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Multimedia Communication Student Worker - Institutional Student Worker

Job Title: Multimedia Communication Student Worker - Institutional Student Worker

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 292620

About the University

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia (UNG) is a multi‑campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students. UNG focuses on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development, and community engagement, preparing students into leaders for a diverse global society. As a federally designated senior military college, UNG offers a range of educational pathways, from certificates and associate degrees to professional doctoral programs.

Job Summary

UNG on the Dahlonega campus is accepting applications for a Multimedia Communication Student Worker. This role supports the campus by filming and photographing student‑focused events, providing hands‑on experience with live event coverage, post‑production workflows, and collaborative media projects. Designed for students pursuing degrees in film, digital media, communication, or journalism, the position allows interns to apply classroom concepts in a real‑world setting while developing skills in visual storytelling, camera operation, and media documentation.

Responsibilities

• Capture high‑quality photos and video footage of student events and activities.
• Film and photograph in live, unscripted environments using DSLR cameras.
• Provide media support at large‑scale and high‑profile campus events.
• Perform light editing of footage for archival or promotional use.
• Organize and deliver media content following department workflows.
• Work alongside the School & Campus Media team for large events.

Required Qualifications

• Must be enrolled at UNG with a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.
• At least one (1) year of experience working in an audio/visual service environment, or an equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
• Working knowledge of DSLR cameras and basic media equipment.
• Understanding of composition, framing, lighting, and movement in photo/video.
• Professionalism, punctuality, and strong verbal communication.
• Collaborative mindset with flexibility to support different roles on the media team.
• Ability to work independently, problem‑solve in live event situations, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to accept feedback and learn new technical and creative skills.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P‑Card).
• This position may travel 1% – 24% of the time.
• This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex, or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics, or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. UNG, as a federal contractor, also seeks to provide priority referrals for protected veterans.