Job Details

University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Broadcast and Emerging Media Specialist - 178

Position Number: 9717863
Location: Pembroke, United States
Position Type: Communications - Film and Video

Broadcast and Emerging Media Specialist - 178

Division: University, Communications and Marketing
Department: Creative Services
Working Title: Digial Media Specialist
Vacancy Type: Probationary Permanent Full Time

Min T/E Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience related to the area of assignment in a broadcast television, radio and emerging media environment; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

FTE: 1
Salary Range:
Hiring Range: $47,588
Position #: 178
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Months per Year: 12
Work Schedule:
Work Schedule Type:

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit:
Promote, market, and advertise UNCP to all constituents.

Primary Purpose of Position:
The Digital Media Specialist creates compelling videos and photos that showcase campus life, academic excellence, and student success. This role captures the vibrant spirit of the institution through high-quality photography and video. The content will be used for recruitment, alumni engagement, and university-wide marketing across all digital platforms.

This role shoots, edits, and outputs both short and long format video/multimedia productions, as well as capturing high-quality institutional photography for distribution to internal and external audiences. Working closely with the University Communications and Marketing (UCM) team, this individual will independently manage photography and video projects from concept to completion, maintain a comprehensive digital archive, and help lead the visual strategy for the university.

Job Description:
The Digital Media Specialist creates compelling videos and photos that showcase campus life, academic excellence, and student success. This role captures the vibrant spirit of the institution through high-quality photography and video. The content will be used for recruitment, alumni engagement, and university-wide marketing across all digital platforms.

This role shoots, edits, and outputs both short and long format video/multimedia productions, as well as capturing high-quality institutional photography for distribution to internal and external audiences. Working closely with the University Communications and Marketing (UCM) team, this individual will independently manage photography and video projects from concept to completion, maintain a comprehensive digital archive, and help lead the visual strategy for the university.

Key Responsibilities

Video Production & Editing: Shoot, edit, and output short and long format video/multimedia productions. Edit video to the required length, caption as needed, and insert supporting B-roll footage and sound to complete each project.
Lead University Photography: Act as the photographer for the university, capturing high-quality images of campus life, marketing campaigns, headshots, and institutional needs. Campus Collaboration: Schedule taping and photo sessions with campus constituents including faculty, staff, students, trustees, and alumni. Record interviews to be used as promotional pieces for the university.
Archiving & Asset Management: Film, shoot, and maintain an archive of raw video footage and still photography of campus interiors and exteriors from all seasons, as well as special events like convocation and commencement, for use primarily on the web or social media.
Strategic Teamwork: Collaborate with the UCM staff-particularly the webmaster, director of creative services, and director of admissions marketing-to determine division priorities and needs. Work closely with staff on strategic planning initiatives.
Equipment Management: Responsible for researching and recommending equipment purchases and upgrades to ensure the university can effectively create and distribute modern video, photo, and multimedia content.

Management Preference:

Camera Operation: Proven experience operating a variety of DSLRstill cameras and HD video cameras for high-end photography and videography.
Post-Production: Working knowledge of non-linear editing software, photo editing tools (such as Photoshop and Lightroom), and captioning workflows.
Lighting & Audio: Thorough understanding of studio and field lighting tools/equipment, and experience with a variety of audio capture equipment for ENG, documentary, and narrative style productions.
Project Management: Capability to plan and execute complex photo and video projects within assigned deadlines with little or no supervision.
Talent Direction: Demonstrated ability to direct on-camera talent and interviewees, including inexperienced campus constituents and VIPs.

Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation: None

Job Opening Date: 07/23/2026
Job Closing Date: 08/07/2026
Open Until Filled:
Posting Category: Technical/Research
Posting Number: SPA00748

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/13547