Video, Photo & Social Media Specialist Job at Whitworth University in University

Overview

Whitworth University is seeking a talented and creative individual to join our Marketing Communications (MarCom) team as a Video, Photo & Social Media Specialist. This role will be instrumental in capturing the essence of campus life through engaging videos and photographs while also supporting the university's social media presence. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for visual storytelling, strong technical skills in videography and photography, and a passion for higher education marketing.

Responsibilities

• Video and Photo Content (75%)
• Capture daily elements of campus life through videos and photos.
• Attend and cover select university events.
• Organize, schedule, and conduct dedicated video and photo shoots.
• Produce videos for use online and at university events.
• Work closely with the associate director of media relations and other MarCom team members to ensure videos are aligned with the university brand and strategic goals.
• Select, edit, and format photos, ensuring they meet university standards and are ready for use across a variety of mediums, including print, web, and social media.
• Manage and organize a digital media library, ensuring photo and video assets are appropriately labeled, categorized, and accessible to MarCom staff and campus partners.
• Coordinate the video and photo planning processes.
• Storyboard and conceptualize with the MarCom office and campus partners.
• Social Media Content (20%)
• Work collaboratively with other MarCom team members and campus partners to develop, plan, and post content to Whitworth’s primary social media channels.
• Monitor engagement on social platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube) to identify and promptly address questions and potential issues.
• Gather, analyze, and provide quarterly reports about key user engagement metrics on Whitworth’s social media channels.
• Assist campus partners with university-endorsed social media accounts.
• Work closely with students to spearhead student-driven initiatives, managing student-generated content and student-run campaigns.
• Other (5%)
• Arrange for release and liability forms, as needed.
• Ensure copyright law is followed with both audio and visual content. Work with third parties to acquire licenses as necessary.
• Participate in department events and special projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Core Competencies

Preferred

Schedule

Full time | 12 months | 40 hours per week. Whitworth office hours are 8 AM to 4 : 30 PM Monday – Friday. Flexible work options are available after training. Availability to work outside of regular operating hours as projects dictate. Infrequent weekend and evening work will be required.

About Whitworth

Whitworth University is a Christian liberal arts university. Our shared mission is to provide our diverse students with an education of mind and heart, equipping them to honor God, follow Christ, and serve humanity. We seek candidates who are willing to engage with the university’s mission and integrate their Christian faith into their work.

Application and Legal

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, faith statement, and contact information for at least three professional references. A background check and sexual misconduct check will be required of the successful candidate.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain valid work authorization throughout the duration of employment, including those on OPT. Whitworth University does not offer visa sponsorship for this position.

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