Videographer

What is VBG:

Veteran Benefits Guide has been proud to serve our nation’s service members for more than 10 years. Founded by a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, VBG assists Veterans through the challenging VA claims process to efficiently secure their hard-earned benefits. Now operating with more than 250 team members nationwide, VBG has helped over 55,000 Veterans through the VA claims process. The company is dedicated to honoring service and supporting the Veteran community through ongoing advocacy, community partnerships, and meaningful opportunities within its workforce.

What we are looking for:

The videographer’s role is ideal for someone who is both creative and technically skilled, comfortable behind the camera and in the editing suite. The ideal candidate has experience producing videos in a variety of formats, including longer-form content, short-form social media videos, documentary-style storytelling, and trend-driven content for digital platforms. You will be responsible for capturing high-quality footage and transforming it into engaging content that aligns with our brand and resonates with our audience across multiple platforms.

Essential functions:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Plan, shoot, and edit high-quality video content across multiple platforms
• Operate cameras, lighting, and audio equipment to capture professional-grade footage
• Edit and produce final video content using industry-standard editing software
• Collaborate on creative direction, storyboarding, and content ideas
• Adapt video content for various platforms and delivery specs
• Add music, graphics, captions, transitions, and color grading to enhance videos
• Manage and organize media files, footage, and project assets
• Stay current on content creation trends, editing styles, and emerging video formats
• Deliver projects on schedule while maintaining high production quality

Qualifications or competencies:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in film, media production, communications, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• 2-4 years of proven experience in videographer and video editor.
• Proven experience as a videographer and video editor
• Strong portfolio demonstrating a range of content formats
• Advanced proficiency in industry-standard video production tools and software 
• Experience filming with professional cameras, lighting setups, stabilizing gear, and audio equipment
• Strong storytelling ability and visual composition skills

Preferred:

• Motion graphics and animation experience
• Knowledge of social media video trends, platform best practices, and social media growth strategies
• Background working in fast-paced, resource-lean environments where adaptability is essential
• Drone videography experience is a plus
• Military Veteran status or experience working with military or Veteran-serving organizations, or equivalent knowledge of military and Veteran culture, is a plus

Core competencies:

• Ability to work independently while managing multiple projects
• Strong attention to detail and a creative eye
• Clear communication and collaboration skills
• Creative, adaptable, and proactive
• A self-starter who can take an idea from concept to finished product
• A strong storyteller who understands what performs well with different audiences

Position Type:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

EEO:

Veteran Benefits Guide provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and gender expression) genetic characteristic, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, age, military or veteran status, hairstyle or hair texture, reproductive health decision making, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.