Student Worker- Inkblot Videographer

The Inkblot Videographer is responsible for capturing editing and producing engaging video content that promotes ASUN the Center for Student Engagement (CSE) and affiliated programs. This role plays a key part in enhancing student engagement through event coverage creative storytelling and social media-friendly content tailored for YouTube TikTok Instagram and other Social Media outlets.

As part of the Marketing group for ASUN and the CSE youll document campus events highlight student experiences and support key campaigns with engaging visual assets. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated creative with a strong eye for storytelling solid photo/video skills and a passion for social media.

This is a great opportunity to grow your portfolio sharpen your multimedia skills and gain hands-on experience in a collaborative fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Meet given deadlines

• Attend Weekly Inkblot Staff Meetings

• Maintain close contact with Content Manager and Director

• Be able to attend events that are seeking Inkblot Video services

• Edit event videos in YouTube and TikTok/Reel format

• Have deliverables ready in 1-4 weeks after the event

• Utilize archival footage to promote upcoming events

• Propose and create ASUN/ CSE-related promotional Videos in which to update necessary information and engage as well as inform the student body

• Minimum: one per month

• Before production storyboard/conceptualizethe video and present it to the Director & Content Manager

• Keep a running list of potential video ideas to explore (bring these up at weekly meetings)

• Meet with clients to discuss potential videos

• Capture stock video of student life and campus

• Utilize downtime to brainstorm ways video could be better used to help promote ASUN

• Keep all internal links and files organized and up to date

• Backup edited and Raw files into office servers on a monthly basis

• Meet with clients to discuss potential videos (keep the Creative Producer informed)

• Upload and maintain video content on YouTube

• Set up goals for the YouTube page

• Keep track check out and manage Inkblot photo/video equipment

• Work with Graphic Designers to use logos from their design whenever possible for videos for marketing consistency

• Work with Photographer and Social Media Manager to cross-promote on ASUN and CSE Social Media Platforms

• Update the client and the rest of Inkblot on active project progress

• Have one on ones and complete evaluations as required

• Submit working hours regularly and appropriately for payroll

Required Qualifications

• Candidate is an undergraduate student at the University of Nevada Reno

• Candidate has beginner to advanced knowledge in using professional Video Editing software (Premiere Pro DaVinci Resolve After Effects etc.)

• Candidate has a strong understanding of Adobe CC

• Candidate has beginner to advanced knowledge in using a Mirrorless/ProfessionalCamera for videography

• Candidate has familiarity and interest in social media platforms and content formats

• Candidate is able to develop an understanding of Apple computers

• Candidate is able to understand and abide by Inkblot ASUN and University Standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidate has beginner to advanced knowledge in Photography

• Candidate has an Interest in PR Marketing or similar fields

• Candidate is majoring in Marketing Communications Journalism English or related fields

Consequences of Error/Responsibility for Decisions

Videographers have the ability to relay the most information in the shortest amount of time. Video is a very powerful medium of communication. A mistake in a video could disrupt in the communication of information. Videographers need to have standards and sound discretion to review content to make sure videos are presentable and not unfavorable to the audience.

Schedule

10 hours per week

Compensation

Student Employee Level 1

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty members first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving evidence of a valid drivers license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

The University of Nevada Reno is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age (40 or older) disability whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities) gender (including pregnancy related conditions) military status or military obligations sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information national origin race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles afros bantu knots curls braids locks and twists) color or religion (protected classes).

About Us

The University of Nevada Reno is a leading public research university committed to the promise of a future powered by knowledge. Founded in 1874 as Nevadas original land-grant university the University serves more than 23000 undergraduate and graduate students from all 50 states and 63 countries.

Classified by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education as an R1 (Very High Research) university it is also recognized in the Carnegie Community Engagement classification. The University is also ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the Best National Universities and Best National Public Universities. It also ranks in the top tier of the WSJ/Times Higher Education World University Rankings and the New York Times Top Colleges for Economic Diversity.

Since 2009 nearly $1 billion has been has invested in advanced labs facilities and residence halls on the main campus. The University is home to Nevadas first medical school the University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine and the Wayne L. Prim Campus at Lake Tahoe where education research and creative work thrive in a stunning mountain setting. The University delivers on its original land-grant mission with outreach across the state through the University of Nevada Reno Extension Nevada Agricultural Experiment Station Nevada Bureau of Mines and Geology Nevada Small Business Development Center the Nevada Seismological Laboratory and Wolf Pack Athletics.

The main campus is in Reno Nevada a burgeoning global technology hub with a vibrant midtown and downtown. Found where the high desert of the Great Basin meets the High Sierra and Lake Tahoe the beautiful 290-acre main campus is also a Nevada State Arboretum. The Universitys physical infrastructure is expanding with ongoing construction of the newly named John Tullock Business Building set to open in fall 2025. Groundbreaking is also planned for a new State Public Health Laboratory Building on campus alongside the recent acquisition of 16 parcels near campus known as University Village to provide affordable housing for graduate students and early career faculty.

Collaborating with world-renowned organizations the University fosters innovation through initiatives such as the Digital Wolf Pack partnership with Apple which ensures equitable access to technology for students providing new incoming freshman or transfer students with an iPad Air and accessories. Googles TechWise initiate is an 18-month program that fully supports undergraduate students in becoming entry-level software engineers by graduation.

In 2023 the U.S. Department of Commerces Economic Development Administration (EDA) announced that Nevada led by the University of Nevada Reno was named one of the inaugural 31 RegionalTechnology and InnovationHubs (TechHubs).Nevada was selected from a competitive pool of 489 applicants from across the United States and its Tech Hub will strengthen Americas lithium batteries critical elements and other electric vehicle materials industry sectors within the state.

Through its commitment to high-impact education world-improving research and creative activity and outreach thats transforming Nevadas communities and businesses the University continues its 150-year tradition of benefitting our state nation and world.

The University recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. The inclusive and engaged community on campus recognizes the added value that students faculty and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

Today the University delivers on its original land-grant mission of access to education and knowledge by investing in the academics facilities support engagement and vibrant campus life that promote our diverse students cognitive growth and academic achievement all while remaining one of the best values in American higher education.