Student - University Photographer & Videographer

•  No previous experience necessary. The knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of this position are typically acquired through the following combination of education, expertise, skills and/or equivalent: 

EDUCATION 

•  Students will receive 6 weeks of intensive training both theoretical and practical 

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 

• 2+ years photography and videography experience a plus 

• Editing experience a plus 

COMPETENCIES/SKILLS YOU WILL ACQUIRE: 

• Technical mastery of DSLR, mirrorless, and cinema camera systems 

• Proficient in creating video content for use in marketing, social media and websites 

• Experience working with flash and continuous studio lighting  

• Experience with digital imaging workflow 

• Proficient in video and photo editing 

• Proficient in content creation and editing software tools, e.g. Adobe Suite 

• Experience with database/image management software and basic data processing 

• Must possess the ability to handle competing demands and balance multiple tasks at once 

• Must be motivated, highly organized, and able to work with minimal supervision 

• Must possess the ability to work quickly while maintaining quality and attention to detail 

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills 

• Demonstrates an ability to effectively collaborate with others and takes direction well 

• Works efficiently and effectively between multiple projects, across multiple departments, and with many different stakeholders and constituents  

• Strong diplomatic acumen to foster and maintain collegial relationships with stakeholders, clients, leadership, and colleagues  

• High ethical and professional standards. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   

•  The position requires light physical effort.  Frequent mobility and/or sitting for extended periods of time.  Requires manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard, calculator, copier machine and other office equipment.  The position typically may require moving and lifting objects up to 20 pounds or helping to set up canopies and display equipment.  The position requires close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) abilities. 

ENVIRONMENT: 

• Indoor work environment with occasional outside exposure. 

• Occasional exposure to unpleasant elements such as noise, heat, cold and/or dust. 

ADDITIONAL NOTES: 

• Soka University of America retains the discretion to add or change the duties and responsibilities of this position at any time. 

• This position is available to all qualified and able candidates, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.