What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photo and Video Specialist Job at Shenandoah University in Winchester position at Shenandoah University?
The Office of Marketing and Communications is accepting applications for a Photo and Video Specialist. This is a full-time benefited position located on our main campus in Winchester, Virginia.
As Photo & Video Specialist at Shenandoah University, you will be responsible for all aspects of electronic media production, including videography, photography, editing, and distribution that showcases the diversity of Shenandoah University’s programs and experiences. Your role will support storytelling of more than 200 areas of study across six schools as a part of the university's marketing and communications team.
The Photo & Video Specialist will work in close collaboration with the Director of Creative Services and the Senior Photo / Video Specialist to develop consistent visual narratives within the university’s brand messaging. Team collaboration will offer a platform for fresh ideas, along with support for continued creative and technical growth.
The ideal candidate is a positive, creative individual with a passion for exploring emerging visual mediums to inspire and attract audiences. Additionally, this individual should excel at time management and organization in an environment where quick turnarounds of projects are often necessary.
The Photo & Video Specialist will play a crucial role in helping to shape the evolving visual identity of the university and its communication to external and internal audiences.
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Collaborate with internal & external university individuals and the Office of Marketing & Communications (OMC) staff to produce effective photo / video projects that align with strategic goals
- Prioritize projects based on core areas of Recruitment, Retention, Advancement and the Office of the President
- Execute current photo / video trends in visual storytelling techniques
- Understand online distribution channels and viewing habits of each channel
- Understand visual communication including the use of composition, typography and color theory
- Problem-solve quickly and effectively
- Execute simultaneous projects with tight deadlines and see them through from concept to completion
- Help manage digital asset storage and archiving along with video equipment and storage locations
- Excel in interpersonal interactions with students and other individuals being filmed and photographed
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs and carry up to 25 lbs on your person for extended periods of time
- Full-time employee with a flexible schedule that allows for possible night, weekend, and multi-day trips for university events
- Maintain great workflows and processes for photo / video capturing and editing
- Participate in the process of developing story ideas and contribute to the overall creative vision for projects produced by OMC
- Provide a positive role model and assist with educating / training students and student employees.
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