When was the last time you changed the world?
In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, that’s exactly what we’re doing every day-guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow.
We’re currently searching for a Visual Communications Specialist to join our Student Affairs Communications team in Blacksburg, VA to help us in our mission. So, if you’re passionate about creatively telling the student story, please keep reading.
Here’s what you need to know about the role:
• You’ll be joining the Student Affairs Communications team; a department of creative professionals who enjoy enhancing the student experience through various marketing and communication mediums.
• You’ll be reporting to the Visual Communications Manager for Student Affairs Communications in a regular twelve-month, staff appointment with a flexible work arrangement schedule.
• You’ll work collaboratively with the communications team and Student Affairs departments to produce photographs and videos of people, events, meetings, and other subjects as needed to fulfill the division’s visual messaging needs.
• You’ll develop concepts and identify locations and subjects to create images for use across a variety of communications platforms including web, print, digital publications, podcasts, and social media.
• You’ll coordinate, scout, and schedule photo and video shoots and manage multiple photography/video projects simultaneously while adhering to deadlines and managing divisional partners’ expectations in order to deliver effective creative assets.
• You’ll develop your creative skills in a multitude of platforms, which will enhance the overall quality of our division’s images and messages.
• You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $40,000-$45,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more!
Here’s what you need to know about working at Virginia Tech:
• THE UNIVERSITY : Virginia Tech as an employer is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life.
• THE DIVISION : For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our Aspirations for Student Learning.
• THE TEAM: Student Affairs Communications holds a deep passion for telling the student story, showcasing the great works of the division, and are genuinely excited to continuously learn and grow our knowledge as a team of creative individuals.
Required Qualifications
• Demonstrated knowledge of digital photography and videography, including professional-level techniques and standards.
• Demonstrated skill in the operation of cameras, lenses, lighting, audio, and other photographic and video equipment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, and Lightroom.
• Demonstrated talent for visual communication.
• Social media savvy and experience producing content for popular social media channels, including Tiktok, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube.
• Professionalism and strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to use them with a diverse group of people in a friendly and courteous manner.
• Time management skills, flexibility, and ability to work independently, prioritizing work assignments with strong follow through to meet department and clients’ deadlines.
• Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail and the ability to work on multiple projects at once.
• Link to existing portfolio required.
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in film and photography, visual communications or similar and/or equivalent training and work experience
• Previous experience producing social media content for business, nonprofits, or higher education institutions.
• Experience with project management systems.
• Experience using After Effects.
• Experience creating, using, and following a style guide.
• Demonstrated knowledge of shooting and editing photo and video using DSLR cameras.
• Previous experience maintaining photo and video equipment.
Pay Band
3
Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
$40,000-$45,000
Review Date
7/21/23
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
About Student Affairs
Student Affairs at Virginia Tech fosters a community where each student creates a customized experience to meet their goals. Building on our motto of Ut Prosim (that I may serve), Virginia Tech is dedicated to serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence . We seek candidates who adopt and practice our Principles of Community , which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth. We are actively seeking people to join our community and help us prepare leaders for the world. Our people in Student Affairs are committed to student well-being and assuring that all students Experience VT by demonstrating, supporting, and operationalizing our Aspirations for Student Learning . If you are someone dedicated to ensuring student success, then we want you to consider being a part of our team!
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Stacey Duncan at staceyd@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
Advertised: June 29, 2023
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