Photographer​/Videographer - Competition

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) is more than just a place to learn; it's a university powered by the people who live and work here—students, staff, and faculty alike. As one of BC’s Top Employers, we strive to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

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• Competition : 4221
• Internal Closing Date: Open Until Filled
• External Closing Date: Open Until Filled
• # of Openings: 2
• Salary Information: Casual Employee - Hourly Rate
• Employment Type: On-Call
• Workplace Type: Hybrid
• Travel Frequency: Regular travel between campuses is required.
• Employee Group: Casual Employee

On a freelance basis, the successful candidate will shoot and execute photo and video services for the Faculty of Arts at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. The successful candidate will report to the Communication and Events Coordinator and work closely with leadership, other members of the communications team, in addition to colleagues from across the Faculty of Arts to create engaging multimedia content that informs and engages audiences.

• Create engaging internal and external visuals and video content using the university's established brand guidelines and visual elements
• Work with team members on photo/video shoot pre-planning, storyboarding, and creative ideation – establishing a clear understanding of the storyline and purpose of the video's creation, and its desired look and feel
• Serve as a camera operator on photo/video shoots and events as required
• Operate computer editing software and equipment used for video media and effects
• Edit video to include pres elected music, interviews, sound clips and other important aspects of the project
• Ensure the correct formatting and presentation for finalized videos according to specifications

• Minimum two (2) years of direct photo and video experience.
• A creative, collaborative team-player with a passion for visual storytelling.
• You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and receptive to feedback.
• You have experience with editing software (After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.).
• You understand how to optimize video content for all social platforms.
• Access to your own equipment (University to provide laptop and editing software).
• Duties will require the ability to travel to all 5 KPU campuses (Surrey, Langley, Cloverdale, and Richmond) and other locations in the Lower Mainland.

Portfolio Submission: Please provide a link to a portfolio or include samples of your recent work (video and photography).

Anticipated Hourly pay rate: $28

As part of our total rewards offerings, KPU also offers extended health and dental benefits, healthcare spending account, generous vacation package, defined pension plan, parenthood top-up, sick leave, long-term disability, life insurance, professional development days, tuition waiver, in-house training & development, inter-campus transportation, and more!

Note: Eligibility requirements apply, benefits may vary depending on the employee group the position belongs to and whether the position offered is temporary or part-time.

Visit the KPU HR site for more information on workplace, culture and total rewards:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only candidates who are legally eligible to work in Canada will be considered; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.