Virginia Commonwealth University is hiring: Photographer in Richmond
Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA, US, 23214
Photographer
Benefits of working at VCU
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU's benefits here.
Job Code
13221
Recruitment Pool
All Applicants
Posting Number
req8137
Unit
VP Enterprise Mktg and Comm MBU
Department
Enterprise Marketing and Communications
Department Website Link
Location
VCU
Address
912 West Grace Street, Richmond, VA 23284 USA
Duties & Responsibilities
Enterprise Marketing and Communications isseeking to hire a Photographer.
The Photographer is responsible forcontributing to VCU Enterprise Marketing and Communications (EMC) visualstorytelling expertise by creating bold visual messages thatinspire viewers to connect with the VCU enterprise brand. Thisposition reports to the Director of Video and Photography Services and the VCUHealth Video Production Manager and collaborates with cross functional teamsacross the VCU enterprise. The Photographer serves as a proactive champion foradvancing the VCU brand through creating compelling photographs and DSLR videothat shape favorable brand perceptions for VCU.
The Photographer position requires amulti-talented expert, able to produce still photography ranging from high-endmarketing imagery that embodies the VCU and VCU Health System brand including,news, portraiture and basic news/social media video. The ideal candidate lovesvisual storytelling, embodies creativity, thinks outside the box and canexecute high quality photography and video with efficiency and professionalism.
This role requires an ability to capture compelling moments for newsstories and portraits, inspire creative partners, concept still photographyideas, collaborate with stakeholders and produce content for stakeholdersacross the university and health system. It's equal parts conceptual andexecutional - with the ability to bring ideas big and small to life throughphotography and basic video. It requires a talent that's unafraid to pushcreative frontiers, experiment, and encourage others to do the same. ThePhotographer will create and produce high quality content for brandmarketing, brand journalism, owned websites, social media platforms andvarious other media channels that meet the strategic needs of the universityand health system.
Core Functions
Candidates must possess a solid understandingof current photography and video techniques and trends that informstructured storytelling that move viewers to connect with the VCUbrand.
Particular emphasis oncandidate's demonstrated ability to create brand storytelling through exemplaryphotography skills.
A proficientcommunicator of visual creative strategy, with the ability to provide, take anddeliver on an approved creative direction.
Demonstrated abilityto create excellent environmental and studio portraits.
The ability to managemultiple photography and video news assignments with great attention to detail.
The position collaborates with the followingkey functional areas.
Director of Photography and Video, Marketing
Executive Creative Director, Marketing
Digital Director, Marketing
Director of VCU News Operations
Director of Public Relations, Monroe Park Campus
Director of Public Relations, VCU Health
Manager of Video, VCU Health
AVP, Brand Marketing VCU
AVP, Strategy and Marketing VCU Health
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications and experience:
Minimum of five yearsprofessional experience in photography and DSLR video production.
Expertise in bothstudio and location lighting.
Strong knowledge ofdigital photography workflows, including computer hardware/software, fileformats, color theory, image management and enhancement techniques.
Proficient in workingwith raw digital files in a Mac-based environment and using Adobe Photoshop foradvanced post-production work.
Proficient in editingDSLR video for short news and social media stories using editing software suchas Premiere or Adobe Creative Suite or DaVinci Resolve or Photoshop.
Excellentcommunication skills and the ability to collaborate with a diverse universitycommunity.
A portfolio ofphotographic and video work, where the applicant is the sole creator, isrequired for consideration.
Ability to create,shoot, produce and edit photography and video content on a variety of themes,including brand marketing, branded news, lifestyle, education and social mediacontent.
Strong collaborativemindset - able to partner effectively with creative and PR teams to meetproject goals.
Ensure all assets arealigned with the VCU's brand standards in tone, style, and personality.
Deep understanding ofvisual storytelling for news, portraiture and social media, with awareness ofcurrent trends and brand-building strategies.
Adaptable andcomfortable taking on varied responsibilities as needed.
Excellent digitalmedia file management.
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment ofrespect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, andstudents from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so asa staff member at VCU.
Must be able to workflexible hours including, nights and weekends.
Other duties asassigned.
Preferred qualifications
Bachelor's degree orequivalent training and experience.
Seven years professionalexperience in photography and DSLR video production.
Experience capturingconceptual/marketing images for brand promotional purposes.
Experience capturingphotographs in a medical/clinical environment.
FLSA
University Employee
Job FTE
1
Exemption Status
Exempt
Restricted Position
No
E-Class
UF - University Employee FT
Job Category
University Employee
ORP Eligible
No
Salary Range
56,000 - 65,000
Compensation Type
Salaried
Target Hire Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Sherri Brooks
brookssd4@vcu.edu
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover letter, resume and portfolio
Benefits of working at VCU
All full-time university staff are eligible for VCU's robust benefits package that includes: comprehensive health benefits, paid annual and holiday leave granted up front, generous tuition benefit, retirement planning and savings options, tax-deferred annuity and cash match programs, employee discounts, well-being resources, abundant opportunities for career development and advancement, and more. Learn more about VCU's benefits here.
