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Photographer

Indiana University Bloomington
South Bend, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/17/2025

Job Summary

Department Specific Responsibilities

  • Works with students and all levels of university faculty and staff as well as high level donors, alumni, and community partners and vendors, video production, shooting and editing a diverse range of videography projects and photography on campus including the scheduling / coordinating of photo shoots and their archival.
  • Responsible for all technical tasks related to pre-production, production and post-production of video and photo projects, including care of equipment, transportation of, operation of and maintenance of university video and photography equipment.
  • Fully produces high-quality promotional and informational videos and photos for schools, colleges, and departments on campus in an accurate and timely fashion.
  • Creates videos that capture and prompt audiences to watch and view other university videos while maintaining current subscribers and attracting new viewers.
  • Finds and identifies quality topics.
  • Sets up and handles equipment (lights, cameras, audio devices, etc.), including the successful storing, organization, and upkeep of equipment.
  • Arranges pre-production meetings and develops scripts and storyboard concepts for videos / streaming commercials and / or other video projects.
  • Updates and maintains pages / files as necessary (i.e., adding captions to videos to be in compliance with ADA Regulations).
  • Supports the overall mission of the Office of Communications and Marketing in the development of video elements, including finding interview subjects, generating graphics, and presenting video to clients and other groups.
  • Performs all duties in compliance with applicable University policies and procedures and state and federal requirements. Maintains archive of signed consent and release forms.
  • Maintains confidentiality of designated information.
  • Assists in mentoring any student workers and / or interns in the above-mentioned tasks.
  • Maintains schedule of all photography and video productions as assigned through the Office of Communications and Marketing.
  • Organizes, maintains, and updates OCM¿s photo and video asset management system and archives.
  • Responds to requests for images, videos; providing access while maintaining integrity of historical archives and digital assets and complying with copyright and intellectual property laws.
  • Verifies integrity of media files; specify and implement quality control procedures.
  • Coordinates logistics for media, video and photo opportunities (scheduling, venue, communication with staff, etc.)

General Responsibilities

  • Identifies basic and complex photography projects for use in a variety of marketing and communications needs; sets timelines, determines desired images and picture composition, and selects and adjusts subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired effects.
  • Captures, develops, and edits film and digital photographs using various software including Adobe Creative Suite, adjusting to formatting specifications of marketing and communications project needs, audiences, and platforms; may delegate basic editing tasks to Photography Assistant(s).
  • Regularly consults with marketing and communications staff and other key stakeholders to determine project needs and ensure photographic elements align with strategy and objectives.
  • Maintains photographic equipment, including photo lab equipment, lenses, lights, and cameras, inventory; performs basic and more complex equipment repairs.
  • Seeks input from peers and stakeholders on a variety of photography projects to evaluate effectiveness of different aesthetics, lighting, images, etc.
  • May provide guidance to Photography Assistants.
  • Qualifications

    Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

    EDUCATION

    Required

  • Bachelor's degree in photography, art, or related field
  • WORK EXPERIENCE

    Preferred

  • Some experience in relevant field
  • SKILLS

    Required

  • Proficient communication skills
  • Maintains a high degree of professionalism
  • Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
  • Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
  • Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
  • Preferred

  • Works well independently and is self-directed in assuming responsibility for assisting University clients
  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite software as well as other video and photography editing software
  • Possesses a creative mind
  • High level of communications skills
  • Works as a team player
  • Self-motivated, a leader, and displays selflessness
  • Ability to complete multiple tasks in the same time period
  • Working Conditions / Demands

    This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend / descend ladders / stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

    Work Location

    Indiana University South Bend campus

    Advertised Salary

    43,888.08 annually

    Benefits Overview

    For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including :

  • Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
  • Health savings account with generous IU contributions
  • Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
  • Basic group life insurance paid by IU
  • Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
  • Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
  • Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
  • Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
  • 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
  • Generous paid time off plans
  • Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

    Job Classification

    Career Level : Core

    FLSA : Exempt

    Job Function : Marketing & Communications

    Job Family : Visual Communications

    Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.

    Posting Disclaimer

    This posting is scheduled to close at 11 : 59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

    If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

    Salary : $43,888

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