Senior Video Creator

Job Title

Senior Video Creator

Requisition #

997562.4

Job Type

Permanent (for any group)

Union or Employee Group

MRSA

Classification

SPB05

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location

MRU Main Campus - Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

Posting

About MRU

Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. A student-focused undergraduate university built on teaching excellence, Mount Royal University is known for our top-calibre programs, high-quality teaching and learning experience, robust delivery of liberal education, scholarly teaching, experiential learning and undergraduate research. Currently, more than 15,000 credit students choose from 14 bachelor degrees and 38 majors. Learn more at mru.ca/AcademicPlan.

Mount Royal University is situated on an ancient and storied land that is steeped in ceremony and history that, until recently, was occupied exclusively by people indigenous to this place. With gratitude and reciprocity, Mount Royal acknowledges the relationships to the land and all beings, and the songs, stories and teachings of the Siksika Nation, the Piikani Nation, the Kainai Nation, the Îethka Stoney Nakoda Nation (consisting of the Chiniki, Bearspaw and Goodstoney Nations), the people of the Tsuut'ina Nation, and the Métis. Learn more about MRU's Land Acknowledgement.

Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About the Department of University Advancement

As part of The Office of University Advancement, Marketing and Communications integrates expertise, efforts and experience to help Mount Royal University meet its institutional goals. Marketing and Communications also collaborates with resources on and off campus to provide the best possible support to foster Mount Royal's reputation and image as a premier Canadian undergraduate institution. This is accomplished by developing and implementing strategies to support the advancement of Mount Royal's institutional priorities, assisting with increasing the institution's profile and reputation, and acting as an integral resource within the campus community. This team of creative professionals provides service excellence by focusing on partnership, mutual goals, adapting to evolving needs and telling Mount Royal's story.

About the Role

The Senior Video Creator, reporting to the Strategic Creative Lead, is a highly-skilled technical role requiring a combination of creative vision, along with a solid understanding of storytelling and leadership skills that are necessary in producing compelling visual narratives that align with Mount Royal University's brand and goals. As the Senior Video Creator, you will oversee the entire video production process from concept development and storyboarding, to the set-up of equipment, scene composition, shooting, editing, motion graphics and post-production.

Through creative videography and some still photography, you will capture footage and still images that provide our internal and external community with exciting ways to learn about the University's past, present and future. You will work closely with members of the Marketing and Communications team to execute concepts through to completion while constantly maintaining a high level of production standards.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with Directors, Strategic Creative Lead, Marketing Strategists and Communications team members in the development of all video projects. This will include videos of a high-level institutional nature as well as working with other team members to produce videos of campus activities and culture for use on the MRU website and social media platforms.

Plan, storyboard, shoot, and direct video projects ensuring high-quality footage is captured. This will include setting up lighting, sound design and camera equipment.

Using advanced video editing software to edit raw footage, add special effects, graphics, animation and ensure that the final product is polished and professional.

Manage multiple video projects simultaneously, ensuring that they are completed on deadline and within budget.

Gather project requirements and develop work-back schedules for video production.

Write and revise scripts and script outlines for client approvals.

Schedule and setup shoots as required.

Build and maintain a library of footage of campus activities for use in future marketing materials.

Oversee the maintenance and organization of video production equipment to ensure that it is always in excellent working condition and make recommendations on equipment life-cycle and new purchases as needed.

Capture still images for department use in print, digital and social media. This will include, but not limited to event photos, general campus life photos and headshots.

Create final files for multiple platforms (short and long-form), including social media.

Qualifications

A two-year certificate or diploma in a related field, combined with 3 – 5 years of relevant experience;

Proficient in video editing software: Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, After Effects;

Proficient in camera operation, lighting, colour grading, sound design techniques, motion graphics and animation;

Strong storytelling abilities and a keen eye for detail and composition;

Demonstration of above average interpersonal and collaborative skills with experience working in complex workplaces with many key stakeholders;

Strong writing and story boarding capabilities;

Superior organizational skills;

Ability to adhere to brand standards and creative direction;

A strong digital video reel or portfolio

Knowledge of a post-secondary environment is an asset

This position is a full-time role working 35 hours per week.

Salary: $60,571 - 76,640 per annum

Closing Date: Open until suitable candidate found

A cover letter and resume should be submitted in one .pdf formatted document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: Last Name, Requisition Number.pdf (ex. Smith, Coordinator, 999999.pdf).

If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify [email protected] and we will work together on your accommodation request.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and others currently legally eligible to work in Canada will be given priority. Recent Mount Royal graduates who are foreign nationals may be eligible to work on campus. For more information, please refer to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website under Post-Graduation Employment at https:// www. cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp.