Visual Media Specialist, Marketing & Communications (8242)

Visual Media Specialist, Marketing & Communications (8242)
Location: Pocatello - Main, on campus. NOT eligible for remote work.

Job Description
The Idaho State University Office of Marketing and Communications seeks a motivated and creative individual to enhance visual storytelling by creating video and photo assets for use across all University platforms. Building on the existing voice, look and feel of University videography and photography, the Visual Media Specialist will strategically plan and create video and photo assets for marketing, recruitment, fundraising, internal and external communications, and other projects for the University.

This position is not eligible for new visa sponsorship at this time. Candidates who already hold valid U.S. work authorization may be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Expert level skills in videography, photography, photo/video editing, and project management.

Utilize videography and photography to capture unique student, faculty, and staff stories and activities, campus and landscape scenes, University events, presidential initiatives, research activities, some athletic events, etc.

Obtain certification and sufficient training to operate unmanned aerial vehicles to capture photo and video within six (6) months of hire date, with costs paid by ISU.

Manage pre- and post-production activities, including script development, storyboarding, shot lists, directing, shooting, editing, and packaging deliverables to ensure high-quality final products that represent the University.

Co-manage the photo and video studio, including portrait photography for employee headshots.

Ensure workflow procedures for timely and quality production of deliverables.

Coordinate with team members to support multimedia video and photo production across internal and external channels, including events, executive communication, press materials, digital properties, social channels, and interactive websites.

Conduct professional consultations with University clients to determine goals and offer solutions for their visual communication needs that align with strategic objectives, brand, and voice.

Co-manage a digital asset archive, including a public photo archive for media and ISU employees, and maintain shared internal asset storage solutions for all projects.

Serve as an active partner with team members in the Office of Marketing and Communications and with marketing professionals embedded throughout the University.

Serve as a member of the Strategic Marketing Team and other committees as appropriate.

Track trends and consider innovative approaches to produce the best work possible for clients and the University.

Frequent evening, weekend events, and occasional travel to outreach campuses or off-campus events may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in photography, video production, visual media, visual arts, communications, or related field OR six years of relevant professional experience specializing in video production and photography.

At least two years of professional experience in video production and photography, with demonstrated proficiency in video and photo editing software such as Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom, Media Encoder, Animation, and Motion Graphics.

Obtain certification and sufficient training to operate unmanned aerial vehicles to capture photo and video within six (6) months of hire date, with costs paid by ISU.

Preferred Qualifications

At least five years of professional experience in video production and photography.

At least five years of experience utilizing video and photo editing software such as Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom, Media Encoder, Animation, and Motion Graphics.

Experience coding scripts or using automation techniques within photo and video editing software to complete large tasks.

At least one year of experience and certification in operating unmanned aerial vehicles to capture photo and video.

Benefits
Salary will be between $50,000 and $55,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, and auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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