Photographer/Videographer

Valparaiso University

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About The Position

The university Photographer/Videographer works with the full Marketing and Communications (MarCom) team and embedded photo/video production teams to create, edit, and produce photography, video, and multimedia content that supports the University’s brand and storytelling. The role coordinates, produces, designs, and executes varied projects, including commercials, testimonials, documentaries, and announcements, to meet the University’s communications and marketing needs. The employee delivers high-quality work to varying deadlines while maintaining the institution’s authentic voice and brand.

The position directs and carries out photography and videography shoots on location and in studios, and handles assigned projects through post-production, editing, and delivery. It also coordinates multiple productions from concept and storyboarding through distribution and cataloging, and supervises and mentors student media workers.

Employment offers are contingent on satisfactory results of a thorough background check. Candidates must upload a cover letter, resume, and list of three professional references, and answer 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.
• Two to five years of professional experience capturing, editing, producing, and packaging photography and videography assets.
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Audition.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating advanced skills in 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 meet deadlines consistently.
• Ability to develop video content for different mediums, including broadcast, web, YouTube, and social media.
• Understanding and experience in the video creative process, including storyboarding, scripting, concept development, casting, directing, and cinematography.
• Familiarity with marketing and communications trends and best practices, and ability to apply new knowledge and creative thinking.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision while maintaining communication with colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior higher education experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct and execute photo and video shoots on location and in studios.
• Operate cameras and oversee lighting, framing, and audio capture to meet brand standards and project requirements.
• Edit assigned photo and video projects, 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.
• Guide projects from initial concept and storyboarding through final deliverable distribution and cataloging.
• Supervise and guide student media workers, share professional production and editing knowledge, and review student work to support their development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level