Temporary Videographer / Editor Job at Wesleyan University in Middletown

Overview

The Temporary Videographer / Editor is responsible for all aspects of video production from ideation, pre-production and planning (script and storyboard) to scheduling and shooting, to post-production and editing, to final delivery of videos. The Temporary Videographer / Editor will create videos independently or as part of the larger multimedia team. Reporting to the Vice President for Communications, the Temporary Videographer / Editor is part of a team of photographers and video producers who work collaboratively within the Office of Communications to support the vision and goals of the university.

Responsibilities

• Create high-quality videos, from ideation to final delivery, that enhance Wesleyan’s reputation as a model for liberal learning.
• Work collaboratively within the Office of Communications to generate new ideas and produce creative concepts that support the University’s brand.
• Capture video footage and record audio on location and on site.
• Edit and perform post-production tasks such as audio and color correction, creating title sequences, lower thirds and onscreen graphics and motion graphics for videos.
• Catalog and maintain library of raw video content and project assets to internal backup storage server and archive.
• Participate in group critiques and team meetings regarding complete and upcoming productions.
• Liaison with the Social Media Manager on creating social content.
• Maintain, carry, set up, and breakdown of production equipment for video shoots on and off-campus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

This is an on-campus position that works up to 37.5hrs per week through mid-December 2025.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Applicant Instructions

Position is opened until filled. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Applicants must submit a cover letter and resume.

Pay Range : $26.87 - $31.44 / hr.

Work Location : On Campus

All offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University.

Wesleyan University, located in Middletown, Connecticut, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, political belief, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or non-position-related criminal record. We welcome applications from women and historically underrepresented minority groups. Inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504 or any other non-discrimination policies should be directed to Vice President for Equity and Inclusion, Title IX and ADA / 504 Coordinator.

Wesleyan University complies with the Clery Act and maintains records of campus crime statistics and security policies. Copies of Wesleyan University’s Clery Act Report are available on request and online at https : / / www.wesleyan.edu / publicsafety / clery.html.

Experience is taken into consideration in the determination of salary offers. For more information visit https : / / www.wesleyan.edu / hr / handbook / compensation-practices / index.html

Wesleyan offers a broad range of employee benefits and development opportunities, including comprehensive group insurance plans, wellness programs and incentives, generous paid time off and retirement plans, flexible work schedules, employee and dependent tuition programs for those who qualify.

Detailed information on the benefits of working at Wesleyan is located at : https : / / wesleyan.edu / hr / careers / prospective-resources.html.

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