Athletics Video/Photography Coordinator

Position Summary Information

Job Summary / Basic Function About This Role :

The video coordinator works collaboratively with supervisors, peers, and campus partners to produce compelling videos, photos and digital content meeting specific project objectives and aligning cohesively with Lamar University’s and Lamar University athletics mission.

Reporting to the Associate Director of Athletics Marketing this position ensures all videos, photos and digital content meet quality and content standards and are rendered appropriately for viewing on various university sites, channels, and formats.

Production schedules may include some night and weekend shoots. What You’ll Do Position Responsibilities

• Takes high quality digital photographs and video footage, as requested, to meet the university’s and athletics needs
• Collaborates with athletics departments and other campus staff on stories, event coverage and other internally generated initiatives that require videos, photos and digital media and fulfills those requirements with high-quality work on time
• Creates original storytelling ideas meeting the athletics department’s mission and seeing them through approval, planning, production and completion
• Manages a library of video clips and photographs for athletics content
• Assists with special projects in the Department of Marketing Communications and Athletics as needed
• Creates videos for Lamar University athletics social media and websites.

Key Competencies :

• Must have a valid driver’s license, have proof of insurance, and comply with all university safe driving and parking procedures
• Must be willing to work some nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work with other video departments on campus when necessary
• Ability to fly a drone
• Higher education experience preferred
• Proficiency in motion graphics and animation a plus

Physical Requirements :

• Moderate physical activity.
• Can require handling objects of average weight up to 20 lbs. or standing and / walking for more than 4 hours per day.
• Willingness to work flexible schedule, which may include evening and weekend hours as required and emergency management and / or crisis management.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Must be able to have repetitive wrist / hand / finger movement to work on computer and / or related office equipment.
• Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Moving about accomplishing tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Communication with others to exchange information.

Who We Are :

Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement.

As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond.

Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas.

With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.

Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.

Benefits :

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and / or eligible dependent.
• Paid time off vacation, sick, and holidays.

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit : Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as : communication, broadcasting, or film
• Minimum of two years’ experience working on deadline-oriented video productions, preferably in a journalism or marketing environment
• Knowledge of photo and video equipment as well as digital imaging technology, techniques, methods, and formats
• Video skills must include video production and post-production skills, including hands-on filming, lighting, audio, and color adjusting, editing, and exporting.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, or equivalent editing software
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and successfully, working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment
30+ days ago