Job Description

Assistant Editor / Production Assistant – Division of University Relations

Founded in 1870 and located in Hoboken, New Jersey, Stevens Institute of Technology is a university on the rise. Guided by the university’s 10-year strategic plan and its commitment to student success and a technology-centric academic environment, Stevens has grown in enrollment, research impact, and stature.  A summary of Stevens’ progress may be viewed here.

Stevens invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Editor/Production Assistant to advance its reputation and impact through multimedia. The successful candidate will have solid experience and skills with digital multimedia and video production and technology.  

Reporting to the Senior Director of Multimedia in the Division of University Relations, the Assistant Editor/Production Assistant will be involved in all aspects of multimedia production, from pre-to-post. He or she will have active involvement in the development, shooting, editing and streaming of video content as well as presentations, video blogs, website management, interactive marketing campaigns, and other projects driving Stevens’ public profile and brand awareness growth.  The person in this role will assist in identifying opportunities and translating public relations objectives into tangible media assets. This position is part of a hands-on, creative solutions team working in a fast-paced environment, focused on quality and outcomes.

  Responsibilities:

• With a strong focus on post production, capture and log footage and use non-linear editing systems to create edits in support of the university’s marketing goals and YouTube channel.


• Serve as production assistant during shoots.  Help set-up and break-down lights, cameras, audio and streaming equipment.  Must be able to lift and move equipment cases. 


• Process and log all media assets, including digital photography, video, graphics, audio, and web based production projects.


• Inventory, track, manage and maintain production equipment – cameras, lights, audio, etc.


• Maintain detailed checklists to ensure all equipment is accounted for before and after shoots.


• Promote and support design consistency in line with brand guides; help the university to achieve strategic and overall PR objectives.


• Continually research and identify best practices / advances where feasible.  Identify ways to make Stevens more efficient and improve the quality of generated content.


• Generate brief micro-segments for social media platforms.

Requirements:

• Superb work ethic with a passion for excellence and innovation


• Advanced verbal and written communication skills


• Bachelor’s degree in a communications/multimedia related area of study

• 1-3 years of production experience


• Demo reel highlighting your work


• Candidate must have strong video production and editing skills as well as facility with the required hardware/equipment (including streaming equipment).  Should be proficient in one or more of the following programs: Final Cut Pro, Premier, Adobe CS, Motion, After Effects, etc.


• Highly organized and dependable; able to multitask, work quickly and meet multiple deadlines


• Detail-oriented, resourceful and excellent follow-through


• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with all levels of the organization

Department

General Submission Guidelines:

In order to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens, you must submit an online application. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.

Still Have Questions?

If you have any questions regarding your application, please contact Jobs@Stevens.edu

EEO Statement:

Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly, Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including, but not necessarily limited to, race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, nationality, citizenship status, age, ancestry, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, disability, or any protected military or veteran status.

Stevens is building a diverse faculty, staff and student body and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates as well as veterans and individuals with disabilities. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as well as other federal statutes.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure:

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. You can obtain a copy of this report by accessing the following web site: http://www.stevens.edu/sit/police

Salary: $51,509.00