Extra Help-Photographer and Videographer

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute photography for events, campaigns, executive portraits, campus moments, and institutional storytelling initiatives
• Deliver edited, production-ready images on deadline and in formats aligned with intended use (print, digital, social, web); standard turnaround for event photography is 24–48 hours
• Maintain consistent visual standards that reflect the University of Illinois System brand
• Produce video projects from pre-production through post, including concept support, filming, editing, motion graphics, and final delivery
• Deliver polished final cuts and raw footage as needed for each project; ensure video outputs meet platform specifications for web, social media, broadcast, and presentation use
• Organize, label, and archive all photo and video assets in the system’s digital asset management library using established naming conventions
• Ensure assets are accessible to the communications team and campus partners in a timely manner; maintain records of usage rights, release documentation, and asset metadata
• Source, brief, and manage freelance photographers and videographers for projects that exceed internal capacity; review freelancer deliverables for quality and brand alignment before acceptance
• Cook up scheduling and logistics for external production crews
• Work with the communications team to understand production needs for upcoming campaigns, events, and deliverables; participate in pre-production planning and provide input on creative approach, logistics, and resource needs

Qualifications

• Portfolio demonstrating professional-level photography and video production across a range of formats and contexts
• Proficiency with industry-standard camera equipment and editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Lightroom, After Effects, or equivalent)
• Experience managing digital asset libraries, including enterprise DAM platforms, and delivering assets in multiple formats
• Ability to work independently, manage production schedules, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Experience Coordinating With Freelancers Or External Production Vendors
• Preferred: Drone/aerial photography certification or experience

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of higher education, nonprofit, or institutional communications preferred
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to all three UI System campuses as needed

Pay

Salary range is $28-$32/hour, and is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The expected start date is 7/1/2026.