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Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. is hiring: Video Specialist in Hunt Valley

Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson Inc. · Hunt Valley, MD, USA ·

Job type:
Full Time

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

All applicants must submit a cover letter and portfolio in addition to their resume. Portfolios showcasing motion design/After Effects work and/or strong production lighting are especially encouraged.

Immigration sponsorship or support (e.g. H1B, F-1 CPT/OPT/STEM OPT) is not available for this position, except for qualified candidates eligible for the TN visa classification.

We’re looking for an emerging video professional who loves the entire production process and wants to bring strong creative and technical skills to a collaborative team .

Position Summary: R esponsible for creating engaging v ideo content from concept through final delivery, including filming, editing, motion graphics, animation, and cinematography for internal and external audiences.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Produce engaging, professional customized video content for projects and clients inside and outside the firm, utilizing JMT’s in-house video and audio recording equipment and editing software.

Collaborate with JMT’s Brand team, and internal/external clients to script/storyboard, shoot, edit, and deliver high-quality video projects.

Create motion graphics , animated typography, transitions, and other visual elements.

Plan and execute professional lighting setups for interviews and other video productions, with attention to light quality, direction, exposure, and overall visual style.

Provide wide range of video production services throughout the life-cycle of a video project (development, pre-production, production, post-production, and marketing & distribution)

Responsible for all video, audio, and motion graphic production, including conceptualizing, storyboarding, planning, shooting, organization and lighting of video shoots, creating graphics, editing, color correction, compression and encoding of videos, and digital asset management.

Responsible for video strategy and ensuring consistency with JMT’s core messaging and branding, as well as any program goals and objectives.

Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment without compromising creativity.

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

Perform other related duties as assigned

Required SkillsRequired Experience

Bachelor’s Degree preferred or relevant years of experience

0-5 years of direct experience in video editing and production including audio and various multimedia production skills

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Strong proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects

Ability to edit compelling video, audio and multimedia as required by concept and script

Strong visual judgment and attention to detail, including an understanding of composition, typography, pacing, color, and visual storytelling.

Strong organizational and time management skills , with the ability to p rioritize mul tiple projects, maintain attention to detail , and consistently meet deadlines

Video Scripting and Storyboarding

Preferred Skills:

Strong motion design and animation skills, particularly in Adobe After Effects.

Strong production lighting skills, with the ability to create polished interview and video lighting setups.

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment. Work will also include travel to project sites and carrying heavy equipment up to 25 pounds.

This position is based at JMT's Headquarters in Hunt Valley, MD. Hybrid options are available after the initial training period. In-office coordination is required for filming.

Benefits and Compensation

JMT offers outstanding opportunities for career and professional growth. We are 100% employee-owned (ESOP) and offer outstanding health care coverage and other benefits, including:

Affordable Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Company paid Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Paid Caregiver Leave Program

401K Retirement Plan (Traditional and Roth options)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Career Development Programs

And more…

Benefits | JMT (https://jmt.com/careers/benefits/)

Compensation for this position is $25-$32/hourly, commensurate with experience, education and certifications. The provided range is a good faith estimate based on the requirements described within the job description. We notice that we receive a wide variety of applicants and recognize that the person selected may be less experienced or more experienced. If so, the actual salary range may vary from the estimate provided.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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