Photography & Videography Intern

Posting DetailsUniversity of Kentucky – Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Job Title: Photography and Videography Intern

Requisition Number: DU14503

Department Name: 1B210: Career and Academic Support

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Salary Range: $8.50 to $12.00 an hour

Type of Position: Student

Position Time Status: Part-Time

Required Education: Must be enrolled at the University of Kentucky.

Required Related Experience: n/a

Required License/Registration/Certification: n/a

Physical Requirements: Lifting, pushing and pulling objects up to 25 lbs.

Shift: The ideal candidate will be able to work from August 14, 2026 to May 05, 2027. The candidate will be able to work 10-15 hours a week with possible night and weekend events.

Job SummaryThe Stuckert Career Center is seeking a Photography and Videography Intern for the academic year of 2026-2027. The intern will have the opportunity to learn skills in marketing, digital design, communications, and customer and patron relationship management, while gaining an understanding of student career development at the University of Kentucky. The intern will work from August 14, 2026 to May 05, 2027 and will work 10-15 hours a week with possible night and weekend events. The internship is overseen and guided by the Assistant Director for Experiential Education and all activities are informed by principles and practices of exemplary customer service and hospitality.

The Photography and Videography Intern will serve as the main photographer or videographer.
Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications Intern to generate, manage, edit, and lay out content for marketing needs (e.g., newsletters, profile pieces, press releases, brochures, flyers, social media using Canva).
Develop photography and videography activities to enhance marketing needs.
Represent the Stuckert Career Center at career-related events, engaging with current students, potential students, alumni, and employers.
Organize and take inventory of materials.
Perform desk operations: first point of contact for students, staff, and guests; check-ins; answer phones; process emails; route questions; provide resources; run errands; filing and general office tasks; assist staff with projects.
Other duties may be assigned to support the Stuckert Career Center’s overall success.

Through this internship, the intern will develop job skills and learn new ones. The intern should be open to feedback and guidance. On-the-job training and hands-on experience will occur in a professional, supportive environment.

Required August all student staff training (Sunday before First Day of Class).
Required January all student staff training (Sunday before First Day of Class).
Bi-weekly all student staff meetings.
Weekly one-on-one supervisor meetings.
Technology and career-related trainings.
Career development assistance.
Special Project Assignment.

College credit may be obtained by reviewing the experience with your academic advisor. This position is open for Federal Work-Study eligible students.

A complete application includes a UK application, a resume, cover letter, and an example of your photography skills.

The photography example should be uploaded as Specific Request 1 in the applicant documents section.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will be able to work from August 14, 2026 to May 05, 2027 and will demonstrate the following skills, abilities, or knowledge:

Knowledge of marketing on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok platforms.
Experience with Acrobat, Mac OS X, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with iMovie, CapCut, Canva, and Adobe Photoshop/Illustrator/Acrobat.
Experience with Canon cameras.
Experience with social media scheduling platforms (e.g., Sprout Social).
Experience with photography and videography editing using Adobe Creative Cloud and Canva.
Sound judgment, tact, diplomacy, and flexibility with different personalities and working styles.
Attention to detail, strong multitasking and time management skills.
Strong organization and interpersonal skills.
Positive energy and willingness to pitch in and be a team player.
Ability to think quickly, be flexible, creative, forward-thinking, and adaptable.
Ability to think creatively to solve last-minute challenges.
Ability to work independently but integrate with a larger team.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience: n/a

Deadline to Apply: 04/24/2026

Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows federal and state constitutions and all applicable laws on nondiscrimination and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations, without discrimination on race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or socioeconomic status. The candidate may be required to pass pre-employment screenings (national background check and/or drug screen).

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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