project stakeholders as needed while demonstrating the ability to execute assignments independently and with limited supervision.
- Meet agreed-upon production schedules and delivery deadlines while maintaining a high standard of technical and creative quality.
Requirements:
- Demonstrated experience producing, shooting, and editing professional video content from start to finish.
- Strong story development skills, including scripting, interview shaping, narrative structure, and editorial judgment.
- Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and/or DaVinci Resolve.
- Experience shooting on 4K or higher-resolution camera systems.
- Ability to provide and work from a contractor-owned computer/editing system capable of supporting professional post-production workflows.
- Strong understanding of camera operation, composition, lighting, audio recording, and visual storytelling.
- Strong post-production experience, including media management, editing, and preparation of final deliverables.
- Experience producing a variety of content types, including short documentary, interview-driven, promotional, and social media-friendly video.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
About our client:
Our client is a research and development lab federally funded by NASA and managed by Caltech. Manages many of NASA’s robotic missions exploring Earth, the solar system, and our universe.
This particular client is requiring that all new hires show proof of vaccination. However, accommodations may be made for those with disabilities or religious reasons who cannot obtain a vaccine.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is the match for this position please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
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