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Photographer and Videographer

Employer
University of Colorado Boulder
Location
Colorado, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Jun 30, 2022


Job Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business encourages applications for a Photographer and Videographer! Leeds' Photographer and Videographer aims to implement a streamlined and strategic approach to our photography and video projects and efforts, including the pre-production, production, and post-production processes. We seek an eager, independent, collaborative and driven professional to take projects from conception through delivery and produce work that is aligned with the Leeds brand.

Reporting to the executive director, this position is a part of the Leeds Marketing and Communications team, which works to increase the school’s visibility and reputation in support of recruitment, student success, alumni engagement, and other college goals. The team has many internal and external partners - including but not limited to our students, faculty and staff, alumni and donors, undergraduate and graduate programs, and our four centers of excellence. As a result, this position may capture subjects not only on campus, but also in various environments off campus and in the field – and is provided the flexibility to meet subjects when and where they do business.

The Photographer/Videographer ensures that all content is professional, compelling, accurate, audience appropriate and conforms to AP and university branding and style guidelines. This position requires excellent attention to detail, critical thinking, creativity and communications skills.

The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

Located at one of the top-ranked research universities in the country, the Leeds School of Business at the University of Colorado at Boulder combines innovative instructing and groundbreaking research in a diverse academic environment. Additional information is available at leeds.colorado.edu.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Videography
  • Concept, project manage, creative direct, shoot and edit a wide variety of videos, including but not limited to:
    • Student profiles
    • Faculty and research stories
    • Event coverage
    • Social content (especially YouTube)
  • Work with partners within Leeds to support video needs. Might include consulting, project management, shooting, editing and broad support of wide variety video projects.
  • Use system to organize and store video assets.
  • Identifies appropriate uses for videos and photos in the overarching communication plan.
  • Understands the relationship between design, content, and user experience and therefore adapts content as needed for each medium and audience.
  • Recruit and manage outside partners when needed.
  • Recruit and manage student worker(s).
  • Manage technical equipment and gear.
Photography
  • Concept, project manage and shoot annual “lifestyle” photo shoots – including imagery of students, faculty, the Dean, and classroom, presentation, campus and collaboration imagery.
  • Shoot and/or manage others to shoot 15-30 Leeds events annually.
  • Use a photography database and system that makes it easy for partners across Leeds to access and use our best photography.
  • Articulate photography standards and guidelines that build from our existing brand foundation to provide photography direction to partners.
Partner Support and Miscellaneous
  • Collaborate with online/distance learning team to increase production value, improve effectiveness and ensure consistent branding. Support requests for stock assets to be used in presentations and other academic productions.
  • Provide direction by establishing, maintaining and communicating standards, guidelines, resources and tools for Leeds partners to access and use so that they may contribute to Leeds communications as needed.
  • Stay current with photo/video trends and standard methodologies; maintain regular touch points with colleagues to assist them with understanding those trends and support them by demonstrating how the trends can enhance their efforts.
  • Collaborate with CU Boulder campus video team and other video and photography professionals across campus as needed – to build relationships and leverage efficiencies/knowledge, including b-roll, stock footage/images, and other assets.
What You Should Know

All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to align with the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement . New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.

We anticipate this position will support a hybrid format (remote and in-person work).

What We Can Offer
  • The salary range is $60,000-65,000 annually. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder .

Be Statements
Be creative. Be imaginative. Be Boulder.

What We Require
  • A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or an equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
  • One year of experience as a photographer, videographer and editor.
What You Will Need
  • Experience creating video and photos for diverse outlets (web, print, social media) and audiences.
  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, organize and collaborate.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Experience operating and implementing projects autonomously: use of independent thought and judgment.
  • Promotes creating an inclusive environment to reflect our values and vision at Leeds.
  • Ability to work with diverse audiences and partner groups and proactively seek this out in your work.
  • Ability to travel to local locations and work outside of regular business hours and nights/weekends as needed.
What We Would Like You To Have
  • A bachelor’s degree in communications, digital media, film, marketing, advertising, journalism, or closely related field.
  • Five+ years of experience as a photographer, videographer and/or editor, especially in higher education and/or business schools.
  • Knowledge and Experience in Adobe Creative Cloud, Lightroom, Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Audition and/or After Effects.
  • Experience with DSLR video equipment, preferably Canon.
  • Experience with common motion graphics, editing techniques and storytelling that helps meet business objectives.
  • Experience in developing instructional content for courses and online/distance learning.
  • Experience leading and developing video/photo students and vendors (other photographers/videographers).
  • Ability to create a welcoming environment that makes subjects comfortable telling their stories on camera.
Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials:
  1. A current resume.
  2. A cover letter that specifically addresses how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
  3. Portfolio Link
  4. Optional: PDF Sample of Work


You will not be asked to upload references at this time.

Please apply by July 21, 2022 for consideration.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs .

Posting Contact Information

Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources

Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu


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