What are the responsibilities and job description for the Creative Media Specialist position at Hargrave Military Academy?
Tell the Story. Build the Brand. Inspire the Next Generation.
Hargrave Military Academy is seeking a highly creative, energetic, and motivated Creative Media Specialist to help tell our story.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives on creating compelling content, enjoys being around athletics and student life, and has a passion for producing professional-quality media that captures the excitement of our campus every day.
If you are equally comfortable behind a camera, editing videos, designing graphics, and managing social media, we want to hear from you.
Primary Responsibilities
- Produce high-quality promotional videos highlighting athletics, academics, cadet life, admissions, and special events.
- Capture professional photography of athletic competitions, campus events, ceremonies, classrooms, and student activities.
- Create engaging graphics for social media, recruiting, athletics, advancement, admissions, and marketing.
- Manage and grow Hargrave Military Academy's social media platforms with creative and consistent content.
- Develop reels, highlight videos, promotional campaigns, and short-form content optimized for Instagram, Facebook, X, TikTok, and YouTube.
- Work closely with Athletics, Admissions, Advancement, and Academic departments to tell Hargrave's story.
- Assist with live event coverage, interviews, and special productions.
- Maintain an organized digital media library.
- Help strengthen and maintain Hargrave's visual brand across all communications.
Qualifications
- Experience in videography and video editing.
- Strong photography skills.
- Graphic design experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, or similar software.
- Experience managing social media accounts for an organization, school, business, or athletic program.
- Excellent storytelling ability through digital media.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with multiple departments.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends during athletic events and special campus activities.
Preferred Skills
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Lightroom
- After Effects (preferred but not required)
- Canva Pro
- Drone photography/videography certification (or willingness to obtain)
- Experience with sports photography or athletic media
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Creative and innovative
- Passionate about visual storytelling
- Self-motivated and dependable
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excited to capture the traditions, excellence, and daily life of Hargrave Military Academy
Why Hargrave?
Hargrave Military Academy is more than a school; we are a leadership academy that builds young men into leaders of character prepared for lifelong success. With nationally recognized athletic programs, outstanding academics, and a rich military tradition, Hargrave provides countless opportunities to create meaningful content that makes an impact.
Every day offers a new story to tell, from championship athletics and leadership development to cadet traditions and life-changing educational experiences.
Compensation
The annual salary range for this position is $45,000–$55,000, with placement within the range based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. Hargrave Military Academy offers an excellent benefits package and the opportunity to be part of a mission-driven educational community.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following to patrick.henry@hargrave.edu and bill.bell@hargrave.edu:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Portfolio or Demo Reel
- Links to social media work (if applicable)
- Three professional references
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000