Videographer / Photographer

University of Idaho, United States

Updated: over 1 year ago
Location: Moscow, IDAHO
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Posting Number SP003613P
Position Title Videographer / Photographer
Location Moscow
Division/College University Communications & Marketing
Department University Communications & Marketing
FLSA Status Overtime Eligible
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range $20.00 per hour or more depending on qualifications
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Position Overview
The Videographer/Photographer provides media production services and photographic services for a diverse clientele, responsible for conceptualizing, developing, producing, shooting and editing a variety of video and photo projects to create clear and effective electronic media communications and still photography to a variety of audiences. The incumbent serves as production staff for projects, assisting in all aspects of production and post-production work, including logging, offline editing, and managing a library, as well as lighting, shooting, live streaming, producing, writing, conducting on camera interviews, directing, encoding, and design for web media. The position provides a variety of photographic functions such as photographic shooting work that includes portraits, photojournalism, and on-location set-ups using digital photographic equipment. The incumbent will transport, set up, and operate equipment, assist with location scouting, staging, lighting, as well as set preparation and design.
This position requires a flexible schedule to cover events including nights and weekends with the additional potential for multi day travel for project work.
Unit Overview
Telling our story is a presidential priority. Videos and photos are essential to effectively telling the U of I story. The Videographer/ Photographer provides media production services and photographic services for a diverse clientele, responsible for conceptualizing, developing, producing, shooting and editing a variety of video and photo projects to create clear and effective electronic media communications and still photography to a variety of audiences.
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Internal Posting?

Position Responsibilities


Key Accountability On assignment, produces high quality electronic media projects that achieve client objectives by:
Job Duties
  • Conceptualizing, scripting, pre-producing, scheduling and planning photo and video projects.
  • Developing creative program treatment, storyline, motion graphics, video and audio content
  • Editing program material by operating software editing systems for video and audio footage, graphics, animation, image processing and sound design.
  • Conducting interviews on and off camera.
  • Shooting in a variety of situations, according to instructions of client or art director, in studio and on location.
  • Digitally logging transcribing and archiving footage for entry into the database by following specific detailed guidelines and instructions.
  • Maintaining databases including ongoing and completed projects, media libraries, equipment inventory, etc.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.
Key Accountability Works to maintain effective and efficient operations by:
Job Duties
  • Digitally logging, transcribing and archiving footage for entry into the database by following specific detailed guidelines and instructions.
  • Maintaining databases including ongoing and completed projects, media libraries, equipment inventory, etc.
  • Developing and maintaining websites and other resources.
Key Accountability Fulfills a variety of client requests for media services by:
Job Duties
  • Maintaining professional and courteous attitude while handling multiple assignments, working varied hours, working under deadline pressures and accurately executing detailed requests in coordination with the Digital Media Producer;
  • Practicing good time management and time tracking to accurately report on work completed;
  • Working and communicating effectively with other employees, content specialists and coworkers to coordinate schedules, facilities and equipment to meet client needs;
  • Providing clients with copies of completed projects in various requested formats
Key Accountability Contributes to a team by:
Job Duties
  • Working closely with Creative Services, University Communications & Marketing, and external marketing/advertising/production firms to guarantee all content created follows University of Idaho brand guidelines.
  • Attend meetings, workshops and trainings.
  • Ensuring professional development, maintaining technical knowledge and enhances skills by attending appropriate training courses and seminars.
  • Reviewing and implementing current industry trends and using self-taught tutorials.
  • Performing other duties as assigned within the scope of this position.

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Video program production – from concept development through acquisition, editing and program distribution via the web and other means.
  • Storytelling through photography and digital media avenues.
  • Using advanced functionality of image editing software such as Adobe Photoshop processes, webpage software, HTML and Digital Asset Management software.
Required Education
  • Two years of college level training in professional video and audio production (writing, shooting, editing video programs) and digital photography, its processes and tech in both Macintosh and Windows within a network environment.
Required Licensures, Certifications or other
  • Possess valid driver’s license.
  • Ability to pass van driver safety course and drive UI vehicles.
Additional Preferred
  • This position requires a flexible schedule to cover events including nights and weekends.
Physical Requirements
  • Ability to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move video production equipment weighing 50 pounds over various terrain and conditions.
  • Setting up and transporting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Standing for extended periods during photo shoots, which can be approximately 4 – 6 hours in duration.
Working Conditions
  • Must be willing to work a varied flexible schedule including early mornings, nights and weekends related to event based work.
  • Ability to travel.
Degree Requirement N/A: No degree requirement

Posting Information


Posting Date 09/27/2022
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is open until filled, however applications received on or before October 11, 2022 will receive first consideration.
Posting will remain open until a suitable pool of candidates is identified.
Please use your letter of qualification to explain how your work experience, skills, and abilities meet the required qualifications as well as any preferred qualifications you meet.
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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