Indiana University
VP COMMUNICATIONS & MARKETING (UA-VPCM-IUBLA)
Indiana University's Office of the Vice President for Communications and Marketing (VPCM) is charged with elevating Indiana University's visibility; state, national, and international reach; reputation; and enrollment growth. Founded in 1820, Indiana University is one of the nation's leading public research universities, with 930 plus academic programs, 9 university campuses, and 9 School of Medicine campuses. Since its founding, Indiana University has helped students create brighter futures while also driving innovation, from breakthroughs in DNA technology, to cancer research, to trailblazing cultural programs and resources. Indiana University is home to top‑ranked business, public and environmental affairs, education, law, arts and sciences, and music schools, as well as the world's first school of philanthropy, the nation's first school of informatics, and the country's largest medical school. Our hundreds of academic programs are among the world's best, and the university is always looking toward the horizon, thinking about what's next.
The university's campuses are united by IU 2030: The Indiana University Strategic Plan, an aspirational vision for a bold and ambitious future focused on student success and opportunity, transformative research and creativity, and service to the state of Indiana and beyond.
Position Overview The Office of the Vice President of Communications and Marketing is seeking a videographer to capture and edit video that supports university‑wide marketing and branding efforts, organic social media, signature university events, storytelling, paid social media, and other paid digital advertising efforts.
General Responsibilities
Identifies basic, complex, special, and/or urgent videography projects for use in a variety of marketing and communications needs; sets timelines, determines desired video composition, performs necessary interviews and/or research, and selects and adjusts subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired artistic effects.
Captures and edits video footage using various equipment and software, including Adobe Creative Suite, adjusting to formatting specifications of marketing and communications project needs, audiences, and platforms; may delegate basic editing tasks to Videography Assistant(s).
Regularly consults with marketing and communications staff and other key stakeholders to determine project needs and ensure video elements align with strategy and objectives.
Maintains inventory of filming equipment, including editing lab equipment, lenses, lights, and cameras; performs basic and more complex equipment repairs.
Seeks input from peers and stakeholders on a variety of videography projects to evaluate effectiveness of different aesthetics, lighting, images, etc.
May provide organizational training on videography methodology and strategy.
May provide guidance to Videography Assistants or lower‑level Videographers.
Education
Bachelor's degree in video production, art, or related field
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
Work Experience
2 years of experience in relevant field
Preferred Work Experience
Experience in the creation of consistently branded videos that encourage sharing, engagement, and promotion of highly valuable programs and initiatives
Experienced in large and small‑scale video production, ranging from long‑lead times to quick‑turn production
Required Skills
Proficient in written and verbal communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Preferred Skills
Ability to be responsive and an excellent collaborator, with a solid track record of video storytelling
This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary.
Bloomington, Indiana or Indianapolis, Indiana
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long‑term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU‑sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Career Level: Career
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Marketing & Communications
Job Family: Visual Communications
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non‑Discrimination here which includes contact information.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Request Support Telephone: 812‑856‑1234
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The university's campuses are united by IU 2030: The Indiana University Strategic Plan, an aspirational vision for a bold and ambitious future focused on student success and opportunity, transformative research and creativity, and service to the state of Indiana and beyond.
Position Overview The Office of the Vice President of Communications and Marketing is seeking a videographer to capture and edit video that supports university‑wide marketing and branding efforts, organic social media, signature university events, storytelling, paid social media, and other paid digital advertising efforts.
General Responsibilities
Identifies basic, complex, special, and/or urgent videography projects for use in a variety of marketing and communications needs; sets timelines, determines desired video composition, performs necessary interviews and/or research, and selects and adjusts subjects, equipment, and lighting to achieve desired artistic effects.
Captures and edits video footage using various equipment and software, including Adobe Creative Suite, adjusting to formatting specifications of marketing and communications project needs, audiences, and platforms; may delegate basic editing tasks to Videography Assistant(s).
Regularly consults with marketing and communications staff and other key stakeholders to determine project needs and ensure video elements align with strategy and objectives.
Maintains inventory of filming equipment, including editing lab equipment, lenses, lights, and cameras; performs basic and more complex equipment repairs.
Seeks input from peers and stakeholders on a variety of videography projects to evaluate effectiveness of different aesthetics, lighting, images, etc.
May provide organizational training on videography methodology and strategy.
May provide guidance to Videography Assistants or lower‑level Videographers.
Education
Bachelor's degree in video production, art, or related field
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
Work Experience
2 years of experience in relevant field
Preferred Work Experience
Experience in the creation of consistently branded videos that encourage sharing, engagement, and promotion of highly valuable programs and initiatives
Experienced in large and small‑scale video production, ranging from long‑lead times to quick‑turn production
Required Skills
Proficient in written and verbal communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
Possesses flexibility to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Highly thorough and dependable
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Preferred Skills
Ability to be responsive and an excellent collaborator, with a solid track record of video storytelling
This role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. This role frequently requires the ability to handle equipment. This role frequently requires the ability to remain stationary and ascend/descend ladders/stairs. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The role requires the ability to detect items in close proximity as well as far away; discern between colors; detect objects in peripheral space of self; discern items in detail; and to have good depth perception. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Occasional evening and weekend work will be necessary.
Bloomington, Indiana or Indianapolis, Indiana
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long‑term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU‑sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Career Level: Career
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Marketing & Communications
Job Family: Visual Communications
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non‑Discrimination here which includes contact information.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
Request Support Telephone: 812‑856‑1234
#J-18808-Ljbffr