Broadcast and Emerging Media Specialist - 178

Position Details

Position Information

Division
University, Communications and Marketing

Department
Creative Services

Working Title
Digial Media Specialist

Vacancy Type
Probationary Permanent Full Time

Min T/E Requirements

High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience related to the area of assignment in a broadcast television, radio and emerging media environment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

FTE
1

Position Overall Competency Level
J

Recruitment Range
$35,880 - $47,588

Anticipated Hiring Range
$47,588

Position #
178

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Months per year
12

Work Schedule =e.g. 8-500

Work Schedule Type

Is this a grant funded position?
No

If yes, please indicate the end date of the grant.(if applicable)

N/A

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit

Promote, market, and advertise UNCP to all constituents.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Digital Media Specialist creates compelling videos and photos that showcase campus life, academic excellence, and student success. This role captures the vibrant spirit of the institution through high-quality photography and video. The content will be used for recruitment, alumni engagement, and university-wide marketing across all digital platforms.

This role shoots, edits, and outputs both short and long format video/multimedia productions, as well as capturing high-quality institutional photography for distribution to internal and external audiences. Working closely with the University Communications and Marketing (UCM) team, this individual will independently manage photography and video projects from concept to completion, maintain a comprehensive digital archive, and help lead the visual strategy for the university.

Job Description

The Digital Media Specialist creates compelling videos and photos that showcase campus life, academic excellence, and student success. This role captures the vibrant spirit of the institution through high-quality photography and video. The content will be used for recruitment, alumni engagement, and university-wide marketing across all digital platforms.

This role shoots, edits, and outputs both short and long format video/multimedia productions, as well as capturing high-quality institutional photography for distribution to internal and external audiences. Working closely with the University Communications and Marketing (UCM) team, this individual will independently manage photography and video projects from concept to completion, maintain a comprehensive digital archive, and help lead the visual strategy for the university.

Key Responsibilities

Video Production & Editing:

Shoot, edit, and output short and long format video/multimedia productions. Edit video to the required length, caption as needed, and insert supporting B-roll footage and sound to complete each project.
Lead University Photography:

Act as the photographer for the university, capturing high-quality images of campus life, marketing campaigns, headshots, and institutional needs.

Campus Collaboration:

Schedule taping and photo sessions with campus constituents including faculty, staff, students, trustees, and alumni. Record interviews to be used as promotional pieces for the university.
Archiving & Asset Management:

Film, shoot, and maintain an archive of raw video footage and still photography of campus interiors and exteriors from all seasons, as well as special events like convocation and commencement, for use primarily on the web or social media.
Strategic Teamwork:

Collaborate with the UCM staff-particularly the webmaster, director of creative services, and director of admissions marketing-to determine division priorities and needs. Work closely with staff on strategic planning initiatives.
Equipment Management:

Responsible for researching and recommending equipment purchases and upgrades to ensure the university can effectively create and distribute modern video, photo, and multimedia content.
Management Preference

Camera Operation:

Proven experience operating a variety of DSLRstill cameras and HD video cameras for high-end photography and videography.
Post-Production:

Working knowledge of non-linear editing software, photo editing tools (such as Photoshop and Lightroom), and captioning workflows.
Lighting & Audio:

Thorough understanding of studio and field lighting tools/equipment, and experience with a variety of audio capture equipment for ENG, documentary, and narrative style productions.
Project Management:

Capability to plan and execute complex photo and video projects within assigned deadlines with little or no supervision.
Talent Direction:

Demonstrated ability to direct on-camera talent and interviewees, including inexperienced campus constituents and VIPs.

Lic or Certification required by statute or regulation

None

Posting Information

Job Opening Date
07/23/2026

Job Closing Date
08/07/2026

Posting Category
Technical/Research

Posting Number
SPA00748

Quick Link to Posting
https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/13546

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.