Job Summary
Cirrus Aircraft is looking for a motivated media professional to work in a dynamic production environment to support the production of engaging videos as well as other digital media for use in sales, promotional and technical training applications.
Duties and Responsibilities/Essential Functions
The applicant should expect to work creatively on content areas focused in marketing and technical subjects specific to the aerospace industry with the following functional expectations:
- Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
- Work primarily as a video editor and motion graphics artist, with the ability to support in other areas of the production pipeline (photography, color correction, audio sweetening, etc)
- Unwavering commitment to produce creative, show-stopping deliverables, balanced with the practical planning ability to adjust processes as necessary to meet deadlines.
- Occasional travel with the possible need to travel internationally.
- Work occasional off-hours and weekends as needed to meet deadlines.
- Be comfortable working in and around small aircraft.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Preferred 2 or 4 year college media arts-related degree.
- 2 or more years practical experience in a video/film production position.
- Strong editing and motion graphics skills, as demonstrated in a work reel that must be attached to this application as either a link or uploaded video file. Applications without a referenced reel will not be considered.
- Strong knowledge of modern computer, software and production technologies and workflows.
- Fluent with the following software applications:
- Mac OS (Required)
- Apple iOS
- Apple Final Cut X (Required or willing to learn)
- Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator (Required)
- Adobe After Effects (Required)
- At least some experience in videography and full manual camera operation is a plus.
- 3D modeling and motion graphics experience is a plus.
- Experience with interactive development and/or digital book authoring is a plus.
- Some experience in aviation is a plus.
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal).
- Ability to effectively manage stress, including competing work demands and multiple projects at the same time.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
- Collaborates - Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Cultivates Innovation - Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
- Manages Complexity - Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes, contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
- Resourcefulness - Secures and deploys resources effectively and efficiently.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Work beyond 40 hours per week may be required.
This opportunity is located in Knoxville, Tennessee. Chosen as the location for our Vision Center Campus, the hub of our customer experience activities, Knoxville is often described as a hidden gem. Surrounded by the Smoky Mountains and home to the rambling Tennessee River, the town offers a plethora of outdoor activities and a vibrant downtown. Very few places feature the opportunity to experience live music, culture, outdoor adventures and acclaimed cuisine in one location. Its no wonder why Knoxville was recently named as a “Top 10 Destination on the Rise” by Trip Advisor.
Cirrus Aircrafts Mission is to deliver an aviation experience that is the pinnacle of innovation, quality, and safety to our customers. Cirrus Aircraft is the recognized global leader in personal aviation and the maker of the best-selling SR Series piston aircraft and the Vision Jet™, the worlds first single engine Personal Jet and recipient of the 2017 Robert J. Collier Trophy. Founded in 1984, the company has redefined performance, comfort and safety in aviation with innovations like the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System® (CAPS®) – the first FAA-certified whole-airframe parachute safety system included as standard equipment on an aircraft. To date, worldwide flight time on Cirrus aircraft has passed nine million hours and over 1 people have returned home safely to their families as a result of the inclusion of CAPS® as a standard feature on all Cirrus aircraft. Find out more at www.cirrusaircraft.com.
Cirrus offers a competitive benefits package and is dedicated to the advancement of general aviation. The Cirrus Flying Club offers employees and their family members the unique opportunity to obtain their private pilots license in the comfort of a Cirrus or rent a Cirrus for an impromptu adventure at a greatly reduced rate. We are committed to investing in the future of our employees and company by offering professional development and career progression opportunities and we engage employees by offering several employee and family events throughout the year, as well as the opportunity to take part in activity clubs and community events.
Cirrus is dedicated to a drug free work environment promoting equal employment opportunity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, national origin, color, age, disability, religion, pregnancy, veteran status, marital and family status, sexual orientation, receipt of public assistance, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
