University Student Assistant - Digital Media Services Photography (Summer 2026 - Fall 2026)

Department of Human Resources•Jacksonville, AL

9h•$10

About The Position

Under the Direction of the Director of Video and Photo Services and the University Photographer the University Student Assistant Photographer is responsible for performing artistic, creative, and skilled photographic work to capture and reproduce photographic images reflecting the full range of activities that best visually illustrate Jacksonville State University, its faculty, staff, and students. This position works with the Director of Digital Media to develop digital content strategy which helps expand the University’s effort to increase branding and enrollment.

Requirements

Valid Driver’s License
Must be able to operate cameras, lenses and strobes, production gear, standard office equipment (copier, fax machine, scanner, personal computer)
Knowledge of: Photographic principles, practices and techniques
DSLR cameras, lenses, strobes
Ambient and studio lighting and setup for photographing both indoor and outdoor events
Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, or similar image editing and cataloging software
Basic graphic design or light production work (i.e. generate low volume prints, basic retouching or manipulation in Photoshop, batch process digital files, etc.)
Programs and platforms to build photo galleries, slide shows and other multi-media storytelling elements
Knowledge of video editing software and processes
Skills: Effective time management skills
Strong analytical skills
Organized, attentive to detail, and customer-focused
Excellent interpersonal skills
Monitoring and assessment skills to help ensure necessary enhancements and/or corrective action is taken
Active listening skills to help ensure the needs of all parties are considered and represented
Quick thinking and solutions oriented
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; proofreading skills are essential
Strong design skills
Ability to: Take initiative and work independently
Manage a photo database containing hundreds of thousands of images, including such skills as cataloging and key-wording, using lightroom and Photoshelter libris
Perform in a rapidly changing environment and be flexible and adaptable
Take creative concepts and turn them into creative images to help facilitate the production of creative projects throughout campus
Film and/or edit HD video
Troubleshoot various photography related technical issues
Move quickly, stand for long periods, carry equipment long distances
Interact with the general public, donors, dignitaries and other individuals that have an impact on university affairs, capturing important visual moments, while maintaining a high level of professionalism
Applicants must be enrolled as a JSU student taking at least three (3) hours per fall or spring semester.
If not a first time student, applicant must have a GPA of 2.00 or higher
Selected applicants must provide evidence of student enrollment and GPA (unofficial transcript or printout of enrollment/GPA from MyJSU.