Video and Multimedia Producer

A key contributor in a highly collaborative, creative, and collegial work environment, the Video and Multimedia Producer is a
visual storyteller who creates compelling video, photo, and social media content to support the strategic, operational, and
communications goals of Oberlin College and Conservatory.

The producer plays a central role in capturing and conveying the
vibrancy of the Oberlin Conservatory of Music by producing videos that showcase performances, faculty, students, and programs, and by
elevating the institution’s reputation through high-quality digital storytelling.

This position also manages freelance
photography, maintains Oberlin’s digital asset management (DAM) system, and contributes to visual and social media content strategy.
The
producer works closely with the Video Producer, Social Media Producer, and colleagues across the Office of Communications to ensure a
cohesive and engaging multimedia presence for Oberlin College and Conservatory.

• Produce, direct, shoot, and edit video
  content from concept to completion for use across Oberlin’s digital platforms, including YouTube, Vimeo, oberlin.edu, and official
  social
  media channels (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Plan and produce video and multimedia content for the
  Oberlin
  Conservatory of Music, including:
  • Performance recordings, artist features, faculty and student profiles, and promotional
    materials
    for concerts, recitals, and ensembles.
  • Behind-the-scenes and short-form social media videos that highlight the
    Conservatory’s
    culture, creativity, and artistry.
  • Collaborative projects with Conservatory faculty, staff, and students to promote
    key programs,
    events, and initiatives.
  
  
• Collaborate closely with the Video Producer and social media team to develop
  integrated
  multimedia campaigns aligned with institutional marketing and storytelling goals.
• Develop short-form,
  platform-optimized videos
  and visuals for social media to enhance audience engagement and extend reach.
• Partner with the
  Social Media Producer to analyze
  performance metrics and adapt strategies for maximizing impact across digital platforms.
• Ensure all videos meet ADA
  accessibility standards, including captioning and subtitling.
• Contribute to Oberlin’s YouTube,
  Vimeo, Flickr, and other
  multimedia channels.
• Ensure photo assets are uploaded to and properly tagged within Oberlin’s
  digital asset management (DAM)
  system for easy access by Communications staff and campus
  partners.
• Coordinate Oberlin’s
  preferred photographer vendor list and
  contracting process.
• Hire and manage freelance photographers and videographers for
  print, digital, and Conservatory-related
  projects.
• Supervise and mentor student employees assisting with video production,
  photography, social media content creation,
  and digital asset management.
• Manage and maintain video and photo equipment for
  the Office of Communications.
• Monitor
  and analyze multimedia and social media engagement metrics to inform creative direction
  and storytelling approaches.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in
  video production, multimedia,
  communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of two years of professional experience in film,
  video, or multimedia content
  production.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects,
  Photoshop, Lightroom).
• Experience producing video and photo content optimized for social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok,
  YouTube, Facebook, etc.).
• Strong understanding of storytelling, composition, and visual narrative techniques.
• Knowledge of
  digital video formats, codecs, and
  best practices for web and social optimization.
• Excellent organizational, planning,
  project management, and creative
  problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse
  range of campus partners, including
  Conservatory musicians, faculty, and students.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in a higher education or
  nonprofit communications environment.
• Familiarity with music and the performing arts, and the
  ability to visually communicate
  artistic expression effectively.
• Experience with live performance videography, multi-camera
  setups, and concert
  documentation.
• Familiarity with social media management and analytics tools (e.g., Sprout Social, Meta
  Business Suite,
  Hootsuite).
• Experience with drone videography and/or time-lapse videography.
• Broad
  interests including an
  appreciation for music, performing arts, athletics, science, and the humanities.

To Apply: https://jobs.oberlin.edu/postings/17146