Photographer (Temporary Employee Pool)

Company: University of the Pacific
Location: Stockton
Posted on: August 3, 2020

Job Description:

Posting DetailsJob TitlePhotographer (Temporary Employee Pool)Union LevelDepartmentOffice of Marketing and Communications CampusStocktonPosting Number201301735PFull or Part TimePart TimeNumber of Months12Work ScheduleWork performed on an on-call basis as needed. May be required to travel to the Sacramento campus.This is a temporary non-benefit eligible position.Position End DateOpen Date06/21/2019Close DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsThis recruitment is to establish a pool of qualified candidates, from which multiple short term, temporary appointments may be made.Your application will be active for up to 12 months within the temporary pool. (Note: If a job specific posting is created and you are interested in that specific position, please reapply directly to the posted position. Your previous temporary pool application will not automatically transfer to the new job opening.)Submission of materials does not guarantee consideration for future employment in openings of this type, since availability can be unpredictable and consideration competitive.Primary PurposeReporting to the senior creative director, the videographer/photographer will think like a photojournalist (i.e., be able to produce impactful, dynamic imagery and tell visual stories using a variety of mediums including still photography and video). The videographer/photographer is responsible for creating compelling visual stories for use on university websites, various social media channels, printed publications and advertisements as well as campus signature events. Guided by strategic priorities, this individual also will be called on to capture campus beauty, university events, ceremonies, lectures and performances, and to provide portraiture of faculty, staff, administration, students, and other diverse projects all while using a high level of creativity and independent judgement. The successful incumbent will also seek and create opportunities to enhance multi-media storytelling and support university Communications social media and branding campaigns.Essential Functions1.Creates engaging multimedia storytelling using videography and photography. Captures occasional video for B-roll and other projects as appropriate.2.Documents campus life on a daily basis, being alert to unplanned photo and multi-media story telling opportunities.3.Takes and evaluates video and photo requests resulting in consultation with the senior creative director. Determines which requests to fill, which to refer to freelance photographers, and which to decline.4.Collaborates with other marketing and communications staff and contributes to university social media efforts, including significant responsibility for developing the university's image and visual brand on social media platforms.5.Builds video and photo galleries, creates slide shows and seeks ways to enhance multi-media storytelling for the university in all its branding efforts.6.Maintains extensive and current video and photo library using a digital asset management system, representing all aspects of life on the university's three campuses.7.Provides fast turnaround of images for web, social media and news media requests. Disseminates videos and photographs to media or other third parties as appropriate.8.Mentors and supervises student interns or student employees to enhance the marketing and communications department's video and photo capabilities. Works closely with other professional videographers and photographers who are contracted for specialty assignments such as special events, executive portraits or architectural and artwork photography.9.Provides technical assistance and serves as resource to university colleagues.10.Distributes and collects signatures on video and photo releases for university shoots, and keeps files of the signed releases.11.In case of emergency, documents events in videos and photos, and under general direction from the crisis team, distributes materials to news media and other entities.12.Handles multiple assignments well, maintaining a positive attitude under pressure and meeting deadlines.13.Stays abreast of industry technology, techniques, trends and best practices to sharpen skills and to share insights with other team members.14.Values diversity and inclusion in day-to-day interactions and in creative recommendations and decision-making.15.Miscellaneous duties as assigned or requested.Minimum Qualifications--- Minimum of three (3) years of full-time experience as a professional videographer/photographer.Skills/Knowledge and Expertise:--- Skill in creatively and imaginatively producing video and photographs.--- Outstanding portfolio of high quality videos and images and a demonstrated ability to shoot outstanding images in a wide variety of scenarios (special events, news photos, portraits, groups, receptions, sports and action scenes, landscapes, buildings, etc.).--- Knowledge of videography and photographic principles, practices and techniques.--- Extensive knowledge of videography and photographic lighting techniques.--- Knowledge of programs and platforms to build video and photo galleries, slide shows and other multi-media storytelling elements.--- Experience editing, organizing, and maintaining an extensive database of videos and photos.--- Power user skills with video and photo editing software and image-management systems, as well as Microsoft Office applications. knowledge of video editing software and processes, such as Final Cut Pro. Adobe Creative Suite experience especially helpful.Preferred Qualifications--- Bachelor's degree in film studies, videography, photography or photojournalism or equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.--- Ability to take initiative and work independently, successfully prioritize tasks and deadlines, manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and efficiently manage one's own time.--- Excellent command of the English language, including grammar and spelling.--- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and experience dealing effectively with a wide range of people.--- Outstanding customer service skills and desire to assist others; approachable; ability to quickly establish rapport, making people feel comfortable and welcome.--- Must be able to perform in a rapidly changing environment and be flexible and adaptable.--- Perform in a professional manner, and maintain competency and a positive attitude in a fast-paced work environment. --- Have a tactful and diplomatic manner that leaves a positive impression.--- Maintain a positive "helping" disposition and a stellar work ethic.--- Flexible schedule to accommodate long hours and after-hours events.--- Positive attitude, proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.Physical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Duties may require lengthy periods of standing, walking and sitting. Frequent repetitive motion of hands and wrists, simple grasping with fingers and hands. Occasional climbing stairs, walking across campus, stooping and reaching. Constant communication using both spoken and written means. May be required to lift/carry up to 25 lbs.Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:Work performed on an on-call basis as needed. May be required to travel to the Sacramento campus.Hiring RangeCommensurate with experience, non-exemptBackground Check StatementApplicants who are selected as final possible candidates must pass a criminal background check.AA/EEO Policy StatementUniversity of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Do you have a minimum of three (3) years of full-time experience as a professional videographer/photographer? YesNo * How did you first learn about this employment opportunity? 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