Videographer / Photographer

University of Idaho

Videographer / Photographer

Location: Moscow

Division/College: University Communications & Marketing

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: $21.50 per hour or more depending on qualifications

FTE: 1

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Position Summary:
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

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Two years of experience working as a photographer and/or videographer in a marketing and communications, journalism or a freelance setting
• Experience shooting photos and video with DSLR-type cameras
• Video, photo and audio program production - from concept development through acquisition, shooting, editing and program distribution via the web and other means
• Storytelling through photography and digital media avenues
• Using image editing software, webpage software, HTML and Digital Asset Management software

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience 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:

• Ability to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds over various terrain and conditions
• Ability to set up and transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand for extended periods during photo shoots, which can be approximately 4 - 6 hours in duration

Ability to lift, carry, and/or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds over various terrain and conditions Ability to set up and transport equipment weighing up to 50 pounds Ability to stand for extended periods during photo shoots, which can be approximately 4 - 6 hours in duration


Required Licensures, Certifications or other


Posting Number: SP004563P

Posting Date: 08/20/2024

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions:
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 September 3, 2024.

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

To apply, please visit: jobs.uidaho.edu

EEO Statement
University of Idaho is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.



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