Photographer/Videographer

Overview

Job Description

Under the direction of the public relations manager, the photographer/videographer will plan, shoot, edit and create content and creative photos and videos for public relations, marketing and advertising, web marketing, email, social media communications and presentations. Candidates for this role should have experience composing and originating video and photo production; making decisions about creative process, including editing and identifying appropriate subjects for interviews and photos; meeting deadlines; scheduling interviews and photo shoots; working alone; collaborating with teams; and communicating with a broad range of audiences, from senior business executives to patients. This position will be highly visible within the organization and play a significant role in documenting company history, shaping the image of the organization and telling the company’s story.

Job Details

Employment: Full Time

Job Function: Communications

Industry: Hospital & Health Care

Responsibilities

• Serve as the organization’s in-house videographer, photographer and archivist
• Originate and develop creative videos and photographs that demonstrate use of technical skills and understanding, and edit videos/photos as needed
• Identify, research and interview sources of background information, sources of current information, subjects and patients
• Identify and synthesize documents and data from numerous sources to develop original content, sometimes for specialized rather than general audiences
• Compose and produce unique and captivating stories
• Use creative photographic techniques to capture stories through photographs and video presentations
• Use creative techniques, such as graphics and new forms of media (viewer pictures, webcam interviews, etc.) to enhance stories
• Operate autonomously and without constant supervision, subject to occasional check-ins and final editorial review for print or broadcast
• Collaborate cross-departmentally to produce compelling multi-use video and image content that meets brand standards and guidelines from conceptualization to execution
• Use expertise to develop scripts or storyboards in support of filming or photography projects in conjunction with the PR team and external production companies
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines, communicate issues in real time and operate alone or as part of a team
• Manage and make decisions about studio headshots and environmental portraits, including scheduling, lighting, photographing, editing, organizing and distributing
• Independently compose and provide creative content for websites and social media channels
• Plan and execute photo shoots for events, news releases, social media, blogs and other publications
• Participate in brainstorming, planning and strategy sessions with corporate communications staff and clients to recommend photo and video strategies
• Accept creative direction from the PR manager or other members of the organization and use feedback to inform projects and content ideas
• Initiate processes and creative strategies to film, produce and edit photos and videos
• Working with the PR manager, coordinate freelancers and other staff in taking photos/videos
• Seek up-to-date knowledge on best practices, innovative strategies and emerging technologies
• Work flexible schedule, including nights and weekends as needed to fulfill responsibilities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, videography, photography, journalism or other relevant field
• Two years relevant photography and videography experience in a professional communications, graphic design, advertising/marketing or similar environment
• Visual composition skills with the ability to conceptualize and produce story telling video productions
• Ability to take high-quality, professional photos using DSLRs and professional photo equipment
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Premiere and Photoshop, and knowledge of and experience using other professional photo and video editing programs, including Adobe Creative Suite, Lightroom, Premiere Pro and After Effects
• Proficiency in audio and video editing functionality and techniques
• Working knowledge of video cameras, non-linear editing systems, lighting kits, and microphone setup
• Working knowledge of lighting and sound and how it will translate on camera
• Knowledge of layout, design, editing and print media production preferred
• Proficiency with Mac operating system
• Understanding of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube, including audience expectations as it relates to engaging content
• Experience distributing video content via YouTube, Vimeo, Facebook, Twitter, OneDrive, etc.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft 365, including SharePoint, PowerPoint, Word and Excel
• Strong attention to detail and well organized
• Exceptional client communications and relationship building skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to make decisions about who to film or photograph, when to schedule and how to creatively edit materials
• Ability to travel and work varying hours as needed
• Maintaining composure and professionalism while executing duties