Student Photographer/Videographer

Job Details

The Campus Rec Student Worker is responsible for performing operational tasks for Campus Recreation programs and facilities. They will provide excellent customer service, maintain facility and asset cleanliness, ensure that all policies are followed by guests and participants, and ensure all safety measures are being implemented.

The Photographer / Videographer Student Worker position is responsible for filming and editing video projects for promotion, department needs, and social media, promoting Campus Recreation at various events, and assisting in marketing strategies. The candidate must be capable of taking direction and constructive criticism and working in a team environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take and edit photos of department facilities, programs, and various marketing photoshoots for print and digital materials.
• Film and edit video projects for event promotion, department needs, and social media as assigned.
• Responsible to assist with maintenance of Campus Recreation marketing equipment.
• Assists with adherence to the Campus Recreation style guide, ensuring compliance with University policies.
• Assist in promotional tables or events to provide a well-rounded promotion of Campus Recreation events or facilities.
• Frequently assist with events and/or operations during evening, nights or weekend hours.
• Work in a team environment with other designers, photographers, and videographers.
• Attend all required Campus Recreation trainings and meetings.
• Remain up to date on industry standards or trends.
• Perform all other tasks assigned by the Photo/Video Coordinator to assist with Campus Recreation operations and programming.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's mission.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None

QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a current Liberty University student
• Ability to work up to 20 hours per week
• Experience with photography, videography, and video editing
• Experience and strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (i.e. Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Lightroom)
• Ability to work within a brand and respond positively to constructive criticism
• Availability to work a variety of different shifts (weekends, early morning, afternoon, late night)

Preferred Qualifications

• Majoring in Digital Media, Communications or related field

ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB Communication and Comprehension

• Ability to communicate effectively to convey clear, well-articulated information.
• Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.
• Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent computer skills.

Problem Solving

• Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.
• Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.
• Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.
• Regularly lift 40 or fewer pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is split between a climate-controlled office setting and outdoor facilities. Both areas are well lit, and the noise level is moderate.

Driving Requirements

Occasional use of one’s personal vehicle is required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position.