Job Title: Preditor (Producer/Editor/Videographer)
Department: Marketing – Content & Media
Location: SPIRE Academy – Harpersfield Township, OH
Reports To: Head of Content &Media
FLSA Status: Full-Time
Position Overview:
SPIRE Academy is looking for a highly creative and digitally fluent Preditor
Producer/Editor/Videographer (P/E/V) with a strong passion for youth sports,
storytelling and social-first content. This position plays a key role in building the
visual identity of SPIRE through compelling video content that resonates with our
core audience—aspiring student-athletes, their families, coaches and fans of high-
performance sports development.
You will be responsible for conceptualizing, capturing and editing innovative
content that lives natively across platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube and
emerging channels—with an emphasis on fast, authentic and emotionally-driven
storytelling. You’ll bring a deep understanding of what makes content perform in
the digital and social space, blending traditional cinematic techniques with
digital/mobile-first creativity.
Key Responsibilities:
Video Production:
? Plan, shoot and produce a wide range of video content—hype reels, behind-
the-scenes moments, athlete features, training content, event recaps, docu-
style, longform and brand stories.
? Operate cameras, lighting, audio and other gear to capture high-quality
video footage in various environments (indoor arenas, outdoor fields, locker
rooms, training sessions, etc.).
? Use wide range of cameras, gimbals, drones and mobile devices to capture
high-quality footage in varied sports and campus environments.
? Employ creative shooting techniques (slow-motion, transitions, in-camera
effects, timelapse, POV, etc.) to develop dynamic and engaging visuals.
? Work with creators to bring UGC content to SPIRE platforms.
? Collaborate with coaches, athletes and staff to plan and execute shoots that
reflect SPIRE’s brand identity and values.
Post-Production & Editing:
? Edit short- and long-form video for digital, social media, web, broadcast and
internal use.
? Customize edits for each platform, understanding how formats and pacing
differ between TikTok, Reels, YouTube Shorts and traditional media.
? Add motion graphics, captions, sound design and animation where needed
to enhance storytelling and engagement.
? Ensure all content meets brand guidelines and technical specifications.
Social Media-Driven Content:
? Collaborate with internal teams to ideate, shoot and edit content designed
for specific audiences.
? Stay on top of current trends and platform best practices to ensure content
feels timely and relevant.
? Create content that encourages engagement by reflecting the energy and
aspirations of SPIRE’s student-athletes and culture.
Creative Development & Strategy:
? Actively contribute to brainstorming sessions, helping develop original video
series and campaigns that elevate SPIRE’s brand narrative.
? Find stories within the SPIRE community and propose creative ways to bring
them to life.
? Balance brand consistency with experimentation to push the creative
envelope and test new formats and ideas.
Asset Management & Distribution:
? Maintain organized file structures, backing up footage and cataloging
finished pieces.
? Assist in publishing and scheduling video content across owned channels.
Qualifications:
? Bachelor’s degree or other related training in media production, film, digital
content, or a related field.
? 2–4 years of video production experience, ideally with a focus on sports,
youth culture, or social-first content.
? Proven experience creating content specifically for digital/social media
platforms.
? Advanced Adobe Creative Suite skills—Premiere Pro, After Effects and
Photoshop.
? Expertise with modern camera systems and content-creation tools.
? Bonus: Experience with live streaming, multi-cam production, or motion
graphics animation.