Cinematographer/Photographer II

Classification: Administrative Staff – Full Time

Reports to: Director of Communications and Marketing

The Cinematographer/Photographer is a highly skilled, creative and artistic storyteller who initiates and transforms abstract ideas into original and unique visual content that enhances brand messaging and marketing initiatives. This position is responsible for guiding the creative process from concept to completion, and must possess advanced knowledge in the art of cinematography and photography. The Cinematographer/Photographer is responsible for painting the look and feel of Carroll through imaginative and original video content. This position also serves as a skilled and versatile university photographer.

Responsibilities:

• Create unique, innovative and original visual content from scratch
• Work independently and consistently exercise individual discretion and judgement throughout all phases of the creative process and project development cycle
• Consistently develop new and original story arcs that are imaginative and visionary in nature
• Determine and recommend well-defined artistic interpretation to best suit a variety of projects
• Set the aesthetic - utilize advanced and specialized artistic knowledge of shot composition, scenes and sequences
• Interact with stakeholders from all levels of the organization
• Collaborate with university writers on original script development
• Cast, manage, and direct all talent for videos and photography shoots
• Determine all creative aesthetics as well as technical considerations
• Design and develop motion graphics and still graphics for videos when required (After Effects)
• Assemble video and audio in non-linear editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X) when needed and create visual effects, including green screen work
• Manage video editing
• Utilize specialized knowledge in a variety of photographic techniques and standards
• Manage equipment inventory and recommend new equipment purchases
• Manage archive of digital photos

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Film/Video/Media Field 
• 5 - 7 years demonstrated experience in the creation and direction of original, innovative and artistic cinematography/videography 
• 3 – 5 years demonstrated experience in still photography: candid, landscape, studio, fashion, action, portrait, etc. 
• Experienced skillset in a variety of specialized filmmaking styles 
• Experience in developing creative, strategic, imaginative, and visionary content 
• Experience in developing budgets and/or making recommendations to purchase equipment 
• Experience in working with clients to achieve strategic visual assets that advance organization brand 
• Demonstrated proficiency in video editing, visual effects, compositing and motion graphics Advanced knowledge in the use of video production (Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Speedgrade, Audition, Photoshop, Illustrator) 
• Fluent in Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere, or other editing suites and compression software applications (Final Cut Studio, Flash, Squeeze, Quicktime) 
• Ability to transport, set up, and operates various and heavy production equipment 
• Proficient in MS Office Suite 
• Flexible schedule to accommodate for off hours events and completing urgent projects 
• Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission 

Please reference job #1718-055 and submit materials to

hroffice@carrollu.edu

Human Resources

Carroll University

100 N. East Avenue

Waukesha, WI 53186

All candidates must submit a link to samples of their videography and photography or will not be considered.

CU does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff. EOE