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The Division of Marketing and Communications is a full-service, in-house partner to the colleges and units of Ball State. We develop strategic messaging consistent with Ball State’s mission, enduring values, strategic priorities, institutional identity (branding), and positioning. Our work is best in class and backed by a passionate group of professionals who love the University. We are believers in the Beneficence Pledge and honor the following principles: excellence, respect and responsibility. As an employee of Marketing and Communications, this position is eligible for a flexible work model that combines remote and in-office work schedules.

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define ‘inclusiveness’ as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’ As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

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Administrative Exemption

40

Full-Time At-Will

Direct and produce video content from pre-production through post-production using techniques applied with cameras, audio, lighting, editing, animated graphics, special effects and script-writing that support the goals, objectives, and brand of Ball State University. Serve as a consultant and producer for campus colleagues and external vendors on the creation of compelling video, photography, graphics, and animation content. Assist in writing stories, narration, and scripts for website, social media and digital marketing.

Bachelor’s degree in communications or other related field from an accredited institution.

Two years of experience in video production and multimedia content and some experience creating motion graphics.

Strong narrative and digital storytelling skills; expertise with capturing video and audio, and editing using Adobe Premiere Pro; proven experience in Adobe After Effects and Adobe Photoshop; firm knowledge of media codecs, streaming technology, encoding software, broad understanding of video cameras and photo camera control, shutter speeds, apertures, lens types, filters and effects; understanding of recording quality audio in various conditions, and understanding the principles of 3-point lighting, white balancing and color temperature; ability to edit video on short deadline.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Three years of experience creating videos within an interactive marketing environment and content strategy; proven experience creating scripts and videos for websites, social media and other digital channels; proven experience producing scripts and videos in higher education.

Familiarity with a variety of video cameras (drones, gimbals and DSLR photo
equipment).

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

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Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

VP of Marketing and Communications:140010

dvcentofanti@bsu.edu

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Serve as a consultant and liaison for campus colleagues on the creation of compelling video content, translating university messaging into compelling videos that exemplify the Ball State brand.

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Develop engaging video content that tells the Ball State story in ways that build and deepen positive relationships across constituencies.

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Consult with and advise clients to assist with writing video scripts in order to
create accurate and informative videos for campus clients.

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Direct, film, capture and edit a variety of footage, including interviews, live event coverage, and studio production.

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Work with Marketing and Communications leadership to brainstorm, develop, and maintain strategic video and interactive content for the brand; develop proposals for innovative strategies and realistic solutions to increase reach of content.

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Develop and maintain relationships with other media-related areas across campus and in the community in order to ensure a regular flow of up-to-date video content for the website, social media, and other marketing and promotional use.

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Maintain expert knowledge of interactive video developments and all aspects of video production, including directing and cinematography, clean audio and lighting, as well as post-production editing techniques and software for audio sweetening, color grading, animated graphics, and compression formats for various delivery channels.

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Understand and adapt to the demands of a deadline-based editorial team, be able to write and follow creative briefs that help complete the goals and mission of the client and Ball State University.

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Stay abreast of the latest video equipment and techniques used in the industry.

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Develop and express visual identity for photo and video consistent with the
university’s brand through appropriate techniques.

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Advise and facilitate collaboration with Marketing and Communications
colleagues, as well as other clients, on video projects.

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Research and develop data asset management methods for strategic communications and clients as well as new methods for improved workflow and increased collaboration.

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Perform other related duties as assigned.

202301350P

08/14/2023

07/14/2023

07/28/2023

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In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.