Job Summary:

The University Photojournalist supports the Marketing & Communication Division’s communications and editorial efforts by telling visual stories using still photos and video for a variety of uses including social media, news coverage, websites, internal communications, and printed publications. This position works as a key member of the Communications team to support the university’s strategic plan.

Duties & Essential Job Functions:

1. Amplifies the university's brand story visually across various platforms by capturing creative, high-quality candid and posed photos and video.
2. Collaborates with admissions and marketing teams to create visual content that supports recruitment, yield, and enrollment strategies.
3. Documents campus life and campus events through photo and video.
4. Edits and manages photos and video using current software programs.
5. Uses social media outlets to visually tell the university’s stories with direction from the Assistant Director of Social and Multimedia Strategy.
6. Works with the Assistant Director of Social and Multimedia Strategy to produce and edit video series that support TCU’s goals.
7. Works as part of an integrated team, coordinating with multiple internal groups.
8. Assists Digital Asset Coordinator in managing a library of current and archived photos and video to ensure assets can be found and accessed easily.
9. Manages photo/video requests from high-profile campus entities.
10. Stays abreast of related industry technology, techniques, trends and best practices.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in photography, videography, film, communication, journalism or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a photographer/videographer, including a comprehensive portfolio that demonstrates both technical and storytelling skills through photography and videography.

Preferred Education & Experience:

• None

Required Licensure/Certification/Specialized Training:

• None

Preferred Licensure, Certification, and/or Specialized Training:

• Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification for the FAA for drone photos and video.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of and technical mastery of DSLR and mirrorless camera systems.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in Final Cut Pro and the Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere and After Effects, as well as other professional photo and video editing software.
• Knowledge of digital video formats for upload to various digital channels, as well as with gathering and interpreting video analytics.
• Ability to configure and operate camera equipment, lighting, sound and other production equipment.
• Ability to work an irregular schedule that may include evening and weekend assignments.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to identify and incorporate industry best practices and trends.
• Ability to edit videos quickly and effectively to meet deadlines.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to budget time and resources to ensure work is completed in a timely manner
• Ability to produce high quality, accurate work with attention to detail while demonstrating a strong work ethic and positive attitude.

TCU Core Competencies:

University Core Competencies definitions may be found on the Human Resources website and in the staff performance management system.

Physical Requirements (With or Without Accommodations):

• Visual acuity to read information from computer screens, forms and other printed materials and information.
• Able to speak (enunciate) clearly in conversation and general communication.
• Hearing ability for verbal communication/conversation/responses via telephone, telephone systems, and face-to-face interactions.
• Manual dexterity for typing, writing, standing and reaching, flexibility, body movement for bending, crouching, walking, kneeling and prolonged sitting.
• Lifting and moving objects and equipment up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Work is active, frequently outdoors and is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.
• This role is an on campus, in-person position.
• There are no harmful environmental conditions present for this job.
• The noise level in this work environment is usually moderate.

AA/EEO Statement:

As an AA/EEO employer, TCU recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.