Is your current job a nightmare? Make it a dream job at Mattress Firm®!Join Mattress Firm – America’s most trusted authority on sleep and be part of our noble purpose to help people sleep well to live well. In addition to on-the-job training and career growth opportunities, we offer an extensive range of benefits designed to support you, your family, and your future.Job Summary: The Video Production Specialist II assists and manages multimedia projects from concept development to final editing. The Video Production Specialist II ensures projects meet the needs of the continuously evolving business areas by developing and implementing an intimate understanding of our brand message and tone in video and photo forms. This role collaborates with senior Multimedia members and contributes to the overall design and production of diverse creative assets. The Video Production Specialist II works closely with our Communications, Customer Experience, New Hire and Onboarding, Leadership Development teams.Essential ResponsibilitiesCapture studio-quality video both on location and in the office as projects dictate.Shoot and edit content to build a library of product videos, corporate communications videos, hiring videos, and/or case study videos as well as consumer facing videos.Work with senior Multimedia members to set up for shoots, encompassing lighting, camera angles, placement and type of microphone, and positioning of individuals on camera (if appropriate).Create 2D animations, motion graphics, logos and other animation support for video projects.Handle overflow editing of projects in Adobe Premiere.Work closely with senior Multimedia members to support internal livestreaming events.Provide and receive relevant and timely production feedback to different levels of leadership with confidence, to meet the technical and creative standards during the video production process.Collaborate regularly with teammates and senior Multimedia members to ensure deadlines and messaging expectations are being met.Develop an intimate understanding of our brand message and tone to accurately capture in video and photo form.Communicate professionally with all internal and external contacts.Communicate any concerns or issues to leadership to ensure proper efficiency of department and company operations.Follow all Company policies and execute Company standards on appearance and functionality as well as appropriate brand representation.Complete all required training modules and certifications prior to the due date.Ensure all safety policies and procedures are followed to ensure a safe work environment for all.Non-Essential ResponsibilitiesExecute company initiatives and other activities requested by managerUpdate job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.Provide perspective to projects and enriches the visual storytelling experience.Contribute ideas on ways to optimize or improve the team, the department, and the Company.EducationHigh School diploma or equivalent preferredBachelor's Degree related field and/or equivalent experience preferredProfessional Experience3+ Years operating video & editing equipment required ANDExperience creating 3D animations preferredExperience creating motion graphics preferredHold a drone license and ability to capture aerial footage preferredPrevious experience working with executives, senior management and internal teams preferredSkills ListProficiency in Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator.Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.Skilled in using a gimbal to keep video shots steady and smooth. Knows how to adjust the gimbal for different scenes to enhance video footage quality.Ability to storyboard.Skillful in lighting-set up.Great creative eye for visualizing and shooting concepts effectively.Adapts to new situations, changes, and shifts strategies to meet different types of challenges.Ability to think creatively and express an inner ideal into an artistic, creative or aesthetic form.Skillful in compiling, organizing and using data to enhance planning and effectiveness.Adept at forming structures, patterns and connections from information, ideas and images.Ability to invent and develop original ideas and turn new and imaginative ideas into reality.Skilled in initiating, structuring and carrying out steps to complete projects and tasks.Effective time management and organizational skills.Competencies & KnowledgeMicrosoft Office productsAdobe PremiereAdobe PhotoshopAdobe IllustratorAdobe After EffectsKnowledge of motion graphics preferredLicenses and CertificationsLicense Drone license preferredPhysical Demands & Office EnvironmentSitting for up to 8+ hoursStanding occasionallyWalking occasionallyTalking frequentlyHearing FrequentlyUsage of hands and fingersReaching with hands and armsStanding, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, balancing, reaching and twisting occasionallyAbility to push, pull and lift up to 50 poundsPay Range: $60,000 - $65,000Now don’t fall asleep out there… the sooner that we receive your application, the closer you are to the career of your dreams!DIVERSE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLYMattress Firm is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment, and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Mattress Firm is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.
