Assistant Director of Visual Services Job at Christopher Newport University in N

Position Information

Working Title: Assistant Director of Visual Services

Position Number: FA376

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Full Time

Sensitive Position: No

Chief Objective of Position: As a member of the marketing and communications team, this position leads a team of photographers and videographers to create and distribute high-quality branded multimedia projects that promote the university through a variety of digital outlets.

Work Tasks

• Oversee and manage the operations and staff of the Visual Services team.
• Provide leadership to the visual services team of photographers and videographers by scheduling assignments, providing support and feedback, and empowering creativity and professional development.
• Conceive and develop creative solutions for addressing University initiatives through audio-visual assets.
• Produce, edit and distribute media content as required.
• Execute video and photo shoots on site/on location including lighting, audio, camera operation and talent direction.
• Work closely with internal clients to determine content and format of productions.
• Observe and promote brand standards.
• Conduct interviews with students, staff, faculty, alumni and campus visitors.
• Scout shoot locations and assess possible obstacles in filming.
• Use sophisticated software and hardware to edit and assemble final visual/audio program material.
• Maintain all equipment in proper working order.
• Attend meetings and offer development and production insight based on the requests.
• Establish protocol for archiving campus visuals.
• Provide digital photography for campus events and promotions.
• Recruit, hire, train, and supervise professional and student staff.
• Provide a customer service approach to promote the “students first” initiatives.
• Follow workplace safety regulations.
• Immediately report unsafe work conditions and work-related incidents.
• Promote a safe and healthy work environment.
• Report work-related incidents within 24 hours.
• This position is designated as a “responsible employee” who has the authority to redress sexual violence.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSA's)

• Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include weekends, holidays and evenings.
• Ability to adapt to and make recommendations based on the evolving technology landscape.
• Ability to oversee and create video content for social media platforms.
• Ability to develop suitable solutions and troubleshoot hardware and software.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage all aspects of assigned projects.
• Ability to find and produce quality stories in multimedia.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Expertise in operating Video Cameras, SLRs, lighting equipment, sound recording equipment, and editing.
• Excellent communication, writing, interpersonal, planning and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of new computer technologies and editing software.
• Knowledge of multimedia and news gathering techniques.
• Knowledge of high quality encoding techniques for online distribution of videos.
• Extensive knowledge of media and motion graphics software.

Required Education

Master’s degree or a Bachelor’s degree with experience that equates to an advanced degree.

Experience Required

• Previous experience producing and planning professional-level multimedia programming.
• Experience in scriptwriting, producing, directing and interviewing for video production.
• Technical experience in videography, photography, lighting design, and computer video editing.

Salary Information

Starting at $64,000, commensurate with education and experience.

CNU Information

Christopher Newport University is anchored in excellence, and that is reflected in our ranking as the #1 regional public university in Virginia and #3 among regional public universities in the South. We are an inclusive and kind community, founded on our shared values of honor, scholarship, service and leadership.

Application Instructions

Interested parties are requested to submit a cover letter; current resume; and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references at the time of application. This position will be posted until filled, however for priority consideration, please apply by January 8, 2025. Search finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process.