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Photographer and Multimedia Coordinator

Elgin Community College · Elgin, IL · 1 mo ago
Art & Creative$55k–$72k/yrFull-time

About the role

This is a Full-Time Support Staff position at grade 14, with an annual salary range of $54,932 to $72,243. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Responsibilities

  • Photography for major publications such as Impact magazine and the annual Report to the Community
  • Technical direction during photoshoots
  • Collaboration with departments across campus to support the website, communications, social media, enrollment, institutional publications, convocations, and events
  • Photo direction: Work as part of the creative, communications, and marketing teams to plan and execute photography that supports marketing campaigns, publications, and college priorities
  • Coordinate, plan, and execute photography for the website, social media, publications, enrollment materials, advertising, convocations, and other promotional needs
  • Edit, process, and prepare photos for use across web, communications, marketing, social media, and external media
  • Support the Sr. Director of Content and Creative Services with photography recommendations and assist the Multimedia and Creative Services Coordinator with audio and video needs
  • Maintain and organize the college’s digital archives by uploading photos to the college server and the cloud-based digital asset management system tagging photos with the correct keywords and metadata

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in photography, multimedia, photojournalism, journalism, or a related field
  • At least five years of experience in digital photography and/or videography
  • A photography portfolio demonstrating skills in lighting, composition, color, visual quality, and both pre- and post-production workflows
  • Advanced skills in capturing, editing, and adjusting photos; ability to work with video and audio as needed
  • Strong knowledge of lighting techniques and camera equipment, including proper use and maintenance; basic knowledge of audio equipment
  • Working knowledge of graphic design and experience collaborating with creative professionals such as designers, videographers, and web teams
  • Understanding of delivering timely, newsworthy photography to the communications team to support press releases, media outreach, and institutional storytelling
  • Ability to apply creative thinking and problem-solving in a professional setting
  • Strong collaboration skills, including patience, flexibility, and teamwork
  • Experience with project planning and strong organizational skills
  • Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality
  • Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills with people at all levels of the college
  • Ability to work independently and manage multiple assignments
  • Proven ability to consistently produce high-quality, creative images
  • Flexibility to adjust work schedule, with advance notice, for campus events
  • Ability to travel occasionally for off-site photoshoots

Qualifications

  • Membership in a college photography association is encouraged
  • FAA Part 107 drone certification is preferred

Skills

  • Photo Direction
  • Composition and Editing
  • Imaging and Multimedia Support
  • Asset Archiving

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
  • Retail Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
  • Time Off with Pay
  • Professional Development/Expense
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Sick Banks

Pay

The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8AM - 5PM

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