Job Description

Job Description

Visual Productions Specialist

Posting Number: SP004820P
Division/College: University Communications & Marketing
Department: University Communications & Marketing
Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

Telling our story is a presidential priority. Videos and photos are essential to effectively telling the U of I story. This position provides media production services and photographic services for various clientele, responsible for conceptualizing, developing, producing, shooting and editing a variety of video and photo projects to create clear and effective electronic media communications and still photography to a variety of audiences.

Position Overview:

This position provides media production services and photographic services for clientele, responsible for conceptualizing, developing, producing, shooting and editing a variety of video and photo projects to create clear and effective electronic media communications and still photography to a variety of audiences. The incumbent serves as production staff for projects, assisting in all aspects of production and post-production work. This position provides a variety of photographic functions such as photographic shooting work that includes portraits, photojournalism, and on-location set-ups using digital photographic equipment. The incumbent will transport, set up, and operate equipment, assist with location scouting, staging, lighting, as well as set preparation and design.

 

Duties may include:

• Conceptualize, script, pre-produce, schedule and plan photo and video projects
• Develop creative program treatment, storyline, motion graphics, video and audio content
• Edit program material by operating software editing systems for video and audio footage, graphics, animation, image processing and sound design
• Conduct interviews on and off camera
• Conduct video and/or photo shoots in a variety of situations, according to instructions of client or art director, in studio and on location
• Digitally log, transcribe and archive footage for entry into the database by following specific detailed guidelines and instructions
• Maintain databases including ongoing and completed projects, media libraries, equipment inventory, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience:

• Two years of videography and/or photography experience
• Storytelling through photography and digital media avenues
• Using video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro) and video production equipment
• Using advanced functionality of image editing software, webpage software, HTML and Digital Asset Management software

Required Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Other:

• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
• Must be able to work nonstandard hours including occasional weekends
• Must be able to travel
• Possess a Part 107 commercial drone license or be able to acquire within 60 days of hire

Additional Preferred:

Experience with the following:

• Using software in media development, post-production, graphic design, web design, webcast including but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite
• Maintaining effective working relationships with colleagues, clients and other creative professionals including photographers, graphic designers and art directors
• Self-organizing work and effectively managing multiple projects with competing strict deadlines
• Visualizing and capturing the decisive moments when various elements come together to create artistic images
• Using lighting equipment both in the studio and on location and computer up-load on location
• Communicating effectively with individuals from all levels of the organization
• Utilizing GoPro and/or drones to capture video and photography
• Associate degree in photography, videography, or related field
• Utilizing both Macintosh and Windows operating systems within a network environment

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Setting up and transporting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Standing for extended periods during photoshoots, which can be approximately four to six hours in duration

Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: $21.50 per hour or more depending on qualifications
Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment
FTE:

1

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding: This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No
Posting Date: 04/03/2025
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:

The initial screening will be based on the content and completeness of your application and the materials submitted. Your “Letter of Qualification” should describe how your experience, training and education make you a viable and competitive candidate for this position. To be considered you must address each of the required qualifications. Additionally, please provide information in support of your application regarding the preferred qualifications as relevant. Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by April 17, 2025.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/47899

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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