Job Code
13221
Recruitment Pool
All Applicants
Posting Number
req8137
Unit
VP Enterprise Mktg and Comm MBU
Department
Enterprise Marketing and Communications
Department Website Link
Location
VCU
Address
912 West Grace Street, Richmond, VA 23284 USA
Duties & Responsibilities
Enterprise Marketing and Communications isseeking to hire a Photographer.
The Photographer is responsible forcontributing to VCU Enterprise Marketing and Communications (EMC) visualstorytelling expertise by creating bold visual messages thatinspire viewers to connect with the VCU enterprise brand. Thisposition reports to the Director of Video and Photography Services and the VCUHealth Video Production Manager and collaborates with cross functional teamsacross the VCU enterprise. The Photographer serves as a proactive champion foradvancing the VCU brand through creating compelling photographs and DSLR videothat shape favorable brand perceptions for VCU.
The Photographer position requires amulti-talented expert, able to produce still photography ranging from high-endmarketing imagery that embodies the VCU and VCU Health System brand including,news, portraiture and basic news/social media video. The ideal candidate lovesvisual storytelling, embodies creativity, thinks outside the box and canexecute high quality photography and video with efficiency and professionalism.
This role requires an ability to capture compelling moments for newsstories and portraits, inspire creative partners, concept still photographyideas, collaborate with stakeholders and produce content for stakeholdersacross the university and health system. It's equal parts conceptual andexecutional - with the ability to bring ideas big and small to life throughphotography and basic video. It requires a talent that's unafraid to pushcreative frontiers, experiment, and encourage others to do the same. ThePhotographer will create and produce high quality content for brandmarketing, brand journalism, owned websites, social media platforms andvarious other media channels that meet the strategic needs of the universityand health system.
Core Functions
Candidates must possess a solid understandingof current photography and video techniques and trends that informstructured storytelling that move viewers to connect with the VCUbrand.
Particular emphasis oncandidate's demonstrated ability to create brand storytelling through exemplaryphotography skills.
A proficientcommunicator of visual creative strategy, with the ability to provide, take anddeliver on an approved creative direction.
Demonstrated abilityto create excellent environmental and studio portraits.
The ability to managemultiple photography and video news assignments with great attention to detail.
The position collaborates with the followingkey functional areas.
Director of Photography and Video, Marketing
Executive Creative Director, Marketing
Digital Director, Marketing
Director of VCU News Operations
Director of Public Relations, Monroe Park Campus
Director of Public Relations, VCU Health
Manager of Video, VCU Health
AVP, Brand Marketing VCU
AVP, Strategy and Marketing VCU Health
Qualifications
Minimum qualifications and experience:
Minimum of five yearsprofessional experience in photography and DSLR video production.
Expertise in bothstudio and location lighting.
Strong knowledge ofdigital photography workflows, including computer hardware/software, fileformats, color theory, image management and enhancement techniques.
Proficient in workingwith raw digital files in a Mac-based environment and using Adobe Photoshop foradvanced post-production work.
Proficient in editingDSLR video for short news and social media stories using editing software suchas Premiere or Adobe Creative Suite or DaVinci Resolve or Photoshop.
Excellentcommunication skills and the ability to collaborate with a diverse universitycommunity.
A portfolio ofphotographic and video work, where the applicant is the sole creator, isrequired for consideration.
Ability to create,shoot, produce and edit photography and video content on a variety of themes,including brand marketing, branded news, lifestyle, education and social mediacontent.
Strong collaborativemindset - able to partner effectively with creative and PR teams to meetproject goals.
Ensure all assets arealigned with the VCU's brand standards in tone, style, and personality.
Deep understanding ofvisual storytelling for news, portraiture and social media, with awareness ofcurrent trends and brand-building strategies.
Adaptable andcomfortable taking on varied responsibilities as needed.
Excellent digitalmedia file management.
Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment ofrespect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, andstudents from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so asa staff member at VCU.
Must be able to workflexible hours including, nights and weekends.
Other duties asassigned.
Preferred qualifications
Bachelor's degree orequivalent training and experience.
Seven years professionalexperience in photography and DSLR video production.
Experience capturingconceptual/marketing images for brand promotional purposes.
Experience capturingphotographs in a medical/clinical environment.
FLSA
University Employee
Job FTE
1
Exemption Status
Exempt
Restricted Position
No
E-Class
UF - University Employee FT
Job Category
University Employee
ORP Eligible
No
Salary Range
56,000 - 65,000
Compensation Type
Salaried
Target Hire Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Sherri Brooks
brookssd4@vcu.edu
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover letter, resume and portfolio