University of Washington · 7 hours ago
Assistant Director of Video Production
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$72K/yr - $78K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Washington is seeking an Assistant Director of Video Production to enhance and elevate brand strategy through multi-purpose video content for its athletics department. The role involves producing creative video elements for marketing, fan engagement, and team integration, while also managing the video production team and collaborating with stakeholders.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Work with internal and external stakeholders to enhance, support, and elevate brand strategy through multi-purpose video content
Produce creative video elements for the purpose of marketing, fan engagement, team integration, sponsored content, and promotional materials
Support and facilitate production of original content designed for Washington’s digital and social media platforms
Foster relationships with team and staff representatives to develop a creative video framework, including brand-building strategy, storyboard concepts, and footage-capture moments
Manage the video production team, including shooters and editors, within the allocated budget
Manage video equipment needs, budget, and prioritization
Produce high level video content for Washington Athletics, including shooting and editing dynamic pieces for all sport platforms
Responsible for content creation plans and execution for assigned sports and projects
Shoot, edit and produce video content for social media, live production, pre and post-game content, and other live videoboard/television productions
Mentor and collaborate with student interns on all aspects of video production
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in digital media, film, communications, business, public relations or related field. Professional experience may substitute for stated educational requirements
A minimum of two years of experience in video and/or multimedia production
Proficient in video editing programs, technical use of video cameras, and possess superior organizational skills in order to coordinate several major video projects simultaneously
Ability to identify new, engaging, best-practice approaches to creative video production and story-telling via multiplatform communication strategies
Ability to consistently lift and carry at least 40 pounds
Compliance with the rules and regulations of the University, the NCAA, the Big Ten Conference, the State of Washington and any other governing body
Preferred
Master's degree and knowledge of collegiate athletics
Advance knowledge of lighting/cinematography and sound for interview/studio shoots
Advance knowledge of professional video camera systems and Sony / mirrorless systems
Green screen workflow from production to post-production
Experience with modern production pipelines
Expert level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop
Experience with modern encoding and delivery practices
Benefits
Taxable benefits include tickets to UW Intercollegiate home competitions.
Non-local candidates may be eligible for a moving allowance.
Company
University of Washington
University of Washington is an educational institution that provides undergraduate, graduate, and research programs.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$215.35MKey Investors
Avista foundationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesAdvanced Research Projects Agency for Health
2026-01-18Grant· $10M
2025-04-21Grant· $0.01M
2024-09-13Grant
Leadership Team
Andrew S Allen
Adjunct Professor
Arthur Denny
Founder
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