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Is God calling you to ministry?

For over 70 years, The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) has proclaimed the Gospel through its various ministries. Whether you work at our headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove (BGTC) in Asheville, North Carolina, Blue Ridge Broadcasting (BRB) in Asheville, North Carolinaor a field office abroad, you are part of a team of committed Christians working together to reach people to the ends of the earth with the Gospel.

CHRISTIAN PURPOSE AND EXPECTATIONS:

All employees proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through their employment, and thereby further BGEA’s religious mission.

Department Detail –Video Ministry Services award-winning team produces BGEA’s TV Specials, the “Billy Graham Classics”, original Christian documentaries, short features and ministry-support content. They distribute programming worldwide through television broadcast, DVD and internet “Video on Demand” through digital platforms such as Amazon, Netflix, Roku, iTunes, Redbox and many others.

Job Summary –The Videographer must meet objectives the Ministry Services division and the overall mission and vision of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) by recording/acquiring video footage and supervising video recording sessions necessary to produce video programing that ministers directly to the unsaved or promotes the various ministry outreaches of the organization.

Ministry Requirements

• Maintains a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ
• Faithfully upholds BGEA in prayer
• Participates in daily BGEA staff devotions including Bible reading, and leading group prayer as schedule permits
• Demonstrates behavior aligned with BGEA’s Mission Statement, Statement of Faith, Hallmarks, policies, and expectations
• Effectively represents Jesus Christ to those within both personal and professional spheres of influence

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Extensive experience and strong working knowledge of Sony FX series cameras, including the FX3, FX6, FX9, and A7S III
• Extensive experience filming on LED walls and in small studio environments
• Sets up and creatively video-records professional footage for the BGEA, in-studios, on live public events, and on location, domestically and internationally
• Communicates ideas and concepts visually through excellent camera work, often based on scripts or as directed by Producer or other leadership.  Footage acquired should support the script, or if one does not exist, align with stated purpose of the project.
• Maintains high production standards, including the use of contemporary camera techniques, creative lighting effects, and excellence in technical application.  Acquire alternative footage for B-roll, perspective, establishing shots, and edit coverage.
• Uses all production equipment to its fullest advantage, and ensures that accurate records on footage content are generated
• Ensures digital media assets are delivered in the field to the Media Manager to allow for data back up and processing for non-linear editing as well as establishing shot logs
• Prepares equipment and supplies for location shoots, ensuring that the equipment is packed properly to guard against damage, and keeping the gear limited to proper weight standards of the airlines.
• Remains accountable for production equipment while in house and on the field.
• Secures and maintains the documentation (Carnet) of equipment related to the carrying out of duties overseas. Plans and secures customs clearances on all international shoots. Assures the proper amount of supplies to fulfill needs of the shoot.
• Assists with upkeep and inventory of VMS production equipment (cameras, mixers, lights, grip gear, etc.), and the organization of equipment storage areas, including the VMS ENG closet
• Assists with set up and maintenance of the VMS studio, including props, lighting, and other equipment

Marginal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists in “producing” of select projects as directed by supervisor.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Specifications

Skills and Knowledge

• Experience with computer software, such as non-linear editing software systems
• Experience with UAS (drones), FAA Section 107 license preferred
• Working knowledge of digital media management in studio and field
• Experience with Carnet International Documentation
• Ability to take initiative with required tasks, delivering the requested results with regard to department quality standards
• Experience with state-of-the-art video equipment, including 4K and High Definition cameras and peripheral equipment
• Familiarity with protocols, set etiquette, and relationships while on video productions
• Experience working with talent and corporate principals
• Ability to relate to people well, being approachable, and able to manage administrative tasks simultaneously
• Must possess project management skills
• Ability to provide leadership and to work as a team member; to give and take direction
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to interact with people of all backgrounds, demonstrating sensitivity to those of other cultures

Physical/Mental Demands

• Capacity to prioritize work and manage multiple projects in a high-paced environment
• Ability to work efficiently and productively under deadlines
• Ability to problem solve and find necessary solutions when problems arise
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs

Working Conditions

• Work is typically performed in a conventional office environment
• Video recording locations may expose the employee to wet or humid conditions, extreme weather, noisy environments, and other insecure and potentially unsafe settings
• Domestic and international travel required
• Ability to work long hours, at short notice, if necessary

Mission Statement

Continuing the lifelong work of Billy Graham, the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association exists to support and extend the evangelistic calling and ministry of Franklin Graham by proclaiming the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ to all we can by every effective means available to us and by equipping the church and others to do the same.

Statement of Faith

These core beliefsmakeup thefoundation upon whichall ourministryendeavorsare based.

