Assistant Director of Creative Video

DUKE

ATHLETICS

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Working Title: Assistant Director of Creative Video - Blue Devil Network

Position Summary:

Duke University is seeking a qualified candidate for the Assistant Director of Creative Video position with the Blue Devil Network. This position will be responsible for video needs relating to external communications of Duke Athletics. This position will work closely with Marketing, Communications, Creative Services and various other departments and varsity sports teams. The job will encompass conceptualizing, shooting and editing video for social media and GoDuke.com.

Essential Functions:

· Produce and edit creative content for Duke Athletics social media platforms and GoDuke.com

· Work closely with Creative Services and Communications staff to shoot, create and improve video elements on social media platforms and GoDuke.com, including features, highlight packages, press conferences, etc.

· Create highlight packages and commercials for varsity athletic teams working with the Marketing Staff

· Incorporate emerging technologies into work flow and function

· Utilize appropriate lighting techniques

· Have full understanding of Broadcast quality and DSLR type cameras and lenses

· Set-up for press conferences, including lighting and audio for all networks in attendance.

· Assist with all social media requests by social media director

· Shoot coaches' private and public messages

· Help with all in-house video requests other than sporting events, such as graduation, summer camps, and banquets

· Provide footage for national and regional networks, as well as for the coaches' shows

· Have a team-first mindset and be able to effectively work in a group environment

· Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director of Blue Devil Network

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree

· Working knowledge of sports video production

· 2-3 years of experience with a college or professional sports team in the creative space

· Demonstrated video shooting, editing and production skills

· An understanding of proper lighting techniques

· Proficiency in graphics creation, Adobe Photoshop and After Effects

· Awareness and knowledge of existing and emerging technology

· Outstanding communication and organizational skills

· Experience with video editing systems such as AVID, Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Work requires analytical, communication and organizational skills generally acquired through completion of a Bachelor's degree program.

Experience

No experience required beyond bachelor's degree.

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