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Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs.
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Job Summary
Working under the direction of University Communications, this role produces high-quality digital photo and video content to achieve marketing and communications objectives targeted at a variety of audiences and delivered across multiple platforms. The Multimedia Producer I is also responsible for the management and coordination of all photography projects within the department, oversees student workers, and advises colleagues across campus on photography best practices.
Responsibilities also include oversight of all photography equipment, managing the University's photo archives with Special Collections, and managing a library of digital photo assets (DAM - currently Canto) for use by the Marketing, Communications, and Enrollment Management teams, along with other duties as assigned.
This position serves as the University's primary photographer but also produces high-quality video assets and collaborates with the Multimedia Team on larger projects.
Responsibilities
Multimedia Production - 60%
Provide creative direction and high-quality photography/videography for campus clients (including staged shoots and special event coverage).
Collaborate with the editorial and marketing teams to provide artwork for news stories, ad campaigns, web promotions, and more.
Challenge the status quo by regularly experimenting with innovative shooting techniques and tactics (e.g., action shots, creative framing/angles, photo essay collections, etc.).
Planning/Scheduling - 20%
Manage all incoming photography requests, prioritizing projects according to external news/promotional value. This includes ensuring proper staffing, equipment, and resources are on hand for every shoot.
Coordinate with colleagues on the editorial team to explore ways of telling stories visually.
Provide regular updates on project statuses (through the Monday project management system), set clear deadlines, and deliver assets on time.
Digital Asset & Archive Management - 15%
Maintain the University's photo gallery (DAM - Canto) and develop a system for categorizing newly added photos.
Work with Special Collections to archive photography resources for future use.
Collaborate with supervisor to organize student worker assignments and schedule.
Provide guidance, assistance, and best practice tips to colleagues in outside departments who are creating their own photography assets for various web/social media pages.
Other - 5%
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Educational Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Digital Media/Imaging, Photography, Technical Communication, or a related field.
Other Required Qualifications
Must be able to handle projects independently as well as collaborate seamlessly across the team and campus.
Required Experience
At least 2-5 years of prior experience creating visual assets and using editing software.
Proposed Salary
This position is a pay grade 8. The available salary range is $47,476.00 to $50,000.00. Starting salary within this range is based on relevant years of experience.
For more information about GCSU compensation practices, click here: https://www.gcsu.edu/humanresources/pay-grade-structure.
Required Documents to Attach

• Cover Letter
• Resume / CV

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
Ability to handle projects independently, meet deadlines, and collaborate seamlessly across the team and campus.
Ability to work well with other departments and contributors to establish and categorize a database of photographs.
Ability to lead and train student workers.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of photography, videography, lighting, lenses, and all aspects of camera usage for multiple projects.
Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (photo and video editing).
Knowledge of the rules of composition and color relationships, as well as a working knowledge of studio and remote lighting.
SKILLS
Strong time management and organizational skills, including inventory.
Management of photography and videography equipment.
Strong organizational and cataloging skills.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Other Information
This is not a supervisory position.
This position has financial responsibilities.
This position will be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time.
This position does not require security clearance.
Background Check

• Criminal Background Check
• Education Verification
• DMV Check