Working Title: Photographer and Video Producer (Part - Time)

State Role Title: Media Specialist III

Position Type: Part-time - Wage / Part-time Salaried

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Student Affairs Unit

Department: 300234 - Student Affairs Comm and Mktg

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $25.00 per hour

Is this a JMU only position? No

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No

Beginning Review Date: 08/07/2025

About JMU:

JMU is a publicly funded university with a beautiful campus and a supportive community that is committed to preparing students for the future. JMU offers several perks to all employees including:
• A Tuition Waiver Program that allows employees to have tuition waived for undergraduate and graduate level courses taken at JMU.
• Free Access to the University Recreation Center (UREC): Employees can enjoy facility access and program registration privileges at UREC and University Park. This includes the climbing wall, equipment centers, and group exercise studios.
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as Pet Insurance, Identity Theft and Legal Protection Plans, and several other supplemental benefits.
• Holiday Breaks: The university is granted 12 holidays a year.
• Talent Development Trainings: The Talent Development department offers a wide variety of personal and professional trainings, eligible for all employees to join.

Visit our Benefits site to learn more about the benefits that James Madison University offers to part-time employees!

General Information:

Student Affairs Communications and Marketing supports all areas of Student Affairs by providing graphic design, photography, videography and social media. Our work aligns with the Student Affairs mission to engage all students in accessible and inclusive learning, growth and personal development opportunities and experiences.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Creative services:

• Photograph Student Affairs events, Student Affairs spaces and stock photography of student life for use in social media, web and graphic design projects.
• Capture video footage of Student Affairs events, Student Affairs spaces and b-roll of student life for use in social media and web projects.
• Edit photos and footage into ready-to-use assets for SACM teams and Student Affairs clients.
• Create photo/video content for Student Affairs social media accounts, to include the Vice President for Student Affairs.
• Organize and catalog captured imagery for ease of future use.

Student supervision:

• Supervise and mentor students serving in photographer and videographer roles.
• Provide creative direction, advice and troubleshooting on student photo and video work.
• Provide photo/video student staff with technical training and real-world experience to increase proficiency and produce desired results.

Manage equipment:

• Train photo/video students in proper reservation, use, cleaning and storage of photo/video equipment and accessories.
• Maintain inventory of photo and video equipment and accessories, routinely audit and document annually.
• Complete individual cleaning and maintenance of photo/video equipment as needed.
• Recommend photo and video equipment and accessories for purchase by SACM.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Ability to shoot and edit visually interesting photographs and video while adhering to an established style, with an understanding of composition, light, color and sound
• Strong technical knowledge of photography and videography — choosing appropriate camera settings to create desired results, when to use different lenses, capturing quality sound, giving direction to subjects, etc.
• Thorough knowledge of photo and video equipment, including cameras, lenses, microphones, lighting equipment, etc.
• Thorough understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (particularly Lightroom, Premiere Pro, Photoshop and After Effects)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong organization and planning skills, including the ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.

Additional Considerations:

• Experience in mentorship and/or instruction
• Expertise with Canon and Sony camera bodies and lenses
• Customer service experience
• Experience with social media content creation

Additional Posting Information:

Provide a portfolio (website link or PDF) showcasing both your photography and videography. For photography, please include examples of headshots and event photography, as well as any additional photographs you would like to show. For videography, please include several samples of your work, including what your role was in the production/post-production process for each. Samples that are especially helpful are interview-style videos, short videos intended for social media, informational videos (like what might be featured on a website) and videos marketing a specific product or service.

Conditions of Employment:  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

This is a part-time wage position working up to an average of 29 hours per week over the course of a calendar year with no benefits.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and 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. This 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.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

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