Editor and Motion Graphics Artist

A humble college founded before Texas was a state Baylor now stands as one of the premier institutions of higher education in the world. Baylor has continued to invest in research and doctoral education both solidifying and elevating its unique status as a preeminent Christian research university. Baylor is among 187 R1 institutions just 52 of which are private universities.

Since 2011 Baylor has been named as one of the nations Great Colleges to Work For. Great Colleges to Work For is one of the countrys largest and most respected workplace recognition programs. Each year Great Colleges recognizes the colleges and universities that get top employee ratings regarding workplace practices and policies across 10 areas. This recognition is based on faculty and staff responses to a related annual survey. The survey conducted by ModernThink is a way for colleges and universities to gain a deeper understanding of how their employees experience and view various aspects of the institution. This continued recognition further affirms Baylor as a rewarding place to build a career.

What We are Looking For

This position will support Baylor Universitys online graduate programs and online components of other courses require new video content and other ongoing video support. The Academic Video team is evolving from a studio facility booking model to a creative team with video facilities model. Were looking to break new ground in video engagement in higher education to make already great programs even more compelling. Come join a team on the leading edge of a new era of video production. This role is a driving force in visual storytelling pushing the boundaries of how higher learning is expressed in video.

A bachelors degree and four years of relevant experience are required.

Additional education or experience will be considered in lieu of one another.

This role is temporary in nature.

Applicants must be authorized to work full-time in the United States.

What You Will Do

• Edit and finish video content in the Adobe Creative Suite with a high degree of polish clarity and brand alignment including motion graphics and compositing color correction/grading titling sound design/mix closed captioning where applicable exporting and delivery to client/distribution channel
• Archive assets and output postproduction reports and maintaining an organized asset system
• Design and animate custom motion graphics and packages including bumpers and lower thirds in After Effects in line with the Baylor brand guidelines yet giving each college its own tonal mark of distinction
• Design and create a library of MOGRTS for department use to expand our repertoire along with other graphics like slates introductory graphics logo animations etc.
• Collaborate with Executive Producer Production Coordinator and Producers to bring concepts to life visually especially to advance department capabilities and industry status and influence
• Research follow and experiment with ever-changing trends in AI techniques and uses
• Inform the dialogue for trends and ethical and responsible use of AI in departmental work
• Attend weekly staff meetings and other team updates regularly as well as professional development workshops as appropriate
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylors mission
• Ability to comply with University policies
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance

What You Can Expect

As part of the Baylor family eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance generous time off tuition remission and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your familys wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

Explore & Engage

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