Visual Arts Specialist (Photographer) Job at North Carolina Agricultural and Tec

Posting DetailsClassification Information Position/Classification Title Visual Arts Specialist Classification Type SHRA Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies: N - Not Mandatory Minimum Experience/Education High school diploma or equivalency and two years of visual/graphic arts experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education Bachelor's degree in fine arts, photojournalism or a related concentration, or commensurate experience of 10 or more combined years of professional photography experience.A photographic portfolio that demonstrates solid conceptual skills and knowledge of photography and composition is essential to be considered for this position.Strong organizational skills to support ability to independently manage and coordinate all facets of job duties.Proficiency in the use of general office equipment, Mac OS computers, administrative computing system(s), MS Office and other relevant software applications.Strong proficiency with image and editing software including Photoshop and other industry standard software.Demonstrated experience with and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, new media, and social media applications.Creative thinking, versatility, ability to adapt in dynamic environment and take initiative, and strong customer interaction skills.Action-oriented, excellent organizational abilities, extremely detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and work under pressure.Must be a team player with strong interpersonal skills, a positive, collegial attitude, a high level of professionalism, and the ability to work collaboratively in a close team structure.Required License or CertificationPosition Overview Primary Purpose of Position This position has a range of visual/graphic arts functions used in promotional, instructional and educational materials. We work to develop relationships with constituents both internal and external to the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES) and N.C. A&T State University through timely and accurate communications.Primarily, we support the mission and strategic direction and priorities of the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (CAES) and the University, collaborate with the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences and University leaders to determine the broad messages to be conveyed to internal and external audiences in person, through digital, online, mobile and social media, in the mass media, and through our publications; convey the messages that agriculture is a dynamic, rapidly changing industry and that it embodies all the occupations connected with the research, production, processing, marketing and distribution of farm related products, builds CAES pride through proactive branding, communications and public relations initiatives; provide communications services to our Cooperative Extension network and our research colleagues; and communications, video and photographic, graphic design and creative services, and print production and distribution support and services to connect current and prospective students, the community, families, industry and individuals to the CAES and the University; support the advocacy for College needs and priorities-to local, state, and federal funding agencies.Work Hours Monday-Friday Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. Provides support as necessary to the web team uploading images to the content management system. Maintains a library of quality photographic images. Repair, upgrade, or send in for repairs as needed.Instructs others on using hardware and/or software:•Coaches faculty and staff on the use of digital camera equipment, lighting techniques, editing techniques and the use of software applications for basic editing of images within their own department.