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OPS Video Editor & Digital Media Assistant, Dendritic Institute

Position Number: 6839094
Location: Fort Myers, FL
Position Type: Communications - Media & Communication Studies

OPS Video Editor & Digital Media Assistant, Dendritic Institute

Job Summary
The OPS Video Editor & Digital Media Assistant supports the Dendritic Institute for Human-Centered AI & Data Science by leading all video production, editing, and digital media activities for the Institute and its educational programs, including the FGCU AI Academy. This position plays a critical role in transforming recorded academic content into high-quality, accessible, and engaging asynchronous learning materials and public-facing media.

Job Description

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the following specialized duties:

Video Production & Editing

Edit all recorded video content for the Dendritic Institute, including:

AI Academy asynchronous courses
Training programs, workshops, and webinars
Promotional and outreach videos

Perform full post-production workflows:

Audio cleanup (noise reduction, leveling, removal of filler sounds)
Visual cleanup (removal of distracting facial movements, awkward pauses)
Strategic replacement of speaker video with slides, graphics, or visual highlights when pedagogically appropriate

Ensure consistent pacing, clarity, and professional presentation across all videos.

Digital Media Design & Visual Enhancement

Create and integrate visual elements such as:

Title cards, lower-thirds, and outro screens
Highlighted text, key concepts, and callouts
Branded graphics aligned with FGCU and Dendritic Institute standards

Assist in the creation of thumbnails, visual assets, and basic motion graphics for educational and promotional use.

AI Academy & Educational Media Support

Prepare platform-ready videos for learning management systems and online delivery.

Generate and review captions/subtitles to ensure accessibility and accuracy, particularly for technical terminology.

Organize video files, assets, and exports following established naming conventions and workflows.

Support continuous improvement of video quality and instructional clarity.

YouTube Channel & Public Media Management

Manage and maintain the Institute's YouTube channel(s), including:

Uploading and organizing videos
Applying consistent titles, descriptions, and thumbnails
Ensuring branding and messaging alignment

Support dissemination of educational and outreach content through video-based platforms.

Other Duties:

Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications

Bachelor Degree in Digital Media Design (DMD) or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or equivalent).
Experience with digital media production, educational video editing, or online content creation.
Proficiency with personal computers and standard productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Familiarity with captioning, accessibility standards, or learning platforms is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

All employees are expected to:

Promote a common purpose consistent with stated University goals and demonstrate a commitment to students and the learning environment.
Demonstrate strong attention to detail and quality standards in digital media production.
Apply critical thinking to improve workflows, media quality, and production efficiency.
Communicate and collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and collaborators.
Respond positively to supervision, guidance, and feedback.
Provide a professional, welcoming, and supportive environment.
Manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and projects in a dynamic academic environment.

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