Creative Director Jobs in Exeter, NH (NOW HIRING)

Please note that this position follows a hybrid schedule and requires a minimum of one day per week working on the Durham, NH campus.

The Senior Multimedia Producer at the University of New Hampshire is a highly skilled, hands-on content producer responsible for creating high-quality photography and video that supports UNH's brand and a wide range of university-wide marketing, communications, and engagement efforts.

While the role is prioritized toward high-impact, revenue-generating initiatives such as undergraduate and graduate recruitment and Advancement, the Senior Multimedia Producer works centrally to support storytelling and communications needs across the university.

This role sits within UNH's central creative team and works closely with the Director of Photography, Executive Creative Director, Executive Director of Content, and cross-functional partners across Creative, Content, and Marketing. The Senior Multimedia Producer operates as an independent producer, owning projects from concept through delivery, while working within established project management and creative workflows.

Salary Information: Salary decisions take several factors into consideration, including internal equity, budget, and a candidate's skills and experience. The budgeted salary for this position is approximately $75k.

• Produce high-quality photography and video content in support of brand, recruitment, campaign, and editorial needs.

• Own end-to-end execution of assigned projects, including pre-production planning, on-site production, post-production, and final delivery.

• Capture a wide range of content including portraits, lifestyle, events, academic environments, and marketing-driven visuals.

• Produce video content across formats such as short-form social, campaign videos, interviews, and internal communications.

• Ensure all work aligns with UNH's visual identity, brand standards, and storytelling principles.

• Work closely with the Director of Photography to ensure production work meets UNH's visual standards and expectations.

• Partner with the Executive Creative Director and creative team members on assigned projects to support broader creative and brand goals.

• Collaborate with the Executive Director of Content and content team to support editorial storytelling through strong visual execution.

• Take direction and feedback constructively while contributing ideas and solutions throughout the production process.

• Execute projects efficiently and independently within established creative and production workflows.

• Coordinate with the Project Management team to support clear handoffs, accurate scoping, and timely delivery.

• Work with freelancers, student contributors, or vendors as needed under the guidance of the Director of Photography.

• Manage equipment, file organization, and production logistics related to assigned projects.

• Ensure photo and video assets are properly organized, tagged, and archived within UNH's digital asset management systems.

• Follow best practices for file management, usage rights, accessibility (including captions), and distribution.

• Deliver assets optimized for intended platforms and audiences.

Requirements

• 6-8+ years of professional experience in photography and multimedia production.

• Strong portfolio demonstrating excellence in photography, with solid experience in video production and editing.

• Proficiency with industry-standard tools including Adobe Lightroom, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, and related software.

• Experience working independently on projects within a collaborative, in-house or agency environment.

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and travel as needed.

• Experience working with students, freelancers, or external partners is a plus.

• Familiarity with higher education or brand-driven environments is preferred.

Applicant Instructions

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online within the My Experience: Resume/Cover Letter section of your application:

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• A Link to the Candidate's Online Portfolio

Applications that are missing any of the required items may not move forward for consideration. Additional uploaded documents not requested in the position announcement will not be reviewed.

The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire's lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.

Compensation Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources

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