• Webelievethe Bibleto betheinspired,the onlyinfallible,authoritativeWordofGodrevealing thelove ofGod to the world.  (1Thessalonians2:13;2Timothy3:15-17;John 3:16).
• WebelievethatthereisoneGod,eternallyexistent in three persons: Father,Son,and HolySpirit.
  (Matthew28:19; John 10:30;Ephesians4:4-6).
• Webelieveinthe deityofthe LordJesusChrist,inHisvirgin birth,inHissinlesslife,inHismiracles,inHis vicariousand atoning death through His shed blood on the cross,in Hisbodilyresurrection,inHisascensionto theright handofthe Father,andinHispersonalreturninpowerand glory. (Matthew 1:23;John 1:1-4 and1:29;Acts1:11and 2:22-24;Romans8:34;1Corinthians15:3-4;2 Corinthians5:21; Philippians2:5-11;Hebrews1:1-4 and 4:15).
• Webelievethatall men everywhere are lostandfacethe judgmentofGod,thatJesusChrististhe onlyway of salvation,andthat forthe salvationoflostand sinfulman, repentanceofsinandfaithinJesusChristresultsin regeneration bythe HolySpirit.Furthermore, we believethatGod willreward the righteouswitheternal life inheaven,andthatHe willbanish the unrighteousto everlasting punishment inhell.(Luke24:46-47;John 14:6;Acts4:12;Romans3:23;2Corinthians5:10-11;Ephesians1:7 and2:8-9; Titus3:4-7).
• Webelieveinthe present ministryofthe HolySpirit,whose indwelling enablesthe Christian tolive agodly life. (John 3:5-8;Acts1:8and 4:31; Romans8:9;1 Corinthians2:14;Galatians5:16-18;Ephesians6:12;Colossians2:6-10).
• Webelieveinthe resurrection ofboththe saved andthe lost;the saved untothe resurrection ofeternallife and the lostuntothe resurrection ofdamnationandeternalpunishment.(1 Corinthians15:51-57; Revelation20:11-15).
• Webelieveinthe spiritual unityofbelieversinthe LordJesusChristand thatall true believersaremembersofHisbody, the church.  (1 Corinthians12:12,27; Ephesians1:22-23).
• Webelievethattheministryofevangelism(sharing andproclaiming themessage ofsalvationonlypossiblebygrace throughfaithinJesusChrist)and discipleship(helpingfollowersofChristgrowup intomaturityinChrist)isa responsibilityofallfollowersofJesusChrist.  (Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15;1 Peter 3:15).
• WebelieveGod’splanfor humansexualityisto be expressed onlywithinthe contextofmarriage,that Godcreatedman andwoman asunique biologicalpersonsmadefor each other.Godinstitutedmonogamousmarriage between male andfemale asthefoundation ofthefamilyand the basicstructure of human society.Forthisreason,we believethat marriageisexclusivelythe union ofonegeneticmale andone geneticfemale. (Genesis2:24;Matthew19:5-6; Mark10:6-9;Romans1:26-27;1 Corinthians6:9).
• We believe that we must dedicate ourselves to prayer, to the service of our Lord, to His authority over ourlives, and to the ministry of evangelism.  (Matthew 9:35-38; 22:37-39, and 28:18-20; Acts 1:8; Romans 10:9-15 and 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10; Colossians 2:6-10; 1 Peter 3:15).
• We believe that human life is sacred from conception to its natural end; and that we must have concern for the physical and spiritual needs of our fellowmen.  (Psalm 139:13; Isaiah 49:1; Jeremiah 1:5; Matthew 22:37-39; Romans 12:20-21; Galatians 6:10).
• We believe God wonderfully and immutably creates each person a biological male or female.  These two distinct, but complementary sexes together reflect the image and likeness of God.  Rejection of one’s biological sex is a rejection of God’s merciful design and creative order.  (Genesis 1:26-27; Mark 10:6; 1 Corinthians 6:9; Deuteronomy 22:5).

Expectations for Ministry Employment

Asan employee ofBillyGrahamEvangelisticAssociation:

• I acknowledge that the Lord Jesus Christ is my personal Savior and that I am a personal representative of Him.
• I understand that BGEA is a Christian organization whose purpose is proclaiming the message of the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ throughout the world.
• I agree that the purpose of my employment with BGEA is to further its Christian purpose, that I am prepared to assist in accomplishing that purpose, and that my role with BGEA plays a vital part in carrying out its Christian purpose and mission.
• I understand that I must exhibit conduct that is consistent with BGEA’s expectations, whether at work or away from work, in keeping with scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies including Christian Conduct.
• I understand that BGEA has the right and the responsibility to ensure that its Christian religious purpose is carried on with the highest standards and is not harmed or impeded by conduct that is inconsistent with the Bible, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, its Christian religious purpose, or its policies
• I understand that any of my conduct which is not in keeping with the scriptural teachings and principles as set forth in God’s Word, BGEA’s Statement of Faith, and BGEA’s policies, is inconsistent with BGEA’s Christian religious purpose.
• I understand that if my conduct is determined by BGEA to be inconsistent with its Christian religious purpose, the result will be corrective action up to and including termination from employment.

The Title VII Exception for Employment

The Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) is a faith-based religious organization committed to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ through every effective means.  Consistent with our charitable purpose to share the Christian faith, a requirement for employment at BGEA is affirmation and adherence to our Christian Statement of Faith. Our Statement of Faith prerequisite for employment is based upon federal law set forth in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. Section 2000e-1.