Video Production Specialist

Video Production Specialist

Salary

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Location

GSCC - East Broad - 1001 East Broad Street, Gadsden, AL

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

08455

College/Division

GSCC-604010-Public Relations/Development

Opening Date

08/18/2026

Closing Date

9/1/2026 4:00 PM Central

Campus Location

Gadsden State Community College

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Position Summary

The Video Production Specialist is a part-time creative production position responsible for producing engaging video content that showcases the Gadsden State experience and supports the Colleges marketing, recruitment and communication goals. The position serves as a primary videographer for on-location and studio productions and as the primary producer for multi-episode podcast projects, managing production from planning and recording through editing and final delivery. The specialist will also create video-first social media content and advertising, support other College video needs, develop the Colleges YouTube presence and provide video coverage of events, programs, people and campus life. This position is limited to a maximum of 19 hours per week at $20 per hour and requires a flexible schedule that may include evenings and weekends.

Direct Supervisory Responsibility: NO

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as the Colleges primary videographer for on-location and studio video productions supporting marketing, enrollment, recruitment, public relations, and institutional communications.
• Plan, produce, film, edit, and deliver high-quality video content that highlights students, employees, academic programs, workforce development initiatives, athletics, alumni, partnerships, events, and campus life.
• Serve as primary producer for recurring and multi-episode podcast productions, managing pre-production planning, studio setup, recording, editing, graphics, audio mixing, publishing, and final delivery.
• Develop and produce video-first content for social media platforms, including reels, short-form videos, interviews, student spotlights, promotional campaigns, and other digital marketing initiatives.
• Create and adapt video assets for paid advertising campaigns and other strategic marketing efforts.
• Provide video coverage of college events, ceremonies, recruitment activities, athletic competitions, performances, community outreach efforts, and other institutional priorities.
• Conduct pre-production activities including concept development, script and storyboard assistance, scheduling, shot lists, location coordination, and equipment preparation.
• Edit video and audio content using professional production standards, including color correction, audio enhancement, captioning, graphics integration, and quality assurance review.
• Develop, maintain, and grow the Colleges YouTube presence through strategic content development, publishing, channel organization, audience engagement, and performance monitoring.
• Maintain organized digital asset libraries, project files, raw footage, completed productions, and archival resources using established College procedures.
• Set up, operate, transport, and maintain cameras, lighting systems, microphones, audio equipment, studio equipment, and other production resources.
• Collaborate with members of the Public Relations and Marketing Department and other College stakeholders to ensure video content supports institutional branding, messaging, and strategic objectives.
• Utilize project management tools and processes to track assignments, production timelines, deliverables, and project status.
• Stay current with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices related to video production, podcasting, social media, and digital communications.
• Comply with all policies and procedures of Gadsden State Community College and the Alabama Community College System.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, FLSA status, or grade.

Qualifications

• Relevant professional, freelance, student media, or demonstrated hands-on production experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated experience shooting and editing professional-quality video content for digital platforms.
• Experience operating DSLR, mirrorless, cinema, or comparable professional camera systems, as well as lighting, audio recording, and video production equipment.
• Proficiency with professional video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Final Cut Pro, or similar platforms.
• Valid drivers license and ability to travel between campus locations and off-site events as needed.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in Video Production, Multimedia, Communications, Marketing, Broadcasting, or a related field.
• Experience producing podcasts, interviews, multi-camera productions, livestreams, or other episodic video content.
• Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including After Effects, Photoshop, and Audition.
• Experience creating content for higher education, nonprofit, governmental, or corporate organizations.
• Experience producing social media video content, YouTube programming, and digital advertising assets.
• Portfolio and/or demo reel demonstrating video production, editing, and visual storytelling ability may be required during the selection process.

Desired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of video production processes, including pre-production planning, filming, lighting, audio capture, editing, and post-production workflows.
• Thorough understanding of visual storytelling, composition, sound design, pacing, branding, and digital content development.
• Ability to independently lead video shoots in studio and on-location environments while making sound creative and technical decisions.
• Knowledge of professional podcast production principles, multimedia storytelling techniques, and content distribution platforms.
• Knowledge of social media video formats, digital advertising requirements, audience engagement trends, and platform-specific best practices.
• Working knowledge of YouTube channel management, including publishing strategies, thumbnails, descriptions, playlists, accessibility considerations, and performance analytics.
• Skill in operating video, audio, lighting, and production equipment safely and effectively.
• Skill in video editing, color correction, sound mixing, captioning, motion graphics, and multimedia content creation.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, organize media assets, prioritize assignments, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to create compelling content that supports the Colleges marketing, recruitment, retention, community engagement, and communication goals.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, administrators, community partners, and on-camera subjects.
• Ability to exercise professionalism, creativity, initiative, sound judgment, and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and represent the College positively in public and professional settings.
• Willingness to learn emerging technologies, production techniques, and industry trends.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

PROJECTED STARTING DATE:

September 2026

SALARY: $20.00 per hour. Be sure all experience is stated on the application!

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

September 1, 2026- 4:00 P.M.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of post-secondary education.

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms

IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).

Salary Calculation: For all positions on all Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all full-time work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other full-time work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this full-time work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.

Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College's official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.

Please Note:

• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.

• When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.

All correspondence with applicants regarding the Colleges search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service:

Monday-Friday

8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST

(855) 524-5627

Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.

Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.

Part-Time position not eligible for benefits.

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