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Description
Waukesha County Technical College is seeking a talented and versatile Videographer/Photographer to join our College Marketing team. This dual-role position is responsible for capturing high-quality photos and videos that showcase the vibrant campus life, academic achievements, and community events. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a creative mindset, and the technical skills to produce compelling visual content for various platforms, including the college website, social media, print materials and publications.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this description.
Photography: Capture high-quality images of campus events, student life, faculty, and facilities for use in digital and print media. Ensure all photos align with the College's brand and visual identity.
Videography: Produce engaging video content, including promotional videos, interviews, event coverage, and spotlight features. Collaborate with Marking Production Technician to coordinate planning and production setup; handle all aspects of video execution, including shooting, editing and final delivery.
Content Management: Organize and maintain a digital library of photos and videos. Ensure all content is properly archived and easily accessible for future use. Manage College’s Digital Asset Management (DAM) software to organize, categorize, tag and share photography assets to stakeholders.
Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing team to understand project requirements and deliver visual content that meets strategic goals. Collaborate with other departments to capture specific content as needed, including headshots, program feature content, event highlights, etc.
Editing and Post-Production: Edit photos and videos using industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects). Enhance visual content to ensure high quality and consistency.
Equipment Management: Maintain and manage photography and videography equipment. Ensure all gear is in good working condition and ready for use.
Creative Input: Contribute creative ideas for visual storytelling and content creation in collaboration with Social & Digital Media Specialist. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to bring fresh perspectives to projects.
Event Coverage: Provide on-site photo and video coverage for college events, including commencement/completion ceremonies, lectures, speaking events, and other activities. Ensure timely delivery of content for promotional use.
Compliance: Ensure all visual content complies with copyright laws, privacy regulations, and college policies. Maintain current professional and technical knowledge in the field through professional education and activities and exhibit strong interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization effectively and flexibly.
KSA
All applicants (both internal and external) must attach the following to the online application:
Part-time, flexible schedule up to 29 hours per week, including occasional evenings and Saturdays.InterviewsSelected candidates will be invited to an on-campus interview, Thursday, January 15, 2026.
This position has a start date on or before, February 1, 2026.
Internal team members are encouraged to grow their careers at WCTC! To be eligible to apply for a new role, employees must be in their current position for at least six (6) months.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Waukesha County Technical College is seeking a talented and versatile Videographer/Photographer to join our College Marketing team. This dual-role position is responsible for capturing high-quality photos and videos that showcase the vibrant campus life, academic achievements, and community events. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, a creative mindset, and the technical skills to produce compelling visual content for various platforms, including the college website, social media, print materials and publications.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
This position description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated on this description.
Photography: Capture high-quality images of campus events, student life, faculty, and facilities for use in digital and print media. Ensure all photos align with the College's brand and visual identity.
Videography: Produce engaging video content, including promotional videos, interviews, event coverage, and spotlight features. Collaborate with Marking Production Technician to coordinate planning and production setup; handle all aspects of video execution, including shooting, editing and final delivery.
Content Management: Organize and maintain a digital library of photos and videos. Ensure all content is properly archived and easily accessible for future use. Manage College’s Digital Asset Management (DAM) software to organize, categorize, tag and share photography assets to stakeholders.
Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing team to understand project requirements and deliver visual content that meets strategic goals. Collaborate with other departments to capture specific content as needed, including headshots, program feature content, event highlights, etc.
Editing and Post-Production: Edit photos and videos using industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects). Enhance visual content to ensure high quality and consistency.
Equipment Management: Maintain and manage photography and videography equipment. Ensure all gear is in good working condition and ready for use.
Creative Input: Contribute creative ideas for visual storytelling and content creation in collaboration with Social & Digital Media Specialist. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to bring fresh perspectives to projects.
Event Coverage: Provide on-site photo and video coverage for college events, including commencement/completion ceremonies, lectures, speaking events, and other activities. Ensure timely delivery of content for promotional use.
Compliance: Ensure all visual content complies with copyright laws, privacy regulations, and college policies. Maintain current professional and technical knowledge in the field through professional education and activities and exhibit strong interpersonal skills with ability to collaborate at all levels of the organization effectively and flexibly.
KSA
- Proven experience in both photography and videography, preferably in an educational or institutional setting. A strong portfolio showcasing a range of work is required.
- Proficiency in using professional photography and videography equipment. Advanced skills in editing software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Lightroom, Premiere Pro, After Effects).
- Strong creative vision and the ability to translate concepts into compelling visual content. Ability to think creatively and bring new ideas to the table.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with team members and interact professionally with students, faculty, and staff.
- Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Keen attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Drone experience/licensure a plus (training also available).
- Proven photography, video, marketing, communications, social/digital media classes required, associate’s degree preferred
- 2-4 years of experience and comprehensive knowledge in videography
- 2-4 years of experience and comprehensive knowledge in photography
All applicants (both internal and external) must attach the following to the online application:
- Resume(required)
- Cover letter(required)
- Link to an online portfolio (preferred) OR 5–10 photo or video samples (required if no portfolio link is provided)
Part-time, flexible schedule up to 29 hours per week, including occasional evenings and Saturdays.InterviewsSelected candidates will be invited to an on-campus interview, Thursday, January 15, 2026.
This position has a start date on or before, February 1, 2026.
Internal team members are encouraged to grow their careers at WCTC! To be eligible to apply for a new role, employees must be in their current position for at least six (6) months.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.