Social Media Student Photographer/Videographer

Chatham University•Pittsburgh, PA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Marketing and Communications department at Chatham is seeking a student to serve as a Student Videographer/Photographer for the 2026–2027 academic year. Under the direction of the Social Media Specialist and Marketing Director, this student will support the creation of visual content for Chatham’s social media channels by capturing photo and video across campus. This role works closely with the Digital Media Ambassador to film, photograph, and produce engaging content that reflects student life and the Chatham experience.

Requirements

Sophomore, junior, senior, or graduate student of any major
Interest in photography, videography, or content creation
Ability to take initiative and capture moments in real time
Comfortable working collaboratively and taking direction
Reliable, organized, and communicative

Nice To Haves

Experience using a camera, smartphone, or editing tools (Adobe, CapCut, etc.) preferred but not required
Strong attention to detail and visual composition

Responsibilities

Capture photo and video content at campus events, student activities, and key university moments
Film Instagram Reels, TikToks, and other short-form video content, often featuring the Digital Media Ambassador
Take candid and posed photos of students, campus spaces, and day-to-day campus life
Assist the Digital Media Ambassador in executing content ideas (filming, setting up shots, capturing multiple angles, etc.)
Edit photos and assist with basic video editing for social media content
Contribute to photo and video assets to the content library for the Marketing team
Collaborate with the Marketing team during content shoots and campaigns
Participate in and contribute to team-wide monthly content brainstorming meetings and other meetings as needed
Other duties as assigned