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Media Production Specialist
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As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora – Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location: 625 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642, United States of America.
Employment Type: Full time, Regular, 35 hours per week. Compensation Range: $26.90–$37.66 per hour.
Responsibilities The Media Production Specialist is responsible for delivering high-quality photography, videography, graphic design, and audiovisual (AV) support across the dental school’s events, publications, social media, and educational environments. Responsibilities also include assisting in the orientation and basic training of dental residents in clinical photography techniques. The position may require non-standard hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Essential Functions
Provide day-to-day AV support for online and in-person classes, conference rooms, foundation board meetings, and off‑site conferences.
Set up, operate AV equipment (projectors, computers, microphones, cameras, video‑conferencing systems) and maintain equipment in two conference rooms and the auditorium.
Plan and integrate new technologies to keep the rooms up to date.
Provide technical support to speakers and troubleshoot and resolve technical problems during classes, hybrid meetings, and events.
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment. Outsource if necessary.
Develop instructional materials for proper use and maintenance of AV equipment.
Capture professional photography and videography in clinical, education, and research settings for internal and external publications, website, events, social media, and marketing campaigns.
Provide portrait photography for faculty, staff, and residents.
Photograph/document special events, conferences, ceremonies, and off‑site activities.
Edit, organize, and maintain an accessible digital asset library.
Collaborate with the communications team to plan and execute visual storytelling projects.
Create short‑form video content (e.g., Reels, Stories, and other formats) for social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube, ensuring alignment with URMC/EIOH brand messaging and audience engagement strategies.
Design digital and print materials, including flyers, brochures, posters, presentations, and social media graphics.
Ensure all designs align with URMC/EIOH brand guidelines and support departmental communication goals.
Assist with the layout and design of publications, event materials, and educational content.
Assist in orienting new dental residents in clinical dental photography best practices.
Provide hands‑on teaching assistance for camera operation, lighting, and photographic documentation standards in dentistry.
Maintain and organize photography equipment used for resident education.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Experience
Associate’s degree in Photography, Visual Communications, Media Production, Graphic Design, or a related field. Required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required.
3+ years of experience in professional photography, videography, graphic design, and AV support roles. Required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Lightroom) and familiarity with content management systems. Preferred.
Strong understanding of professional camera operation, lighting techniques, and post‑production editing. Preferred.
Experience configuring and troubleshooting AV equipment and supporting AV needs in conference rooms and event settings, including hybrid/virtual meeting platforms. Preferred.
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Preferred.
The ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and interface professionally with students, faculty, and staff. Preferred.
Strong interpersonal and teaching skills; prior experience in an academic, healthcare, or educational environment preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Extron Control Professional or Specialist upon hire preferred.
Dante Level 1, 2, or 3 upon hire preferred.
Info COMM CTS Biamp Certifications upon hire preferred.
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. The University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non‑discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Media Production Specialist
role at
University of Rochester .
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora – Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location: 625 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642, United States of America.
Employment Type: Full time, Regular, 35 hours per week. Compensation Range: $26.90–$37.66 per hour.
Responsibilities The Media Production Specialist is responsible for delivering high-quality photography, videography, graphic design, and audiovisual (AV) support across the dental school’s events, publications, social media, and educational environments. Responsibilities also include assisting in the orientation and basic training of dental residents in clinical photography techniques. The position may require non-standard hours, including early mornings, evenings, and weekends.
Essential Functions
Provide day-to-day AV support for online and in-person classes, conference rooms, foundation board meetings, and off‑site conferences.
Set up, operate AV equipment (projectors, computers, microphones, cameras, video‑conferencing systems) and maintain equipment in two conference rooms and the auditorium.
Plan and integrate new technologies to keep the rooms up to date.
Provide technical support to speakers and troubleshoot and resolve technical problems during classes, hybrid meetings, and events.
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on equipment. Outsource if necessary.
Develop instructional materials for proper use and maintenance of AV equipment.
Capture professional photography and videography in clinical, education, and research settings for internal and external publications, website, events, social media, and marketing campaigns.
Provide portrait photography for faculty, staff, and residents.
Photograph/document special events, conferences, ceremonies, and off‑site activities.
Edit, organize, and maintain an accessible digital asset library.
Collaborate with the communications team to plan and execute visual storytelling projects.
Create short‑form video content (e.g., Reels, Stories, and other formats) for social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube, ensuring alignment with URMC/EIOH brand messaging and audience engagement strategies.
Design digital and print materials, including flyers, brochures, posters, presentations, and social media graphics.
Ensure all designs align with URMC/EIOH brand guidelines and support departmental communication goals.
Assist with the layout and design of publications, event materials, and educational content.
Assist in orienting new dental residents in clinical dental photography best practices.
Provide hands‑on teaching assistance for camera operation, lighting, and photographic documentation standards in dentistry.
Maintain and organize photography equipment used for resident education.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education & Experience
Associate’s degree in Photography, Visual Communications, Media Production, Graphic Design, or a related field. Required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required.
3+ years of experience in professional photography, videography, graphic design, and AV support roles. Required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required.
Or equivalent combination of education and experience. Required.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Lightroom) and familiarity with content management systems. Preferred.
Strong understanding of professional camera operation, lighting techniques, and post‑production editing. Preferred.
Experience configuring and troubleshooting AV equipment and supporting AV needs in conference rooms and event settings, including hybrid/virtual meeting platforms. Preferred.
Excellent organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Preferred.
The ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team and interface professionally with students, faculty, and staff. Preferred.
Strong interpersonal and teaching skills; prior experience in an academic, healthcare, or educational environment preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Extron Control Professional or Specialist upon hire preferred.
Dante Level 1, 2, or 3 upon hire preferred.
Info COMM CTS Biamp Certifications upon hire preferred.
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. The University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non‑discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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