Sr Manager, Media Production

Position Information

Requisition Number: S5100P
Home Org Name:
University Mkt & Strategic Comm O&M Division Name:
Communications and Marketing

Position Title:

Sr Manager, Media Production
Job Class Code: OC11
Appointment Status:
Full-time, Part-time, FTE, Limited Term No Limited Term Length

This position will be located on the campus at Auburn University.
Auburn University’s Office of Communication and Marketing is seeking qualified candidates for the position Senior Manager of Media Production. This position is responsible for providing operational oversight for Auburn University’s multimedia communications, including video production, photography, and digital asset management in the Office of Communications and Marketing. This role supervises photographers and videographers to ensure multimedia content aligns with the university’s mission, enhances brand visibility, and engages various audiences across platforms.

• Provides oversight to photographers and videographers to ensure the production of high‑quality multimedia content for university platforms, including web, social media, and digital signage.
• Establishes editorial, technical, and workflow standards for multimedia projects across the university.
• Ensures all visual content aligns with university messaging, brand standards, and accessibility requirements.
• Leads the planning, production, editing, and delivery of multimedia projects for both internal and external audiences.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive multimedia strategy that supports communications and marketing priorities.
• Evaluates emerging technologies and recommends innovative approaches to enhance visual storytelling.
• Provides consultation, training, and best‑practice guidance to campus partners on effective multimedia use.
• Oversees multimedia equipment, software, and digital asset management systems.
• Participates in campus committees and working groups to ensure multimedia services align with broader communications and marketing initiatives.
• Manages contracts, budgets, and vendor relationships related to multimedia production and services.

• Life‑Changing Impact:
  Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence:
  We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We’re Here for You:
  Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama:
  The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top‑ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone:
  Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Bachelor’s Degree, no specific discipline, AND 6 years of experience in video production, photography, and/or digital content for various audiences.

• Strong knowledge of multimedia production, including video, audio, and photography.
• Ability to supervise, develop, and challenge creative groups of videographers and photographers.
• Proven ability to exercise emotional intelligence, discretion, and sound judgment in managing sensitive matters and relationships.
• Familiarity with digital asset management systems and multimedia workflows.
• Ability to comply with copyright laws and licensing requirements.
• Ability to communicate and work with diverse stakeholder groups from the colleges, units, and senior administration.
• Knowledge of and commitment to maintaining and following digital accessibility standards.

Experience leading high‑performing creative teams within a large, complex organizational setting preferred.

• Salary Range: $70,880 - $127,590
• Working Hours:
  
  if Non‑Traditional City position is located in:
  Auburn State position is located:
  Alabama
• Posting Date: 02/18/2026
• Closing Date: 02/27/2026

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