Posting TitleMultimedia Videographer.LocationCO - Golden.Position TypeRegular.Hours Per Week40.Working at NRELThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains in Golden, Colorado is the nation's primary laboratory for research and development of renewable energy and energy efficiency technologies.From day one at NREL, you’ll connect with coworkers driven by the same mission to save the planet. By joining an organization that values a supportive, inclusive, and flexible work environment, you’ll have the opportunity to engage through our ten employee resource groups, numerous employee-driven clubs, and learning and professional development classes.NREL supports inclusive, diverse, and unbiased hiring practices that promote creativity and innovation. By collaborating with organizations that focus on diverse talent pools, reaching out to underrepresented demographics, and providing an inclusive application and interview process, our Talent Acquisition team aims to hear all voices equally. We strive to attract a highly diverse workforce and create a culture where every employee feels welcomed and respected and they can be their authentic selves.Our planet needs us! Learn about NREL’s critical objectives, and see how NREL is focused on saving the planet.Note: Research suggests that potential job seekers may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage anyone who is interested in this opportunity to apply. We seek dedicated people who believe they have the skills and ambition to succeed at NREL to apply for this role.Job DescriptionThe National Renewable Energy Laboratory’s Communications Office is seeking a personable, energetic, and detail-oriented individual to join our internal Video Services Team. This position will provide videography and editing support to the rest of the lab and to external stakeholders. The successful candidate must exhibit creativity, initiative, independent thinking, and the ability to successfully meet various stakeholder requests.While hybrid work is anticipated for this role, the ability to be on-site regularly and the ability to travel are integral to this role. The successful candidate must be living locally (relocation benefit available). Travel for this role is anticipated to be between 25%-50%.Duties & Responsibilities
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop successful video content
Manage each video project from start to finish, including providing project estimates, creating project timelines, scheduling shoots, etc.
Write short scripts for educational and/or promotional videos
Film events, lectures, meetings, and presentations
Record both in-person and virtual interviews and serve as an interviewee, as needed
Edit a wide variety of footage into final, polished video products
Follow organizational brand guidelines
Organize all video assets for use by other team members
Work in a remote/virtual environment
Adhere to lab safety protocols and procedures
Support social media team needs and channels.
Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience, including reviewing the work of others and providing feedback.
Represent the video team in various meetings across the office such as Content Collaboration or Editorial meetings.
Participate in trainings for the Communications office on video processes and procedures.
.Basic QualificationsRelevant Bachelor's Degree and 5 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant Master's Degree and 3 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant PhD or equivalent relevant education/experience. Or, relevant JD or equivalent relevant education/experience. Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines. Considerable knowledge of laws, regulations, principles, procedures and practices related to specific field. Strong leadership, project management and problem solving skills. Ability to use various computer software programs. Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.Additional Required Qualifications
Experience with using digital asset management systems.
Considerable knowledge of creative, video/multimedia principles and practices.
Ability to write concise, creative, and informative video scripts
Experience translating complex, technical information into accessible and dynamic video content
Strong leadership, project management and problem-solving skills.
Ability to craft a cohesive, yet concise story from interview footage and b-roll
Ability to produce videos within a compressed timeline, when necessary
Ability to juggle multiple projects at once
Experience interviewing subjects
Experience filming live events
Experience with successfully lighting a subject in a variety of settings
Ability to problem-solve/troubleshoot throughout the production process
Ability to work both independently and as a team
Awareness of new video trends and approaches
Experience shooting video/recording audio with a DSLR camera, as well as other camera types (e.g., GoPros, professional camcorders)
Proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Adobe Media Encoder, and Adobe Bridge
Experience with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator
Working knowledge of Zoom and Microsoft Teams
Ability/willingness to travel up to 50% of the time.
Ability to carry videography gear including cameras, tripods, lights, and stands for varying distances. Approximately 45lbs total.
Experience with using digital asset management systems.
Preference will be given to candidates with:
Experience with Adobe After Effects, Adobe Character Animate
Ability to work on non-video projects, such as design products, animation, and photography
Experience with drone operations (certified pilot or other applicable experience)
Preferred Qualifications.Job Application Submission WindowThe anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.Annual Salary Range (based on full-time 40 hours per week)Job Profile: Professional III / Annual Salary Range: $73,200 - $120,800NREL takes into consideration a candidate’s education, training, and experience, expected quality and quantity of work, required travel (if any), external market and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the salary level for potential new employees. In compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, a potential new employee’s salary history will not be used in compensation decisions.Benefits SummaryBenefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; pension benefits; 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match; life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance; personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; and tuition reimbursement. NREL employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component. Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement. Limited-term positions are not eligible for long-term disability or tuition reimbursement. Based on eligibility rulesDrug Free WorkplaceNREL is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug.If you are offered employment at NREL, you must pass a pre-employment drug test prior to commencing employment. Unless prohibited by state or local law, the pre-employment drug test will include marijuana. If you test positive on the pre-employment drug test, your offer of employment may be withdrawn.Submission GuidelinesPlease note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at NREL you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position applicationEEO PolicyNREL is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard basis of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin/ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding), sexual orientation, and any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local laws.EEO is the Law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) | Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/pdf/pay-transpEnglishunformattedESQA508c.pdf) | Reasonable Accommodations (http://www.nrel.gov/careers/employment-policies.html)E -Verify www.dhs.gov/E-Verify For information about right to work, click here (http://www.justice.gov/sites/default/files/crt/legacy/2013/08/13/FinalOSCPosterEN08012013.pdf) for English or here (http://www.justice.gov/crt/file/813271/download) for Spanish.E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This business uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workforce.