Assistant Video Producer, UCAN AV Studio
Seeking an individual who will support our clients’ Creative Content Managers on the AV Studio team (specifically for US/CANADA markets). Key responsibilities include being able to ensure AV creative content assets are QC’d, delivered on time for maximum impact, and supporting the overall mechanics of executing shoots and delivery of content to all internal partners. Being a passionate and excited storyteller, being hyper organized, and being collaborative are critical to the success of this position.
Ideal Candidate.
This person is someone who has the ambition of being a producer and/or editor and can multitask well. Someone who is able to juggle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively against deadlines in a high volume environment with grace and patience. The candidate may have a history of working at a large agency or within an internal creative department at a studio (i.e. Disney’s Hive or Uni’s Inside Job). At their core, they understand project management and have an appreciation for and a passion for creativity, and most importantly for FILM. They enjoy logistics, planning, and creation relatively equally – they are excited by all aspects of the job, not just the shiny fun/glamorous parts.
The candidate is someone who is detail-oriented and able to catch small mistakes naturally: misspelling, poorly formatted documents, as well as technical errors with video (i.e dropped frames, wrong color, missing fades, wrong slate, wrong frame rate, wrong resolution etc).
This person is tech-savvy when it comes to post production workflows and software, while also
understanding the basics of production gear.
Qualifications:
This person has 3 – 4 years experience working across TV or Films in a marketing, publicity creative or production capacity. This person LOVES film, always seeks ancillary show content – searching for and scouring the internet for more. Creative content, talent interviews, everything they can get their hands on when it comes to the shows they love and watch. They are excited for the opportunity to work in a service-oriented role but have ambitions for creative excellence within a marketing or publicity capacity.
Responsibilities.
- Be a passionate storyteller with a creative eye
- Strong organizational skills
- Enjoys the logistics of production and post-production organization
- Quality control all files before going out to partners
- In-depth knowledge, and passion for, video creative through all stages of a piece’s life cycle
- Collaborative – open to taking direction and executing on it, though also comfortable proposing new workflows, and sharing ideas (creative or otherwise), for the sake of efficiency and scalability when appropriate
- Project management
- Manage delivery schedules of final assets
- Keep track of important dates and milestones
- Start of productions, access to cuts (to get started on clips)
- Organize and create documents
- Shoot concepts / divided by talent
- SOW’s / MSA’s when setting up vendors
- Attention to technical detail
- Clips – a knack for identifying key moments in a given show or episode with an understanding for how they can be used (online debuts, broadcast interviews (daytime vs. late night), etc)
- Manage and prioritize multiple projects effectively while meeting deadlines
- Assist the Creative Content Manager title lead with securing talent approvals and ensuring notes are properly executed (QC) as revisions are delivered
- Ensure that all shoot files are easy to trackable within our internal asset management tools/systems
- Update internal tracking tools with appropriate links and files as needed for a given campaign
- Capable of assisting in all facets of a shoot (remote or in person when safe/appropriate) however necessary. Including:
- Operate Open Reel/remote application software when needed
- Creating consistent documents and tracking grids across a given shoot for cross functional team access and visibility
- Scheduling
- Organize shoot files / Transcode / upload / create links at wrap
- Follow up with internal/external partners re: transcripts, file delivery, etc in order to facilitate the execution of creative kicking off
- Help with shoot and creative content planning from start to finish: Reviewing creative, helping with shot lists, broll capture needs,, reviewing and/or drafting EPK questions for talent interviews, and more
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Job Description
A student short film production is seeking passionate and dedicated crew members to join an upcoming project filming in Palo Alto. This paid opportunity is ideal for creatives looking to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative filmmaking environment. The project explores emotional storytelling and is perfect for individuals eager to contribute their skills to a meaningful and visually compelling film.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the director and production team to execute the film
- Support on-set operations within your assigned crew role
- Assist with setup, filming, and breakdown during shoot days
- Maintain professionalism and teamwork throughout production
- Contribute creatively to bring the story to life
Requirements
- Open to individuals with experience or strong interest in film production
- Available for multiple shoot days
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliable and able to follow direction on set
- Interest in storytelling and independent film projects
Compensation
- Paid student film opportunity
- Valuable on-set experience and networking
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Videographer/Editor position requires skills in a high-volume production environment specializing in the final storytelling of a project. This position is primarily responsible for assisting in the filming and editing process for company video projects. This position requires a diverse knowledge of industry standard types of cameras and production equipment along with basic Avid editing skills. They will work closely with the Producers, Videographers and Editors on staff to ensure projects are completed on time and with the highest technical and aesthetic standards. They are responsible for maintaining the company’s production assets and working with the department production calendar so that equipment is ready for each project.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Support production staff with variety of projects using production gear including various models of cameras, lenses, tripods, and other gear related to shooting.
- Work with Production team to build sets for production needs.
- Assist with general duties.
- Maintaining production equipment before and after projects.
- Coordinate the tracking of all production assets.
- Assist with research and ordering of equipment.
- Support with reporting and tracking maintenance and repairs of production equipment.
- Ingest media into company’s archiving system and prepare media for Editors.
- Log footage and edit basic to intermediate level projects.
- Operate additional cameras as needed for production needs including live events.
- ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Degree Required: Minimum college or trade school experience in production or similar field..
- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of practical field experience working in multiple aspects of film and video production.
- Color grading at intermediate level.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
- Thorough understanding of fishing, hunting, and other outdoor skills as required to best work with production team in outdoor recreation company.
- Strong work ethic. Outgoing personality with ability to interact within group of creative individuals in a dynamic and constantly changing environment. Willingness to react with short notice to changes in daily routine.
- Willing to travel as required – often locations require extensive driving and multiple night stays with early and late hours.
- Strong communication skills – able to understand direction and make themselves understood when communicating objectives for accomplishing story lines or goals of a production.
- Thorough knowledge of Avid non-linear editing systems, specifically the Avid Media Composer or similar.
- Strong working knowledge of various codecs, containers and file types used in today’s media environment.
- Able to work within a team environment including in the field or studio and in the post process, editing and finishing.
- Able to lift and carry heavy equipment in variety of terrain and conditions from very hot to very cold.
- Good driving record, able to secure Missouri Operator’s License Class E.
- Good organizational skills: able to keep multiple projects balanced at any one time
- Strong video resume required. This resume should demonstrate samples from all of the areas mentioned above.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
- 25-30%
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Regularly performs computer work and sits.
- Occasionally walks and stands.
- Seldom/never lifts up to 50lbs.
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT:
- Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Voluntary benefits
- 401k Retirement Savings
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick time
- Bass Pro Cares Fund
- And more!
Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
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