Videographer and Photographer

Digital Control Incorporated (DCI) is the world’s leading supplier of underground locating and steering products for the horizontal directional drilling (HDD) industry. Since the introduction of this revolutionary technology 30 years ago, Digital Control has been at the forefront of trenchless technologies that enable the efficient installation of underground utilities such as fiber optic, telecom, gas, and water lines world-wide. DCI’s products are valued for their durable design, ease of use and uncompromising commitment to customer service.

With a local presence and a global footprint, we boast some of the most seasoned team members in the field by creating a working environment where people like to come to work. There are no office spaces to encourage open collaboration between departments and the opportunity to step outside your role and expand your knowledge and skill sets.

As our in-house videographer and photographer, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the narrative of our groundbreaking products, particularly in Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD). HDD, the backbone of global utility installation, connects businesses and communities in ways you've never imagined and is likely happening in your backyard. You can focus on your craft, creating inspiring visual stories to spark the imagination of our followers, partners, and team members.

What you'll do:

• Video and Still Content Creation
• Demonstrated ability to create content that appeals to a global audience while respecting and reflecting local cultures, languages, and consumer behaviors. A strong understanding of cultural nuances and the ability to adapt visual storytelling to fit diverse audience needs is essential.

• Global Content Curation
• Experience in editing and maintaining a library of images and videos that can be effectively utilized by marketing and cross-functional teams worldwide, with a keen eye for selecting content that has universal appeal but can be easily adapted for local markets.
• Linguistic Versatility
• Experience or willingness to work with translators or local content creators to ensure that all visual content is appropriate and effectively communicated across different languages and cultural contexts.
• Production Planning
• Work closely with subject matter experts, training personnel, and project teams to plan and execute high-quality video productions. Ensure all aspects of lighting, sound, and equipment are optimized for capturing superior images and footage across diverse locations.
• Technical Expertise
• Record both staged and spontaneous scenes, employing a range of equipment including cameras, drones, and editing consoles. Enhance videos with cutting-edge editing techniques to remove undesired footage and incorporate effects, transitions, and graphics.
• Equipment Management
• Oversee the selection, maintenance, and inventory of recording and editing equipment. Provide recommendations for equipment purchases or upgrades to stay at the forefront of video production technology.
• Project Coordination
• Engage in detailed discussions with clients, editorial teams, art directors, and other project stakeholders to fully understand the project's audience, objectives, and messaging. Create visual media that aligns with the intended message, resonating with the target audience.
• Collaborative Skills
• Proven track record of working collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including content managers, subject matter experts, and global marketing teams, to ensure content aligns with both global brand strategies and local market needs.
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving
• Must be highly adaptable, able to problem-solve on the go, and capable of making quick adjustments to plans and content based on real-time feedback from global teams and local audiences.
• Cultural Research Competence
• Strong research skills to thoroughly understand the cultural background of each project's target audience, ensuring all visual content is culturally appropriate and engaging.
• Travel Willingness
• Availability and willingness to travel on short notice to capture content that requires genuine local context, with the ability to navigate and respect diverse cultural settings.
• Continuous Learning
• A commitment to continuous learning about new cultures, consumer trends, and technological advancements to ensure our visual content remains relevant, respectful, and effective on a global scale.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of proven experience creating photo and video in a profession setting
• Desired Bachelor’s degree in Video and Photo Production or other related field
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with Adobe suite of photo and video editing software
• Thorough understanding of and ability to use basic video production equipment.
• Thorough understanding of artistic styles, techniques, methodologies, and effects used within video production.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Ability to arrange sets and lighting to capture professional video.

Who are you

• You are a creative videographer with a passion for storytelling and a desire to connect with people worldwide.
• You prefer a role where you get to do a lot of different things and collaborate with others
• You are looking for an opportunity to shape the creative direction from start to finish in a stable of a world-leading company

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement, we encourage you to still apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or another role at DCI.

Benefits

• Unparalleled health benefits (PPO plan with no deductibles, no co-pays, DCI covers 99% of costs)
• Quarterly bonuses: we all share in the success of the company
• Professional development
• 401k match (3% match from DCI regardless of participation, 5% maximum match, 100% vested immediately)
• 22 days PTO
• Parental leave
• Company covers 100% of payroll taxes for state family medical leave
• 11 annual paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Winter break (we are closed the last week of each year)
• See more benefits information here.

Compensation:

• DCI is proud to offer comprehensive compensation packages including competitive base pay and discretionary quarterly profit sharing bonuses to all part-time and full-time team members. Base pay is reviewed at a minimum on an annual basis.
• Pay range: $83,600.00 - $107,200.00 per year. To ensure equity, our compensation philosophy is to bring people into new roles in the range of the mid-point of that role. Factors considered for pay include the level of skill, experience, training, external market factors, and internal value.
• Profit sharing bonus: Over the last 3 years, quarterly bonuses ranged between 11% and 27%. Future bonuses could be higher or lower depending on company profits.

Why DCI?

Work hard, play often... DCI employees are innovative and creative. Our open (forest-like) work environment creates free flowing conversations across all functions. We have gaming days; Lego challenges and ping pong matches to build on our creativity when one hits a roadblock. If that is not enough, our employees bring their four-legged companions (dogs) to work and can take them for a walk around the Green River trail.

DCI takes pride in caring a lot about our employees. We believe that employees should not be burdened with benefits expenses, so we provide lucrative health care plans unmatched in most other companies. We also like to eat at DCI and find any excuse to celebrate the most random holidays (Pi Day, Chocolate Ice Cream Day, etc.) We have monthly catered lunches, a fully stocked snack area, sporting tickets, wellness competitions, and most importantly a team of people who will tell you that DCI is the best place they've ever worked. This is evident by our long service team and low turnover.

We Celebrate Inclusion:

DCI is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at DCI is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. DCI does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

It is DCI’s policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. The Company's EEO policy includes the full & complete support of the Company and all levels of leadership. Because it's just the right thing to do. We hope you think so too.