Assistant Director of Creative Video (HR Title: Videographer)

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Assistant Director of Creative Video (HR Title: Videographer) - (ATH00000412)

Description

 

Salary Range: 

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

About SMU

SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.

SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Cox School of Business, Lyle School of Engineering, Meadows School of the Arts, Simmons School of Education and Human Development, Dedman School of Law, Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies.

SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.

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Assistant Director of Creative Video (HR Title: Videographer) - (ATH00000412)

Description

 

Salary Range: 

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

About SMU

SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs.

SMU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students through eight degree-granting schools: Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Cox School of Business, Lyle School of Engineering, Meadows School of the Arts, Simmons School of Education and Human Development, Dedman School of Law, Perkins School of Theology and Moody School of Graduate and Advanced Studies.

SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem – paired with entrepreneurial drive – creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence.

Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU’s relationship with Dallas – the dynamic center of one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions – offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact.

SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry.

About the Position:

This role is an on-campus, in-person position.

The Assistant Director of Creative Video serves as the primary video creator for SMU Football, leading the development of both short- and long-form video content that supports the program’s recruiting, social media, and marketing goals. 

This role involves planning, shooting, editing, and producing dynamic video content across multiple platforms. 

The ideal candidate will bring creativity, initiative, and a strong work ethic to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Essential Functions:

• Plan, film, and edit a wide range of video content including highlights, behind-the-scenes features, and recruiting content.

• Produce video content for use on social media, marketing platforms, recruiting campaigns, and team messaging.

• Collaborate with coaches and staff to develop creative storytelling concepts that elevate the program’s brand.

• Maintain organization of video libraries, archives, and digital assets.

• Operate and manage Sony camera equipment and ensure high production quality.

• Use Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects) to create professional video edits.

• Assist with creative direction on graphics and visual content as needed.

• Support photography and other multimedia content efforts as needed.

• Position requires frequent evenings/weekends required for games and events

• Position requires occasional travel for away games, recruiting shoots, or production needs

 

Qualifications

 

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree is required. Degree in Film, Communications, Media Production, or related field 

A minimum of three years of work experience creating video content is required. 

Experience creating video content for a Division I football program, preferred. Demonstrated experience producing diverse video projects, desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Strong written communication skills and a strong customer service orientation are preferred.

Candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning, and time-management skills. The ability to work under tight deadlines, and willingness to take initiative and work independently are essential.

Candidate must have strong creative and technical video production skills. Strong project management skills and a focus on attention to detail are essential.

A strong working knowledge of Adobe CC (Premiere Pro, After Effects), preferred Experience operating Sony camera systems (FX6, FX3, a1, a7siii, etc.), desired. Certifications in Adobe or other creative software are a plus.

Photography and graphic design experience and familiarity with Blender or other 3D content tools, preferred. Experience with video editing platforms, file transfer and cloud storage systems, desired. Experience with motion graphics and animation is a plus.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• Bend, squat, stand

• Carry/lift 25 lbs.

• Sit for long periods of time

• >Kneel

Deadline to Apply:

June 11, 2025

EEO Statement

SMU is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.

Benefits:

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.

SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.

The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities, including tuition benefits.

 

Primary Location

: USA-TX-Dallas

Job

: Athletics

Organization

: Athletics

Schedule

: Regular

Shift

: Staff

Employee Status

: Individual Contributor

Job Type

: Full-time

Job Level

: Day Job

Travel

: Yes, 25 % of the Time

Job Posting

: May 28, 2025, 3:50:20 PM

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