Associate Videographer - Sports Warehouse California

$21-$25 an hour

Hiring Full Time (40 hours per week)

This position requires physically reporting to work in San Luis Obispo, CA.

About Us

We are an e-commerce company, specializing in a diverse range of sports and recreational products. At Sports Warehouse, we cater to enthusiasts of tennis, pickleball, running, bass fishing, equestrian sports, ice and roller hockey, inline skating, roller derby, and skateboarding. Our mission is clear: to deliver an exceptional shopping experience by recommending the perfect products and providing unparalleled service.

Sports Warehouse is comprised of: Tennis Warehouse Pickleball Warehouse Running Warehouse Tackle Warehouse Riding Warehouse Inline/Ice/Derby Warehouse Skate Warehouse

Benefits & Perks

Full Time Employees:

• Medical, dental and vision benefits
• Paid vacation time
• Life insurance

All Employees:

• Merchandise discounts with all Sports Warehouse companies
• Access to on-site fitness facility
• Paid sick time
• 401(k) and profit-sharing programs
• Opportunities for growth
• Employee appreciation events

Purpose of Position - The Associate Videographer serves as an essential part of the storytelling function, supporting the video production needs of Sports Warehouse. This position assists with obtaining footage, assembling, editing, using graphics, and producing final videos. The Associate Videographer is responsible for capturing video of product ranging from hard goods, apparel, and accessories or people representing or on behalf of the companies within Sports Warehouse. Videos may be shot in studio, with props, on talent, or outdoors depending on project requirements. They are expected to utilize their understanding of camera mechanics, shot composition, and lighting techniques to capture the best video possible requiring the least amount of post-production work.

• Shoot and edit video for multiple Sports Warehouse companies by assembling recorded raw material into a finished product suitable for broadcast through web and television. The material may consist of camera footage, dialogue, sound effects, graphics, and/or special effects.
• Effectively direct talent on shoots to ensure a desired outcome.
• Select colors, fonts, images, and layouts based on brand guidelines.
• Manage multiple projects within design specs and budget restrictions.
• Convey accurate messaging for the project through the footage shot and the edit produced.
• Communicate and collaborate with Sports Warehouse teams in creating unique video marketing material.
• Assist Camera Operators in studio and/or on location as needed.

Requirements

• Ability to work with Mac OS 13 or later.
• Proficient with Sony camera equipment and lenses.
• Proficient in Adobe Premiere CC.
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop CC.
• Proficient in Adobe After Effects CC a plus.
• Able to problem solve creatively.
• Able to function as part of a team, having a positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Able to color correct video footage.
• Understand visual storytelling techniques across a variety of platforms.
• The ability to tell a story utilizing video footage shot in studio and/or on location using people or product as subject matter.
• Possess the knowledge of video formats and compression.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to balance multiple duties in a dynamic environment.
• Able to navigate the internet and utilize online resources.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally for video shoots.

Work Environment This role functions within a professional and collaborative office setting, regularly utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, tablets and phones for day-to-day tasks.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Regularly required to operate computer and photography/video equipment.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Position demands close visual acuity to perform editing of photos/footage.
• The employee is frequently required to sit or stand in a stationary position, in addition to occasionally moving about inside the building or on a location shoot. The employee may occasionally need to stoop, bend, twist, kneel, crouch or climb. This position may require travel by airplane, boat, car, and/or train.
• Must regularly lift and/or move objects that weigh less than ten pounds, occasionally lift and/or move items that weigh between 11 - 20 pounds, and rarely lift and/or move items that weigh between 20 - 50 pounds.

Applying to Position

• Please include links to your video work and cite the role you played in executing each project. Be as descriptive as possible as this will help us understand your creative style. Applications without cited work won't be considered.