Photographer, University Communications

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$65,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience.
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
Dec 10, 2024
The Office of University Communications at the University of Virginia seeks an experienced, professional photographer to support the office's core mission of showcasing the University as a model of excellence in public higher education through effective and engaging communications and marketing. The photographer will produce visual content from conceptualization through to distribution. As a member of University Communications' talented, collaborative and dynamic Creative team, the photographer will capture compelling images that communicate the essence of UVA, including its vibrant student experiences, the splendor of Grounds, remarkable research endeavors, and exciting athletics and community-wide events. The photographer will collaborate with colleagues across the department, including on the Marketing, Digital, Licensing, and News & Content teams, as well as with other partners across the University. The photographer will also support the video producers as they develop audio and video content. RESPONSIBILITIES: Works as part of Creative Team for University Communications, partnering with colleagues across Marketing, Digital, Licensing, and News & Content verticals to address communications and visual storytelling opportunities. Works with the Senior Photographer to determine and schedule photo assignments. Is responsible for all phases of creating, editing, manipulating, and archiving creative content. Interacts with other creative professionals to realize vision and ensure products meet the needs of organizational leadership. Helps manage Canto, the digital asset management system, and our brand photography catalog (BrandDot), for the University. This includes ensuring that organization is followed, file structures are upheld, and catalogs are within compliance. Organizes and manages photography shoots as assigned, including direction of photo shoot participants for portrait and day-in-the-life content. Aids in the organization and management of video shoots. Aids in the direction of video participants. Manages concurrent projects utilizing our project management system, Asana, to meet deadlines, maintains schedules, contacts subjects, and communicates these tasks to project stakeholders. Helps develop the brand and style of photography for the University. Maintains the University's graphics standards, techniques, and methods. Works with multimedia team to ensure management and upkeep of files, including archiving projects, purging, and maintenance. Is responsible for multimedia equipment and its maintenance and storage. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: 5 years of professional experience as a photographer Proficient with a range of digital cameras and lenses Proficient with lighting equipment Expertise in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Bridge Experience with drone photography Experience with content management systems Attention to detail and eye for aesthetics Self-motivation and adherence to timely turnover of assets Excellent communication skills PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 7 or more years of professional experience Professional drone license Video production experience Experience in editorial photography Proficiency in Adobe Lightroom and Adobe After Effects ANTICIPATED SALARY RANGE: $65,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience. This position will remain open until filled. This is an Exempt level, benefited position. This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. For questions about the position or the application process, please contact Daniel Strong, Senior Recruiter at das6zb@virginia.edu. Please apply through the University job board, Careers at UVA, and search for R0067153. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs' or through their 'Jobs Hub'. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor's degree Experience: At least five years of experience. Licensure: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.