Videographer for Boating Hospitality Company

Join Our Team as a Videographer at Bridge Marina

Do you enjoy shooting and editing compelling video? Do you seek to create video content that makes a difference that you can see and hear? We are seeking a Videographer to join our team and tell our story, educate boaters, and showcase the boating lifestyle via video. In this role, you will be responsible for shooting, editing, and producing video content that contextualizes what we do as well as captivates the audience. As a Videographer with Bridge Marina, you will wear multiple hats, including shooting, editing, and more to contextualize what we do. We invite you to explore our company's extensive online content @bridgemarina on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, or LinkedIn, where you may identify opportunities that you may ultimately contribute, expand and shape our future initiatives (also visit Bridgemarina.com)

What You'll Do:

• Video shooting: You will be filming in and around the marina, on the water, and at various locations capturing the boating lifestyle. We typically work with minimal equipment, natural light with videographer and talent, plus occasional teammates as crew.
• Editing: Editing is done in contact with the marketing coordinator and marketing team; we seek to film, edit and post content in a rapid manner. It is not uncommon for us to shoot, edit and post videos in the same day.
• Diverse Content Creation: As a vital member of our marketing team, you'll be involved in all facets of content production, from strategy to media management, and every step of production. This role offers you a taste of the entire marketing landscape including creative input.
• Collaboration: You'll closely collaborate with our marketing manager, content creator, and president, gaining insights into the exciting aspects of marketing and business development. You'll also have access to perks like staff events on the water, boating opportunities, incentives, and rewarding experiences both on and around the water.
• Your work make a significant impact. It will help people become boaters and remain boaters and share all the benefits of time on the water with family and friends.
  
  
  

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Collaborate with a Creative Director and team, including researching, organizing, and conceptualizing video ideas and concepts to enhance the final product.
• Shooting videos in diverse settings, including outdoor locations and on the water, sometimes in varying weather conditions.
• Craft background films, photos, "B" rolls, and live feeds to enhance storytelling.
• Conduct interviews. Capture genuine moments and emotions of team and guests.
• Editing and creating short-form videos for social media, email, and our website that resonate with our audience.
• Add closed captioning, graphics, and other on-screen elements to enhance the viewer's experience.
• Managing production efforts, including maintaining an organized and accessible content library.
• Assisting the Marketing Department with various marketing-related projects.
  
  
  

What Skills You Need:

• Proficiency in shooting videos using both cameras and smartphones.
• Physical dexterity, mobility, and stamina. patience for capturing the perfect shot
• Strong interpersonal skills, active listening skills, comfort with a collaborative process, comfortable receiving and implementing constructive feedback.
• Proficiency in using video editing software with a keen eye for storytelling.
• Capability to extract and combine content to craft compelling narratives.
• Exceptional organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Energy, determination, and courage to capture outstanding shots and fulfill job responsibilities.
• A minimum of one (1) year of work experience in a similar position or field.
  
  
  

At Bridge Marina, we take pride in our welcoming, engaged, and safety-conscious team. Our core culture is built on pillars of workplace safety, guest focus, personal leadership, dependability, initiative, and teamwork. We thrive as a close-knit, small business, and our team members are those who truly appreciate the unique benefits of such an environment. Our colleagues find fulfillment in a job well done, take joy in the creative process, and in actively contributing to meaningful change. They seek more than just a means to an end; they aspire to be part of something. That 'something' is our distinct environment and our remarkable style of delivering unique boating services. While boating experience is not a mandatory requirement for this role, a background, interest, or desire in boating lifestyle is favorable and aligns well with the position.

Competitive hourly rates range from $20 to $24 or annual equivalent of approximately $40,000-$50,000, commensurate with experience, ability, and fit. Exceptional candidates may qualify for additional incentives. Opportunities for advancement and increases are available, offering you the chance to evolve with our growing company. We offer a work schedule that supports a healthy work-life balance, consisting of 35-45 hours per week, Tuesday through Saturday, and occasional remote work. Our offices are located on the shores of Lake Hopatcong. We offer a supportive health care package, IRA with a company contribution, sick time, and vacation time that supports well-being and peace of mind. This role will emerge you in boating ; with team events, boating opportunities, and experiences both on and around the water. Our primary offices and video is centered around beautiful Lake Hopatcong. While most of our work takes place here, we do shoot videos at our scenic saltwater location in Highlands, NJ location. We've found that team members who are comfortable with the commute thrive best in this role.

Our application process involves a minimum of two phone interviews and two in-person interviews. We welcome the submission of relevant work samples, particularly those aligning with our existing content or innovative content ideas you may propose.

About Bridge Marina: Bridge Marina has been helping boaters for over 65 years, and it is not just about boats. Bridge Marina is a place where people come to learn, get on the water, and enjoy the fun, entertainment, and exploration that boating offers. We have helped thousands of boaters get on the water. We're looking for teammates who relish the idea of working on and around the water, with boats and boaters, and being part of a fun and energizing community.