Video Editor/Videographer Job at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Video Editor/Videographer - Boca Raton, FL.

We're seeking a skilled visual storyteller with a passion for creating engaging, high-quality video content. In this role, you'll capture, edit, and produce compelling videos that bring ideas to life and connect with our audience. Join us and turn your passion for video into unforgettable stories-apply now!

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Provides professional video services and post-production work for the Florida Atlantic community.

• Collaborate with department peers to produce innovative and creative content, utilizing new industry trends, AI, editing techniques, and creative cinematography and lighting.

• Assist with all phases of video production, from filming to post-production editing, including working with footage, copy, audio, graphics, and effects programs, to the specifications of the project by the supervisor or client.

• Filming for a project with autonomy, working alone, or as part of a larger team.

• Ensures brand integrity and maintains the highest standards of quality for all content created.

• Maintains knowledge of industry trends.

• Pitch, design, and create on-brand creative video solutions for high-quality, engaging content for use across a variety of platforms (social media, website, brand campaigns, digital ads, internal and external presentations, etc.).

• Filming in a variety of settings, locations, and cinematic production styles as determined best for various projects, including live webcast events, marketing, and educational field/studio environments. Be able to carry, set up, break down, and troubleshoot production gear in a variety of internal and external field environments.

• Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with internal units and university colleagues.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks ! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

• Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

• State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

• State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service) program.

• Sick Leave Pool Program.

• Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President's discretion).

• Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day (https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf)

• Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma and five years field of video production experience required.

Submission of a portfolio with video work samples is a requirement for consideration. Applicants must provide work samples at the time of application, either as a link included on their resume or as an attachment within the job application that contains the link. Applications submitted without work samples will not be reviewed. Each sample should clearly outline your role in the project, how you collaborated with your team, the research or creative rationale guiding your editing and production choices, and the reasoning behind the final concept or video outcome.

Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

Demonstrated expertise in video editing across a variety of formats and styles.

Proficiency working in a Mac-based production environment.

A strong, high-quality portfolio showcasing cinematography, lighting, and editing skills.

Foundational understanding of design principles, including typography, color theory, and composition.

Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite applications.

Expert-level experience editing in Final Cut Pro.

Ability to receive and apply direction and feedback from Florida Atlantic's Director of Video Services.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong ability to multitask, manage deadlines, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with Division of Public Affairs staff and university colleagues, while adhering to Florida Atlantic policies and visual standards.

Salary:

$60,000 - $77,500 per year.

Exempt Administrative, Managerial, Professional (AMP)

College or Department:

DUC: Video Services

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Some nights and weekends as necessary based on projects and event coverage.

Application Deadline:

2026-02-09

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover letter

Portfolio Link*

*Submission of a portfolio with video work samples is a requirement for consideration. Applicants must provide work samples at the time of application, either as a link included on their resume or as an attachment within the job application that contains the link. Applications submitted without work samples will not be reviewed. Each sample should clearly outline your role in the project, how you collaborated with your team, the research or creative rationale guiding your editing and production choices, and the reasoning behind the final concept or video outcome.

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.

Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu

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Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. If you require an accommodation to participate in any part of the recruitment process, please contact Florida Atlantic's Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email to accomodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057 or email jobs@fau.edu. For communications assistance, call 7-1-1.

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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant's 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.