Photographer/Videographer

Valparaiso University • Valparaiso, IN

10d

About The Position

The university Photographer/Videographer works with the full MarCom and embedded photo/video production teams to create, edit, and produce photography, video, and multimedia content supporting the University’s brand, storytelling, communications, and marketing needs. Projects may include commercials, testimonials, documentaries, announcements, and other formats. The employee delivers high-quality work on varying deadlines while maintaining the institution’s authentic voice and brand.

The role includes directing and executing shoots on location and in studio; overseeing camera operation, lighting, framing, and audio capture; editing photo and video projects; and managing productions from concept and storyboarding through delivery and cataloging. The employee also supervises and mentors student media workers, shares professional production and editing knowledge, and reviews their work to support their development.

Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory results from a thorough background check. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and responses to all application questions. The cover letter should be addressed to Mr. Eric Matanyi, Associate Vice President of Marketing and Communications, Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, Indiana.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Film/Video Production, Digital Media, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 2–5 years of professional experience capturing, editing, producing, and packaging photography and videography assets.
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Audition.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating advanced skills in creative image and video capture, editing, pacing, color management, and audio mixing.
• Technical competence in professional camera operation, lighting design, and audio capture for field and studio productions.
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks, advance multiple projects simultaneously, and consistently meet deadlines.
• Ability to develop video content for broadcast, web, YouTube, social media, and other mediums.
• Understanding and experience with the video creative process, including storyboarding, scripting, concept development, casting, directing, and cinematography.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision while maintaining communication with colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and in team settings.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior higher education experience.
• Knowledge of emerging marketing and communications trends and best practices, and ability to apply new knowledge and creative thinking to current and future work.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute high-quality photography and video shoots on location and in studio.
• Oversee camera operation, lighting setups, framing, and audio capture to ensure raw images and footage meet brand standards and project expectations.
• Edit assigned photography and video projects using Adobe Creative Suite, including image editing, narrative assembly, precise cuts, color correction, audio mixing, and motion graphics or animations.
• Coordinate, schedule, and manage multiple productions at different stages, guiding projects from concept and storyboarding through final delivery and cataloging.
• Supervise and guide student media workers, share professional production and editing knowledge, and review student work to support their growth.
• Create and deliver photo, video, and multimedia content for the University’s brand, storytelling, communications, and marketing efforts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time