(On-site) Photographer/Video Producer - Strategic Communications and Marketing Department

The Storytelling Department at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for an on-site Photographer/Video Producer.

About the Opportunity

The Photographer/Video Producer at West Virginia University produces photography and videography to tell the story of our vibrant community through our many channels, including social media, web, email, print, and others. As a content creator on the Storytelling team in the Strategic Communications & Marketing division, the ideal candidate will have a good eye, an ability to work collaboratively as well as independently, and be excited about finding and telling stories visually.

The Photographer/Video Producer should be an experienced expert, capable of producing creative and striking imagery that engages our audiences. Our content creators work closely with our writers and social media team and often collaborate on projects. We value excellence and encourage innovation and curiosity - aiming to have fun in the process.

This is an exciting time for the SCM Storytelling team - we are capturing the academic, research, outreach and student experiences at WVU and bringing the institution to life with our stories. Check out some of our recent photography and video work.

**This is a full-time in-person position. Some evening and weekend work is expected.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

• Capture high-level photography.
• Develop high-quality video projects, including conducting interviews, shooting b-roll, utilizing a variety of visual techniques.
• Edit video projects at an expert level, aligning these projects to overall project goals.
• Operate visual equipment at an expert level (e.g. cameras, audio equipment, lighting, studio setups, green screens, drones, gimbals).
• Identify ways to build WVU's visibility and enhance its reputation through innovative use of photography, videography and other visual mediums/platforms.
• Maintain an understanding of industry trends and innovative creative executions through constant research. Consider how the University could utilize these and offer them up as part of project discussions.
• Develop unique visual work that aligns with the established WVU brand guidelines and style.
• Understand and utilize available programs and tools (Lightroom, Premiere, PhotoMechanic, SmugMug, etc.)
• Develop a constant flow of campus photography and videography to be utilized in a variety of ways (e.g. outdoor campus scenes, classroom/lab immersive content, etc.).
• Work with other teams within the division: Marketing & Brand Strategy; Communications; Strategic Priorities; Operations.
• Fully understand the University's mission, vision, values, goals and brand.
• Attend a variety of assignments and events for photo and video assets that align with project goals; this could include evening and weekend work.
• Develop strong relationships with other visual experts on campus and within the unit.

• Bachelor's degree

• A minimum of two (2) years of related professional experience

  • Part 107C drone pilot certification is a plus but not required.

  • The ideal candidate is an expert in photography and video. However, candidates who have attained excellence in just one area (and are ready to learn the other) are encouraged to apply and will be considered.

• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Application Instructions: Submit a resume, cover letter and a link to an online portfolio of your photo and video work. Include the portfolio link in the resume and/or the cover letter.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated excellence in photography
• Demonstrated excellence in videography
• Demonstrated excellence in photo editing
• Demonstrated excellence in video editing
• Demonstrated experience in rapid delivery of content
• Demonstrated experience with sound editing, lighting, and other multimedia tools
• Demonstrated experience with Adobe software (e.g. Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro)
• Demonstrated ability in establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships
• Experience with After Effects is a plus
• Experience in organizing tasks, documents and materials with efficiency and accuracy
• Experience in managing multiple projects with competing priorities
• Self-starter and can lead independently and proactively
• Ability to adhere to WVU brand guidelines
• Ability to take note of changing technology trends as it impacts visual storytelling

• Valid driver's license

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.