Assistant Video Producer and Graphic Designer

The Communications and Marketing Office at Johnson University invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Video Producer and Graphic Designer. Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter, resume, examples of recent work (video and design), and the names and contact information of three professional references via email to the Director of Marketing and Communications, Canena Adams. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Position is a hybrid role with optional remote days on Monday and Friday. Required in-office days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. May be required to be in-office if needed to film on-campus events.

Position Title: Assistant Video Producer and Graphic Designer
Work Location: Johnson University, Knoxville, TN
Classification: Hourly, full-time (40 hours/week) with benefits
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary

The Assistant Video Producer and Graphic Designer works closely with the Johnson University Communications and Marketing team as well as the JU faculty, staff, and administration to develop creative, innovative, and high-quality video storytelling for distribution across multiple platforms. In addition, the Assistant Video Producer and Graphic Designer will also help design creative, innovative, and high-quality communications and marketing materials.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Works with the Creative Director and Video Content Producer to develop creative and engaging promotional videos to promote the Johnson University brand through social media and the website for recruitment, fundraising, alumni engagement, and design concepts for collateral pieces including the brochures, displays, banners, logos, viewbooks, postcards, ads, programs, and digital graphics.
  • Meets with faculty and staff to outline goals for video projects and graphic design projects; coordinates the conceptualization, planning, capturing, and editing of videos and designs with help of the Creative Director.
  • Collaborates with the Communications team on cross-discipline projects.
  • Create and design camera-ready art or electronic files, managing the quality of design throughout all project phases.
  • Maintains videography equipment and provides guidance for new equipment purchases.
  • Supports maintenance and updating of the Johnson University YouTube account.
  • Help coordinate and train a team of work study students with the help of the Creative Director and Video Content Producer.
  • Suggests ideas for new video and design projects to meet University goals.
  • Assists in the management and organization of digital asset archives.
  • Ensure consistency with Johnson’s branding and identity standards.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

  • A Christian faith and support for Johnson University’s mission and values.
  • At least one year of experience in video storytelling, including video planning, camera operation, location and set management, audio, and lighting. Proven experience in interpreting project goals and translating them into media.
  • At least one year of design experience
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Demonstrated skills in the Adobe suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro. Proficiency in CG applications like After Effects preferred. Experience with Sony camera products.
  • Experience creating motion graphics and digital typography preferred.
  • Demonstrated project management skills, including ability to stay organized while managing multiple projects, competing priorities, and tight deadlines
  • Habits of self-starting and taking initiative
  • Good communication and personal relationship skills, including problem-solving and decision-making ability
  • Some evening and weekend work hours required as needed.

Working Conditions

  • Work inside at computer; sit or stand for long periods of time
  • Working under time constraints to meet deadlines
  • Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted

Equal Employment Opportunity Provider

Johnson University is a Christian university affiliated with Christian churches and churches of Christ. Its mission is “to educate students for Christian ministries and other strategic vocations framed by the Great Commission in order to extend the kingdom of God among all nations.” Accordingly, Johnson University seeks to hire and educate individuals who share its vision and core values to carry out that mission. Johnson University does not unlawfully discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.

Johnson University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information, political affiliation, or disability–if such disability may be accommodated without undue hardship—in provision of educational opportunities, programs and activities, or employment opportunities and benefits, pursuant to the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and subsequent amendments to that act, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and subsequent re-authorization of that act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and subsequent amendments to that act.

The University, however, reserves the right under those provisions to make certain employment decisions on the basis of religion, marital status, or sex consistent with the University’s religious beliefs when establishing qualifications for certain positions. Further, as a Christian ministry, the University retains the right to select those who serve in ministerial positions, as that term has been defined by the courts in the context of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, based on criteria established by the University without regard to Title VII, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law governing the employment relationship.