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Photographer and Video Producer - IE

James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA, United States


Working Title

Photographer and Video Producer - IE

State Role Title

Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type

Institutional Employment

Position Status

Part-Time

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

Pay Rate

Hourly – $15

Department

Marketing and Strategic Communications – 100806 VP Marketing and Strategic Communications

Pay Band Job Summary Marketing and Strategic Communications is searching for two or more student photographers and video production assistants for the 2026‑2027 academic year. This paid internship provides a 10‑hour per week commitment during the Fall and Spring semesters and offers experience in a professional marketing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

Accurately complete, sign, and submit timesheets to supervisor each pay period; failure to do so can lead to termination.

Coordinate, produce, and/or direct the development of multimedia (photography and video) content for digital, broadcast, social media, and other delivery channels in support of university goals.

Coordinate, record, and edit video projects as assigned by the supervisor.

Provide general support and on‑site photo/audio/video support for priority initiatives.

Coordinate and capture photographs as assigned by the supervisor.

Respond to photo/video assignments and project requests promptly and professionally.

Assist the Photography and Video Production Manager, Photographers, and Video Producers on other projects as necessary.

Complete post‑production and editing of multimedia content in a timely, efficient manner.

Assign relevant keywords and tags to image metadata, and write titles and descriptions.

Qualifications

Experience with mirrorless or DSLR cameras.

A photography or video portfolio. Acceptable portfolio formats include a website, blog, PDF, public social media page dedicated to photography, or other similar formats.

Conditions of Employment Students must be degree‑seeking, enrolled at least half‑time (6 credits undergraduate, 5 credits graduate). After accepting employment, new hires must complete an I‑9 form and present documentation of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses E‑Verify to confirm work authorization.

EEO Statement James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. The institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation If you are a student with a disability and need assistance, please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability‑svcs@jmu.edu.

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