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Inside Higher Ed · 2 weeks ago

Visual Media Specialist

Palos Hills, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$48K/yr - $64K/yr

1+ years exp

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a Visual Media Specialist to create compelling photography, videos, and visual media content that supports the goals and brand of Moraine Valley Community College. The role involves capturing campus life through visual storytelling and collaborating with the Marketing and Communications team to enhance visual continuity across various media.

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Responsibilities

Photographs and/or records video for college events and activities, including but not limited to lectures, seminars, sports, special events, and more

Tells a story visually and independently captures unique and notable moments of campus life

Understands digital asset management and adheres to departmental best practices

Prepares visual media for web, print and/or social media usage

Works collaboratively to enhance and develop visual continuity between photographs and video

Works collaboratively with all of the Marketing and Communications staff to brainstorm and execute imagery that furthers specific marketing plans, campaigns, strategies or budgets

Develops and maintains relationships with college clients

Maintains equipment

Performs related duties as assigned

Qualification

PhotographyVideo productionAdobe Creative SuiteDigital asset managementAdobe PremiereCreative problem solvingCollaborationTime management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Communication, Media Arts, Photography, Film/Videography, or another related field (Bachelor's required)

Minimum 1-3 years of experience with photography and/or video production, preferably within higher education

Online portfolio is required (please ensure this is attached in your application materials or a link is provided)

Demonstrated ability to use digital technology to successfully capture images still images, video segments and audio both on location and in the studio

Knowledge of computers and standard computer applications related to photo, video and multimedia editing and production, including the Adobe Creative Suite, Extensis Portfolio, and more

Knowledgeable of photographic skills and understands lighting both on location and in studio

Experience with recording two-camera interviews and editing videos in Adobe Premiere

Highly creative and able to receive constructive criticism appropriately

Self-starter who can work independently, solve problems and manage multiple projects at once

Must be able to work quickly under deadline pressure and follow through on assignments

Ability to concentrate and contribute in a fast-paced environment

Able to travel and work outside of normal business hours both on- and off-campus as shoots required

The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel

The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear

The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus