Job Summary
Cirrus is looking for a motivated media professional to work in a dynamic production environment to support the production of engaging videos as well as other digital media for use in sales, promotional and technical training applications.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
The applicant should expect to work creatively on content areas focused in marketing and technical subjects specific to the aerospace industry with the following functional expectations:
- Regular, reliable, and predictable in-person attendance at the Cirrus Studio.
- Work primarily as a videographer, photographer and editor, with the ability to support in other areas of the production pipeline (light motion graphics, color correction, audio sweetening, etc)
- Mentor less-experienced Media Specialists and ensure they understand and follow accepted Media Team workflows and protocols as well as best work practices in a production and post production environment.
- Unwavering commitment to produce creative, show-stopping deliverables, balanced with the practical planning ability to adjust processes as necessary to meet deadlines.
- Occasional travel with the possible need to travel internationally.
- Work occasional off-hours and weekends as needed to meet deadlines.
- Be comfortable working in and around small aircraft.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Preferred 2 or 4 year college media arts-related degree.
- 5 or more years practical experience in a video/film production and post production position.
- Expert-level photography, videography and editing skills with light 2D motion graphics skills (titles, lower thirds, explainer graphics, etc) as demonstrated in a work reel that must be attached to this application as either a link or uploaded video file. Applications without a referenced reel will not be considered.
- Expert knowledge of modern computer, software and production technologies and workflows.
- Fluent with the following software applications:
- Mac OS (Required)
- Apple iOS
- Apple Final Cut X (Required or willing to learn)
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator (Required)
- Adobe After Effects (Required)
- Expert in videography and full manual camera operation.
- Motion graphics experience and aptitude is a plus.
- Experience with interactive development and/or digital book authoring is a plus.
- Some experience in aviation is a plus.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to effectively manage stress, including competing work demands and multiple projects at the same time.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Cultivates Innovation - Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
- Manages Complexity - Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes, contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
- Resourcefulness - Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
