Videographer

*Applicants MUST BE ABLE to go onsite FULL TIME to Edison, NJ - NO EXCEPTIONS

*Applicant MUST HAVE Product Video examples and/or portfolio of Product Video available for submission

Main Essential Duties and Functions of Job Position:

• Work closely with Creative Director, Stakeholders, Buyers, Sales, and Social Media/PR Teams on project concepts through final execution
• Effectively visualize and organize a plan for product and brand video shoots
• Be proficient in brainstorming and creating storyboards or shot lists for all video types, including Amazon-type promotional and how-to videos
• Film and edit videos for product, company presentations and events, publications, website and social media (in-house studio or on location)
• Produce innovative product videos using filming and editing software and techniques that effectively market our products on Amazon and other e-commerce platforms
• Creatively use graphic design and photo manipulation for video and audio production
• Work with 3rd parties for video editing, CGI animations, and voice overs
• Meet weekly with Project Manager to keep schedule on track and flag any concerns
• Meet with buyers for kick-off meetings for each new product via Microsoft Teams or in-person
• Assist the photo or video team with shoots by shopping, selecting and setting up sets, props, lighting equipment, holding product, modeling, styling, and more
• Return samples to product buyers or coordinate with building manager for removal
• Keep the studio and surrounding areas organized, return samples to product buyers
• Coordinate return of samples and studio wall/floor alterations with our building manager
• Utilize industry best practices and make recommendations to management
• Research marketing tools and use project management skills to facilitate the marketing of consumer products
• Use Adobe Premiere/Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Motion/After Effects for video editing and post-production

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must possess a quality portfolio of previous work
• 2+ years of work experience in videography; Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Must have extensive Motion Graphics and Video Editing

Desired Skills and Abilities:

• Must be proficient with basic computer software such as the Microsoft Office suite
• Must understand lighting (placement, ambient, source, color temperature)
• Proficient with Adobe Suite of Photoshop/Premiere/After Effects software
• Strong knowledge of fonts / design layout styles a plus
• Knowledge of post-production techniques
• Understanding of computer software used for planning, editing and scripting
• Work to complete attractive 60-90 second product videos on a tight schedule
• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail
• Creative thinker with experience working in a fast-paced, demanding and rapidly changing environment
• Ability to contribute collaboratively to a team while also working independently and has a "can do" attitude
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with clients and all members of the marketing team