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NEOGOV · 4 months ago

Video, Photo & Social Media Specialist

Whitworth University Campus

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$23.55/hr - $24.66/hr

2+ years exp

Whitworth University is seeking a talented and creative individual to join our Marketing Communications (MarCom) team as a Video, Photo & Social Media Specialist. This role will be instrumental in capturing the essence of campus life through engaging videos and photographs while also supporting the university's social media presence.

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Responsibilities

Capture daily elements of campus life through videos and photos

Attend and cover select university events

Organize, schedule, and conduct dedicated video and photo shoots

Produce videos for use online and at university events

Work closely with the associate director of media relations and other marcom team members to ensure videos are aligned with the university brand and strategic goals

Select, edit, and format photos, ensuring they meet university standards and are ready for use across a variety of mediums, including print, web, and social media

Manage and organize a digital media library, ensuring photo and video assets are appropriately labeled, categorized, and accessible to marcom staff and campus partners

Coordinate the video and photo planning processes

Storyboard and conceptualize with the marcom office and campus partners

Work collaboratively with other marcom team members and campus partners to develop, plan, and post content to Whitworth’s primary social media channels

Monitor engagement on social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube) to identify and promptly address questions and potential issues

Gather, analyze, and provide quarterly reports about key user engagement metrics on Whitworth’s social media channels

Assist campus partners with university-endorsed social media accounts

Work closely with students to spearhead student-driven initiatives, managing student-generated content and student-run campaigns

Arrange for release and liability forms, as needed

Ensure copyright law is followed with both audio and visual content. Work with third parties to acquire licenses as necessary

Participate in department events and special projects

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuiteVideographyPhotographySocial media managementDSLR camera operationEffective communicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsWork independently

Required

Two years of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Premier, After Effects, Audition, Photoshop and Illustrator)

Strong understanding of social media platforms and trends, including digital storytelling trends

Experience with audio and lighting equipment

A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning

A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church

Ability to use a DSLR camera on manual setting

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Proficiency in videography and photography techniques, including editing software

Effective interpersonal and organizational skills

Ability to work independently and be productive in a fast-paced development environment