Video Producer

Pilot Company is an industry-leading network of travel centers with more than 30,000 team members and over 750 retail and fueling locations in 44 states and six Canadian provinces. Our energy and logistics division serves as a top supplier of fuel, employing one of the largest tanker fleets and providing critical services to oil operations in our nation's busiest basins. Pilot Company supports a growing portfolio of brands with expertise in supply chain and retail operations, logistics and transportation, technology and digital innovation, construction, maintenance, human resources, finance, sales and marketing.

Founded in 1958 by Jim A. Haslam II and currently led by CEO Adam Wright, our founding values, people-first culture and commitment to giving back remains true to us today. Whether we are serving guests, a fellow team member, or a trucking company, we are dedicated to fueling people and keeping North America moving.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

The purpose of this position is to oversee video production services across all corporate campuses. Support and assist supervising producers and above managers in all production related tasks. Produces a variety of videos to internal and external audiences, and manages the process for quality and efficiency. Responsible for managing and overseeing tasks assigned to associate producers, production coordinators, and production assistants.

Essential Functions

1. Create, produce, and present original and creative video content and concepts, for a variety of projects including communications and announcements, external promotions, social media, training, recruiting, and other informational/instructional company-wide needs

2. Work individually, or with a team (staff or freelance), to produce short and long-form video projects, overseeing all aspects of production from concept to completion while adhering to project deadlines

3. Plan video shoots, develop schedules, manage, track and actualize production budgets

4. Scout locations, write scripts, set up/manage/produce shoots, direct talent, operate cameras, and edit segments from start to finish without significant supervision

5. Create video graphics and animation, and edit with video footage, music, and voice-over

6. Actively share work for regular feedback

7. Collaborate and work closely with internal clients and stakeholders

8. Maintain the creative vision and look and feel of videos, aligned with department/company strategies and brand guidelines and standards

9. Upload videos to the Web and Pilot Media Library

10. Maintain the company video gallery and video productions archive

11. Oversee the production of closed captions for video productions

12. Schedule off-campus video shoots and studio production time

13. Operate cameras and maintain all equipment in proper working order

14. Attends staff meetings

15. Complete other duties as assigned

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience is required

Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant work experience producing digital video content, or any combination of education and experience that is substantially equivalent to it

Demo reel required; demonstrated experience in the areas of video production, as well as a thorough knowledge of audio, video and multimedia hardware and software required

Has skills focused on stakeholder and partner management, story-telling, field producing, crew directing, research, project management, creating/managing production timelines and budgets, and overseeing post production

Experience directing and coaching on-camera talent, including executive leaders

Experience providing support in a corporate setting is required

Model behaviors that support the company's common purpose; ensure guests and team members are supported at the highest level

Must be available to an occasionally work a non-standard schedule in order to fulfill assigned duties and responsibilities

Specialized Knowledge

High proficiency with computers and other peripheral devices, digital video cameras, microphones, lighting equipment, and video editing hardware and software and have the ability to operate in an Apple Computer environment

Strong proficiency in camera operation and editing skills required

Must possess a strong working knowledge of Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator

Proficiency using software appropriate to a marketing and communications office; including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office

Adobe Workfront project management experience a plus

Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and methods

Competencies

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple consecutive tasks and projects successfully in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy, and the ability to act independently and responsibly

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and interact effectively with different levels of the organization to negotiate, problem solve, complete projects and influence decision-making

Excellent analytical and strategic thinking

Self-motivated with ability to work both independently and collaboratively within teams in order to establish and meet deadlines, goals, and objectives

Excellent written and oral communication skills required

Ability to present and speak about work to stakeholder

Ability to receive and use feedback for improvement, handle rejection and criticism of one's work, and offer input to creative meetings

Demonstrate talent for creativity and problem solving aptitude

Demonstrated ability to work independently and to work collaboratively with a team, as needed

Advanced understanding of camera framing, composition, and depth of field for variety and balance

Advanced understanding of editing for pacing, storytelling, instruction, and editing to music

Ability to take and follow direction

Desire to learn and grow video production skills Ensure all activities are in compliance with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures

Travel Required

• Overnight travel up to 5 - 10 %

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

General office work requiring sitting or standing for long periods of time

Able to lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Frequent bending, stooping, crouching; occasional reaching, twisting, turning

Able to work evenings, weekends and non-standard office hours as needed

Job will generally be performed in an office environment, but may require some travel, such as: field shoots, vendors' offices, current and potential retail properties, construction job sites