Videographer/Visual Content Producer

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Position Title

Videographer/Visual Content Producer

Job Category

Academic Staff

Employment Type

Regular

Job Profile

Videographer

Job Duties

The Visual Content Producer h elps tell the UWM story by creating videos, images, photo slideshows , and other visuals that appeal to prospective and current students, parents, influencers , and additional audiences. This individual works with colleagues in the Division of Marketing & Communications ( MarComm ) to develop and systematically archive channel-appropriate content that maximizes the benefit of the university's in-person events and digital platforms.

The Visual Content Producer must have the a bility to drive or secure transportation to and from video and photo shoots as required – primarily in Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin .

Key Job Responsibilities

Videography

• In collaboration with MarComm colleagues, develop video concepts for communications, marketing and advertising campaigns, and social media channels

• Shoot assignments and gather model releases according to MarComm policy

Edit, publish, and deliver videos following established processes to ensure SEO and accessibility

Photography

• In collaboration with MarComm colleagues, develop photo concepts for print and digital publications, print and digital marketing/advertising campaigns, and social media channels

• Shoot assignments, using lighting expertise, and gathering caption information and model releases according to MarComm policy

Edit and deliver photos

Pre-production & Project Management

• Write scripts, develop storyboards, and create timelines and production plans for video projects

• Assist in the identification and recruitment of a diverse array of students and other subjects for video and photo shoots

• Schedule video and photo shoots, handling preparations such as purchasing props or hiring a makeup artist

Maintain accurate, complete, and timely record of activities and projects

Digital Assets Management

• Select the best (i.e. cull) shots, enter keywords, and upload footage and project files to video and photo archives, following established procedures

• Using standard list of keywords, enter and ensure all files have thorough and accurate metadata

• Follow established procedures to denote images that have model releases

Work with MarComm team members and campus partners to address their needs in locating photo and video files

Content Creation

Select and upload images and write captions for photo slideshows, banners, and other materials for the uwm.edu domain and/or UWM social media accounts

Other projects and special assignments of duties as assigned.

Department

Marketing and Communications

Compensation

$58,000-$62,000 (Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience)

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in shooting and editing video

• Demonstrated proficiency in using Adobe Premiere (or an equivalent software program) for video editing

• Demonstrated excellence in producing photos on location and in the studio

• Demonstrated proficiency in using Photoshop (or an equivalent software program)

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in F ilm , P hotography, J ournalism, C ommunications, Ar t , or another related field

• Two years of professional videography and/or photography experience

• Demonstrated ability in project management, scheduling , and organizational skills

• Experience working with cinema cameras and color grading footage

• Experience using camera movement equipment such as sliders, gimbals, etc.

• Demonstrated experience with lighting

• Demonstrated ability to develop effective videos for marketing, advertising, and social media use

• Experience in digital asset management including culling, entering keywords , and project/file organization

• Experience with photo software applications such as Bridge and Lightroom

• Experience gathering information to write photo captions that meet journalistic standards for quality and style , as recommended by the AP Stylebook

• Experience handling multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• Experience working in collaborative team environments

How to Apply

Complete application materials must include a cover letter and detailed resume addressing educational and professional level work experience as it relates to all minimum and preferred qualification s. Candidates must also submit the following:

• Links to three video work samples with a brief explanation of their role in each video production

• Links to a photography portfolio or sample work

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Contact Information

Deshanna Taylor

HR Coordinator

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Reasonable Accommodations

Pursuant to university policy , UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact [email protected] or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act)

For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/ , or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy.

Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.