EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Brenau University is an equal opportunity employer and educator. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal or state laws in its employment practices or educational programs.
HIRING PROCESS: All submitted application materials are forwarded to the appropriate department for review. Hiring recommendations are made at the departmental level.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Brenau University is a drug-free workplace as certified by the Georgia Workers Compensation Board.
ELIGIBILITY: Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the confirmed start date. This includes being a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national with work authorization that doesn't require employer sponsorship. Individuals must maintain this eligibility throughout employment.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor’s degree in journalism, marketing or a related field.
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Good working knowledge of photography/videography software and workflow software platforms
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Excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize and multitask
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Excellent knowledge of mirrorless & DSLR camera systems to capture still photos and film video in a variety of location and studio settings, and of photo editing, video editing, audio editing and other post-production tasks
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Creative, resourceful, flexible team player
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Excellent collaborator. Ability to work effectively and harmoniously with colleagues to successfully execute projects in support of marketing and business development goals
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
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Serve as the primary visual content creator for all Brenau University marketing, publications and university events, generating imagery and video coverage that conveys the Brenau brand in authentic, captivating, and genuine ways
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Create visual content to support digital advertising and social media marketing campaigns
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Develop and prioritize annual photography plan for major university events
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Create and uphold the standard of visuals associated with the Brenau University brand
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Manage the Brenau image archive and maintain digital assets by following a naming, tagging, and archiving structure to ensure that content is searchable by stakeholders
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Build relationships across campus to learn and tell the stories of the Brenau community for use in marketing and recruitment materials
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Hire and manage freelancers to supplement coverage and ensure quality work that enhances the university brand
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Cultivate a positive experience with students, administration, faculty, staff, trustees, media members, donors, alumni and all other relevant university stakeholders
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Work within strict timeframes and budgets
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Distribute content to university stakeholders through required media in a timely fashion
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Complete other duties as assigned by the Director of Marketing or Executive Director of University Marketing & Enrollment Strategy
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No supervisory responsibilities required.
Work Hours:
Full-time. 37.5 hours per week. Generally, Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Hours may be extended to meet the needs of the department. Nights/weekends as needed. Must be willing to frequently work flexible hours to ensure coverage of university functions and events. Often has to transport large amounts of equipment, set up and tear down photoshoots.
Appointment Length:
12 months, continuous
Environmental and Working Conditions/ Physical Demands and Aptitudes:
Willingness to spend long periods of time on feet and outside across all weather conditions is required for this position. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must have the ability to travel short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Exerting up to 15 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.
Title IX Implications:
Responsible employee
Any employee who is not a confidential employee. Brenau University requires that all Responsible Employees MUST report any possible sexual harassment or discrimination based on sex to the Title IX Coordinator when the employee has information about conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination or sex-based harassment under Title IX or this part. Employees are encouraged to report these concerns in writing via email. When an employee or a student (or a person who has a legal right to act on behalf of a student) informs any employee (including both Responsible and Confidential employees) of the employee’s or student’s pregnancy or related conditions, that employee must promptly provide that person with the Title IX Coordinator’s contact information and inform that person that the Title IX Coordinator can coordinate specific actions to prevent sex discrimination and ensure the employee’s or student’s equal access to the Recipient’s education program or activity.
Payroll Status:
Hourly, Non-Exempt (paid bi-weekly)
Campus Designation:
This is an on-site position based at the Historic Gainesville Campus located in Gainesville, Georgia.
Remote Work Available:
No
Travel Requirements:
Occasional local travel and operation of a university vehicle and/or one’s own vehicle required. Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid Georgia driver’s license, and good driving record.
Benefits:
Dependent upon employment status, years of service and worker category. Explore all that Brenau offers for Your Health, Your Mind, Your Finances, & Our Community here: https://intranet.brenau.edu/human-resources/job-opportunities/.
Special Requirements:
Brenau University conducts various screenings to ensure a safe and secure environment. These checks are a condition of employment and may be performed at different times throughout employment. (1) Background Checks: All new hires must undergo a criminal background check. To maintain employment, individuals must have and maintain a favorable criminal history. The university may also conduct random background checks. Additional checks may be performed for certain roles. (2) Credit Checks: required for positions that handle university funds or credit cards or as otherwise required. (3) Motor Vehicle and Driving Checks: employees who operate a university vehicle or drive on university business must have a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) run as part of the new hire process or as the requirement to drive is added to job responsibilities. To be approved for university travel, employees must meet the following criteria: be at least 21 years old, have and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license, and have and maintain a good driving record. As a condition of employment, employees must report any arrest (within five days of its occurrence) to the Office of Human Resources, including traffic violations for those listed on our auto insurance policy. Disclosure of subsequent legal action (conviction, dismissal of charges, etc.) must also be reported to the Office of Human Resources. It will be evaluated considering continued employment with the immediate supervisor. (4) Drug Screening: pre-employment/post-offer drug screens and random drug screens are performed for certain sensitive positions. Random drug screens are also performed on those who travel regularly, or those who operate a university vehicle. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug screening.
Additional Requirements:
N/A
Licensure Requirements:
Proof of any professional degree, license, or certification (collectively, “Credentials”) required to competently perform the work for which the employee is hired must have been submitted at the time of application for the position. Discovery during the course of employee’s employment that applicable Credentials have lapsed, been terminated, were misrepresented, or were falsified may result in immediate termination of employee’s employment.
All positions will be filled pending budgetary review.
To Apply:
Please include a link to a portfolio or website with your photography & videography work in the "Attachments" section of the application.
