Videographer

Job description

We are looking for an organized and creative videographer to work with our creative team to plan, film, and edit video content according to client briefs. The videographer’s responsibilities include ensuring that the necessary filming equipment is available for use, directing other camera operators on set, and editing film footage.

To be successful as a videographer you must be able to understand client briefs and work creatively to produce the desired product. A good videographer should stay up to date with industry trends and tools that will make projects more marketable.

Responsibilities

• Film videos on set or on location.
• Ensure that equipment for a shoot is present and working.
• Plan the shoot with the creative team and the client.
• Edit footage in post-production and production.
• Direct other camera operators so that the needed footage is acquired.
• Reviewing raw material to determine the shot list.
• Manipulating film and video footage using modern editing techniques.
• Maintaining continuity while moving shots according to scene value.
• Inserting dialog, sound effects, music, graphics, and special effects.
• Creating the final cut for broadcasting.

Required skills and qualifications

• Familiarity with different cameras like digital cameras, professional-grade cameras and digital camcorders
• Hands-on experience with editing software, including Adobe After Effects, DaVinci resolve, Premier Pro, and photoshop.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with camera equipment.
• Previous work experience as a Videographer or video editor.
• Creative and artistic skills.
• Portfolio of completed film productions.
• Ability to work to a tight schedule.
• Ability to translate ideas into complete projects.

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in professional Videography, motion graphic design, preferably with a creative or marketing agency
• Bachelor’s degree in film studies, cinematography, or related field.
• Photography experience and proficiency with photo-editing software