Description

The Assistant Videographer supports the day-to-day visual storytelling efforts of Gilbert Christian Schools by capturing, editing, and organizing photo and video content that reflects the life, mission, and Knight Nation culture of GCS. This role plays a key part in telling the story of our campuses through engaging, real-time content that highlights faith, student life, and community.

This position works closely with the marketing and communications team and supports larger video production efforts as well as daily content needs across campuses.

 Content Capture & Production

• Assist with on-campus video and photography shoots, including setup and breakdown of cameras, lighting, and audio equipment
• Capture day-to-day campus life content aligned with GCS storytelling priorities:
  • Faith
  • Student Life
  • Community & Events
  • Academics & Staff Excellence
  • Alumni & Legacy
• Gather real-time content for social media stories and short-form video (chapel moments, classroom activities, student interactions, etc.)
• Attend after-hours events and extracurricular activities to capture photo and video content for marketing and communications

Post-Production & Editing

• Edit video and photo content using tools such as DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, or similar platforms
• Perform basic editing functions including cuts, color correction, audio balancing, and light motion graphics
• Prepare content for various platforms including social media, website, and internal communications

Creative Support

• Collaborate with the team to brainstorm and execute creative content ideas that align with the mission of GCS
• Contribute to storytelling that reflects the school’s identity and Christian values
• Take direction well while offering input when appropriate

Event & Production Support

• Support live event coverage (chapels, athletics, performances, and school events) as a second camera operator or production assistant
• Assist lead videographer with larger video projects and shoots

Organization & Asset Management

• Organize and archive raw footage and edited assets within the school’s digital asset system
• Maintain consistent file structure and naming conventions

Equipment & Operations

• Maintain, set up, and troubleshoot camera, lighting, and audio equipment
• Learn and apply proper lighting techniques for both indoor and outdoor environments
• Manage time effectively to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Personal & Cultural Alignment

• A committed Christian who aligns with the mission and values of Gilbert Christian Schools
• Models Christ-like behavior in interactions with students, staff, and families
• Demonstrates professionalism, humility, and a team-first mindset

Work Environment & Expectations

• Work is primarily on campus and in-person, supporting daily school activities
• Occasional evening or after-hours work required for events and extracurricular coverage
• This role supports a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and seasonal demands

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills

• Demonstrated experience or strong working knowledge in video production and photography
• Proficiency in video and photo editing software (DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar)
• Basic understanding of lighting, composition, and audio capture
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Willingness to learn, grow, and adapt in a collaborative environment
• Level 1 IVP Fingerprint clearance

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, walk; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.