Video Editor & Motion Graphics Animator, Darden School of Business

The University of Virginia Darden School of Business Video Production Team has a challenging and exciting opportunity for a Video Editor & Motion Graphics Animator to collaborate in the development of content for online and in-person course offerings, as well as internal and external communications.

The Video Editor & Motion Graphics Animator reports directly to the Associate Director for Post-Production & Systems Integration as part of the video production team. Our team strives to provide a flexible work environment; however, this position is not a remote job, and the successful candidate will be required to live in our market, participate in our team’s work, and conduct the work in-person.

Occasional travel required.

Responsibilities Include:

Video Editing and Animation:

• Collaborates with a team of project managers including video producers, instructional designers, graphic designers, executive education program managers, faculty, and other communicators within the enterprise.

• Receives and carries out assigned editing projects and tasks from concept to completion. This includes the creation and use of graphics and motion animation and adherence to set branding and style guidelines.

• Maintains a best-practices skillset in specialized video editing, motion graphics animation, and the use of A.I. toolsets through training, practice, and a view of industry trends. The successful candidate will bring new ideas, innovation, and creativity to Darden’s video products.

• Remains current with best practices in the field of graphic design application and visual trends, including accessible design, seeking additional training when necessary.

Other tasks, as assigned, will include:

• Operational tasks including backups, archiving, and file organization for media delivery on various platforms.

• Assistance in management and organization of related server and cloud-based systems used in the production, delivery, and archiving of Darden Video Production products.

• Performing updates on computing hardware and software used for video production and post-production.

• Assisting video producers, in both technical positions and gripping, for in-studio and on-location video production, as well as duties and responsibilities for audio podcast production and editing will be required.

• The successful candidate may be asked to assist in the mentoring of student temp workers/interns, or freelance workers, in video editing techniques and departmental procedural tasks as needed.

• Occasional lifting of up to 50lbs. is required.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience required. Degree in Communications or Visual Media Production preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrated knowledge and high proficiency in video editing, along with experience in the creation of motion graphics templates and video animations is required.

• Demonstrated experience using the following applications is strongly preferred... Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Audition, Vyond.

• Demonstrated general knowledge of video production principles and a willingness to train as needed to assist in production crew roles, such as camera, audio, and teleprompter operation, is required.

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively within a team with professionalism, respect, and emotional awareness.

• Demonstrates the ability to give and receive feedback constructively.

• Operates effectively within established team and organizational norms.

• Detail oriented and proficient in the Microsoft Windows PC environment and have a demonstrated knowledge of the inner workings of computer workstations, with the ability to update and replace physical parts, as well as update and maintain software applications and operating systems.

• Proficient with Office suite tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Teams) and cloud storage services such as Kaltura and Hightail

• Candidates will be required to submit a reel with examples of their professional work, noting their role(s) in the production.

About the Darden School of Business

The University of Virginia Darden School of Business prepares responsible leaders through unparalleled, transformational learning experiences.

Darden offers the Full-Time MBA, Part-Time MBA, Executive MBA, M.S. in Business Analytics (MSBA), Ph.D., and Executive Education & Lifelong Learning. Darden's faculty is renowned for teaching excellence and consistently ranked among the best in the world for bringing out the best in learners.

Darden has Grounds in Charlottesville, Virginia, and the Washington, DC metropolitan region, with representation in Shanghai, China, and Mumbai, India. UVA Darden's Sands Family Grounds in Rosslyn, Virginia, serves as the home of the School's professional degree programs and provides a dynamic environment for working professionals, employers, alumni, and executive learners.

Darden's global community includes approximately 1,250 degree-seeking students, 4,000 Executive Education participants, 20,000 alumni across 90 countries, and millions of online learners. Driven by innovation and a bold vision reflected in the brand mantra, 'Not business school as usual,' Darden continues to strengthen its professional degree portfolio while expanding opportunities for students and employers through world-class degree programs and lifelong learning.

At Darden, we believe our greatest strength is our people. We strive to create an environment where every member of our community can learn, grow, contribute, and do their best work.

Successful candidates will demonstrate integrity, curiosity, accountability, respect for others, and a commitment to excellence. These community norms shape how we collaborate, serve one another, and advance Darden's mission. If these values resonate with you, we encourage you to apply and become part of our community.

This position will remain open until filled. This is an exempt level, benefited position. The University will perform background checks on all hires (if required) prior to employment. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. For this role, the University will not sponsor or consider candidates requiring sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future.

Please apply  online , and search for  R0087855 . Complete an application online with the following documents:

- Resume
- Cover letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field; multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Internal applicants:  Search and apply for jobs on the  UVA Internal Careers website .

For finalists, references will be completed via UVA’s standardized process using SkillSurvey. A total of up to five references will be requested via SkillSurvey for top candidates during the final phase of the interview process. A total of three references is required.

For questions about the application process, please contact Daniel Strong, Senior Recruiter at [email protected].

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree

Experience: Three years experience

Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .