College Photographer

Engineering Communications operates within the NC State University College of Engineering as a three-fold unit governing publications, media relations, digital marketing, and internal and constituent communications for one of the largest engineering colleges in the nation. The unit provides services of publications planning, design, technical graphics, writing, and editing; website design, and preparation; social media content creation and curation along with consulting with the College's departments and research centers; photography, speech writing, presentation development, media relations, and marketing strategy development, including branding. This unit provides all communication support for the NC State Engineering Foundation.

The College Photographer role is to perform artistic, creative and event-based photographic work reflecting the full range of activities in the College of Engineering at NC State.

The position is expected to provide photographic services to the Engineering community, including academic departments, research centers, the office of the dean and Engineering Advancement. The role is to work with other communication offices as appropriate to meet their needs for photographic support for events, news stories, informational material and outreach engagements.

Assist internal stakeholders with photographic needs for use in web, social media, magazines, brochures, newsletters and other publications to include identifying and defining needs, recommending photographic techniques and approaches to help communicate intended message and create desired effect, planning photo sessions, and advising on other professional and artistic subjects related to uses and applications of photography; counsel on photographic capabilities; inform of new capabilities and advise as to possible applications.

The role is expected to maintain an extensive and current library of quality photographic images representing all aspects of life and research in the College of Engineering, and disseminate images as needed.

Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities. The position will also be assisting in video production for collaboration opportunities.

Please submit a cover letter, resume, contact information for 3 professional references, portfolio of work (other document 1, and optional writing sample(s).

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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