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Videographer - Video Services Specialist Job at Fortis Industries LLC in Newport

Fortis Industries LLC · Newport News, VA, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Videographer - Video Services Specialist
The Video Services Specialist III will provide video service, including production at all phases of video production and live switching. This position supports the Army and will be 100% on‑site. The Video Services Specialist III will report to the Project Manager.

Duties and Responsibilities

Provide video services, including all phases of video production from gaffer to grip to audio, and perform as a videographer at multiple events

Perform setup and teardown of the production site, including running cable and moving road cases and props

Create images for a variety of genres like documentaries, short and long‑form films, live television, etc.

Oversee smaller projects with or without supervision thereby fulfilling a need to support more modest productions

Assist on all processes from the ingesting of footage to the output of all products for distribution

Consult with the customer to clarify video products and services are available to meet the customers' video needs

Document materials and hours worked for each project

Handle minor administrative duties, such as answering phones and assisting customers with request forms

Backup all final files of all images created that allow additions, changes, corrections, modifications, layers, and rapid updates

Complete company and project‑related training requirements as required

Record labor hours daily in the company's timekeeping system as required

Travel and perform duties at CONUS‑wide locations up to 30%

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED is required

5+ years of video editing experience

Experience with various camera systems and color‑correcting tools available to the Enterprise Multimedia Center is required for consideration in this position

Must pass the customer's security requirements

Background check required and must have the ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance within 6 months of hire

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Expert level knowledge in VI and processes knowledge of invention, imagination, and originality

Proven history of the basic methods and techniques required of a skilled cinematographer

Must possess expert competency in file formats from the various camera systems and must continue to keep pace with advancements in technology during employment

Must have the ability to hold telescopic boom mic assembly overhead during filming

Must be able to move equipment to and from the transport trailer and set up the set for filming

Have the technical aptitude and leadership skills equivalent to a post‑production house or motion picture complex

High degree of creativity to help the creative staff with their manipulation of content both visually and aurally

Highly attuned to software and hardware upgrades

Possess the technical aptitude and background in the practical application of scripting, directing, shooting, lighting, and audio and editing in video production

Possess basic computer skills and be able to perform, but not limited to, the following tasks: operate a computer, use email daily, record time and materials in VIOS, conduct online research, create, and use Excel spreadsheets, create, and process travel expense reports, and conduct mandatory/annual online training as required

Ability to be mentored for higher levels of responsibility

Ability to carry and operate a Steadicam rig, camera, and associated battery pack for up to 1 hour at a time, both indoors and outdoors

Ability to provide support services outside of normal duty hours

Ability to work nights, weekends, or holidays as requested

Ability to travel and perform duties at CONUS‑wide locations up to 30%

PCI Federal (PCIF) and its subsidiaries are an equal‑opportunity employer. PCIF does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, national origin, religion, marital status, sexual orientation or identity, Veterans or Disability status.

Preference may be extended to qualified Native American Indian candidates in accordance with applicable federal law.

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