Auburn University - Auburn, AL

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Auburn, AL
Educational Services

About the position

Recreation and Wellness at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a TES Photographer and Videographer! The individual in this role represents, produces, develops, and archives photographic and video documentation of Recreation and Wellness programs, services, and events. This position is crucial in creating consistent, high-quality photographs and videos that enhance the visual identity and brand of the department in accordance with established university standards. The assignments may take place onsite or on location and often occur after standard business hours, requiring flexibility and adaptability from the candidate. The TES unit, part of the Auburn University Department of Human Resources, serves as an in-house support center to meet the temporary employment needs of the university. It provides qualified and dedicated temporary employees across various occupations to fulfill staffing needs throughout the campus. Temporary employees are typically hired to assist in the absence of regular employees, during peak workloads, for special projects, seasonal work, or emergencies. This role offers a unique opportunity to showcase professional skills while gaining valuable work experience within the higher education sector. The selected candidate will utilize their professional knowledge and artistic judgment to deliver the highest quality photography and video for sports, fitness, outdoor recreation, and wellness programs, competitions, and special events. They will also be responsible for maintaining a comprehensive library of photography and video, ensuring all images are efficiently labeled and archived for future use. Additionally, the role includes mentoring and training student workers in photography, videography, and editing, contributing to the development of future professionals in the field.

Responsibilities

  • Utilizes professional knowledge and artistic judgement to provide the highest quality photography and video for sports, fitness, outdoor recreation, and wellness programs, competitions, and special events.
  • Creates engaging photography and video to increase reach, engagement, and participation among Auburn University students.
  • Maintains a comprehensive photography and video library and efficiently labels and archives all images.
  • Plans and executes promotional photo and video shoots for Recreation and Wellness programs, services, and events.
  • Operates and maintains all photography and video equipment and accessories.
  • Edits all image and video formats and any other media asset based on placement (web, news, social media, and print publications).
  • Archives/uploads completed video and photography in a timely manner.
  • Performs digital work consisting of scanning, cropping, color correction, and retouching for both photography and video.
  • Maintains comprehensive library and appropriately archives digital files for historical documentation and future use.
  • Mentors and trains student workers in photography, videography, and editing.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Knowledge of photo and video editing software including the Adobe Creative Suite— specifically Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Lightroom.

Nice-to-haves

  • Working Knowledge of After Effects and Adobe Illustrator
  • 2-3 years of professional experience in photography, videography, or digital marketing.
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