Associate Director / Creative Video
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VT), Blacksburg, VA, United States
Job Description
The Virginia Tech Department of Athletics embraces the core values of Integrity, Service, Honor, Excellence, and Strong Together. Guided by our motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), we are committed to fostering a culture that accepts, affirms, and values all individuals and their unique contributions to the department, university, and broader community.
The Associate Director / Creative Video within the Brand Advancement team will collaborate with key stakeholders in the strategy, creation, conceptualization, planning and execution of video and digital content for Virginia Tech Athletics. The goal of the Brand Advancement team is to deliver personalized, significant and unexpected experiences to all Virginia Tech fans and to present Hokies’ student‑athletes’ stories in the best way possible. This position reports to the Senior Director / Creative Video, will serve as the primary videographer of the Virginia Tech Women's Basketball program, will serve as the student‑assistant oversight for select sports, and will work with a team of 15-plus creative students, contributing to their development.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field with significant video experience, or a master's degree.
Strong storytelling skills and experience.
Ability to work in a collaborative team setting, while also being self motivated and organized.
Substantial experience producing a variety of videos including, but not limited to, daily social videos, hype videos, recruiting content, intro videos, and promotional materials.
Relevant experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cinema-style and DSLR cameras.
Experience with professional lighting systems.
Ability to work outside of typical business hours as needed, potentially including, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to edit according to tight deadlines, scripts and brand guidelines.
Ability to work independently and seamlessly with separate teams from Brand Advancement, Revenue, and Productions & Multimedia.
Excellent communication & organizational skills.
Online portfolio/reel that demonstrates expertise in shooting and editing.
Working knowledge of NCAA rules.
Functional knowledge of technology and industry trends.
Experience writing scripts.
Experience with in‑venue video production.
Pay Band {lPayScaleID}
Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type Restricted
Salary Information $52,000
Hours per week 40+. Nights and weekends as needed.
Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact
Stuart Cochran
at
stuart@vt.edu
during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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The Associate Director / Creative Video within the Brand Advancement team will collaborate with key stakeholders in the strategy, creation, conceptualization, planning and execution of video and digital content for Virginia Tech Athletics. The goal of the Brand Advancement team is to deliver personalized, significant and unexpected experiences to all Virginia Tech fans and to present Hokies’ student‑athletes’ stories in the best way possible. This position reports to the Senior Director / Creative Video, will serve as the primary videographer of the Virginia Tech Women's Basketball program, will serve as the student‑assistant oversight for select sports, and will work with a team of 15-plus creative students, contributing to their development.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field with significant video experience, or a master's degree.
Strong storytelling skills and experience.
Ability to work in a collaborative team setting, while also being self motivated and organized.
Substantial experience producing a variety of videos including, but not limited to, daily social videos, hype videos, recruiting content, intro videos, and promotional materials.
Relevant experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cinema-style and DSLR cameras.
Experience with professional lighting systems.
Ability to work outside of typical business hours as needed, potentially including, but not limited to, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to edit according to tight deadlines, scripts and brand guidelines.
Ability to work independently and seamlessly with separate teams from Brand Advancement, Revenue, and Productions & Multimedia.
Excellent communication & organizational skills.
Online portfolio/reel that demonstrates expertise in shooting and editing.
Working knowledge of NCAA rules.
Functional knowledge of technology and industry trends.
Experience writing scripts.
Experience with in‑venue video production.
Pay Band {lPayScaleID}
Overtime Status Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Appointment Type Restricted
Salary Information $52,000
Hours per week 40+. Nights and weekends as needed.
Additional Information The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact
Stuart Cochran
at
stuart@vt.edu
during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
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