Jrkids Video Editor - Sc (Ft)

Job Summary

The JRKids Video Editor is to work closely with the JRKids Creative Director to film and edit multi-media all video projects for James River Kids. This person will be involved in filming and editing various audio, video, graphic, and motion graphic elements. The individual should be hard-working and take initiative to move the ministry forward through their personal giftings as it relates to bringing the gospel to kids every week. This is a seasonal position from May 2023 - September 2023.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Video segments include but are not limited to:
• Editing Weekly Online Service – This role will play a critical role in the planning and coordinating all aspects as it relates to filming, editing, and publishing a weekly James River Kids Online service. Currently JRKids publishes a weekly video geared towards Elementary aged kids, and we have plans to add a weekly online service aimed towards Pre-school.

• Talking head- hosting
• Bible Lesson video
• Interactive game, craft, or kids challenge
• Worship

• Filming and editing weekly content for in-service videos.

• 3–5-minute creative video that presents the Big Idea
• Special Videos that supplement the Bible Lesson
• Video Announcements

• Managing Equipment, Files, Etc. – We use a lot of filming, lighting, audio, and computer equipment each week as we prepare for services. One job of the Elementary Video Editor will be to assist the Creative Director with all video shoots and organize, keep track of and maintain all equipment. After each shoot it’s a priority to make sure equipment is back in its proper space so it doesn’t get misplaced, damaged, or stolen. Also, audio, video, and graphic files easily rack up when dealing with multiple elements and services. The Elementary Video Editor will be responsible for ensuring all files are organized, backed up and accessible.

Job Requirements

Ministry Related Meetings and Workdays:

• Scheduled Event Workdays
• Scheduled Family Night meetings
• Responsible to attend all scheduled staff meetings and workdays
• Event staff planning meetings/vision days

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Working knowledge in most of these areas will be helpful in performing the duties listed for this . An ability to quickly learn new software, procedures and practices help as well.

• Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop – Though most graphic design will be done by another person, knowing how to work with the Photoshop and Illustrator files they create are helpful, especially when preparing them for integration into motion graphics in After Effects.
• Adobe After Effects – Motion graphics are done in After Effects. James River Kids uses a lot of Motion Graphics, for Lyrics Videos, Announcement Videos, and Curriculum Elements.
• Adobe Premiere Pro – Most videos are edited in Premiere Pro so a working knowledge of video editing in Premiere Pro is vital.
• Adobe Audition – Often there is a need to clean up or alter audio for the video elements. An understanding of Adobe Audition helps with this.

Code of Conduct and Character

James River Church is Pastor-led and staff-driven with board oversight. James River Church staff are considered leaders and therefore agree to the following:

1. Develop and maintain a close personal walk with the Lord including:

a. Daily devotional time with Lord.

b. Daily dependence on the empowerment of the Spirit.

2. Develop a strong marriage and family life. This includes:

a. Communicating and sharing with your spouse.

b. Spending time together on days off and when extra time is available.

3. Keep personal finances in order with no delinquencies.

4. Attend all regularly scheduled services in the church. Special services and functions will be required as deemed necessary by the Lead Pastor.

5. Maintain a high level of personal integrity, honesty, and confidentiality in dealing both with the staff and the congregation.

6. Always maintain a Christian outlook and attitude.

7. Maintain loyalty to the staff and church, actively promoting unity within the church.