Multimedia Producer

What You'll Do Lead Visual Storytelling Initiatives

• Develop and execute a comprehensive visual storytelling strategy that highlights research, teaching excellence, student experiences, and faculty achievements.
• Collaborate closely with communications, marketing, academic, and administrative partners to identify and capture compelling stories.
• Translate complex academic concepts and research into accessible, audience-focused visual narratives.

• Lead all phases of photography production, including:
• Concept development
• Creative direction
• Location scouting
• Scheduling and logistics
• On-site lighting and photography sessions
• Image editing and retouching
• Asset delivery and distribution
• Produce exceptional photography for websites, social media, newsletters, publications, and recruitment materials.

• Create short- and long-form video content supporting strategic storytelling initiatives.
• Capture and edit video footage for digital platforms and marketing campaigns.
• Design select visual assets and graphics to support integrated communications efforts.
• Ensure all content reflects Duke's brand standards and storytelling goals.

• Help maintain Trinity's digital asset management system by organizing content, improving accessibility, and supporting asset retrieval.
• Contribute to visual asset cataloging and metadata management.
• Assist in managing photography and videography equipment inventories.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend tools that enhance production capabilities.

• Stay informed about emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in photography, videography, and multimedia communication.
• Build relationships with peers across Duke to share expertise, collaborate on projects, and advance creative excellence.

• Support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Production, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Production, Visual Media, or a related discipline.
• Higher Education experience preferred.

• Minimum of two years of professional media production, photography, or multimedia content creation experience.

• Four or more years of professional photography and multimedia production experience.
• Demonstrated experience producing high-quality visual content across multiple platforms.

• Strong visual storytelling capabilities and creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to transform complex academic, research, and institutional topics into engaging visual narratives.
• Advanced photography expertise, including:
• Lighting techniques
• Camera operation
• Composition
• Exposure control
• Color management
• Subject direction
• Experience working effectively in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Strong video production skills, including camera operation, audio capture, lighting, editing, and post-production workflows.
• Working knowledge of graphic design principles for digital communications.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.

• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Lightroom / Lightroom Classic
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Adobe Creative Cloud applications

• After Effects
• Illustrator
• In Design
• Audition
• Final Cut Pro
• Motion
• Logic
• Audacity
• Canva
• Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems

At Duke University, your work has purpose. You'll be part of a world-renowned institution where creativity, innovation, and collaboration drive meaningful impact. Through your visual storytelling, you'll help share the stories of groundbreaking research, exceptional teaching, and transformative student experiences that shape communities locally and globally.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

• Collaborative and mission-driven culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Access to innovative technologies and creative resources
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• The opportunity to make an impact at one of the world's leading universities

Bring your creativity. Share powerful stories. Showcase extraordinary achievements.

Join Duke University and help capture the moments, discoveries, and experiences that inspire the future.

Anticipated Pay Range:
Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $49,939.00 to USD $79,487.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and…