Multimedia Producer

Duke University:

 

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

 

Be You.

 

At Duke, we celebrate individuality, creativity, and the unique perspectives that strengthen our community. As the Multimedia Producer for Trinity College of Arts & Sciences, you'll join a highly collaborative communications team dedicated to telling powerful stories that showcase the breadth, depth, and diversity of academic life at Duke.

In this role, you will help bring to life the people, discoveries, scholarship, and experiences that define one of the nation's leading liberal arts colleges. Through compelling photography, video, and visual storytelling, you'll help connect audiences to the transformative work happening across Trinity's more than 40 academic departments and programs.

If you're a creative storyteller who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and creating meaningful visual experiences, we encourage you to bring your talents to Duke.

 

Be Bold.

 

As a multimedia storyteller and lead photographer for Trinity College, you will create engaging visual content that supports strategic communications, student recruitment, research visibility, and community engagement.

 

What You'll Do

 

Lead Visual Storytelling Initiatives

• Develop and execute a comprehensive visual storytelling strategy that highlights research, teaching excellence, student experiences, and faculty achievements.
• Collaborate closely with communications, marketing, academic, and administrative partners to identify and capture compelling stories.
• Translate complex academic concepts and research into accessible, audience-focused visual narratives.

 

Create High-Impact Photography

• Lead all phases of photography production, including:
• Concept development
• Creative direction
• Location scouting
• Scheduling and logistics
• On-site lighting and photography sessions
• Image editing and retouching
• Asset delivery and distribution
• Produce exceptional photography for websites, social media, newsletters, publications, and recruitment materials.

 

Produce Multimedia Content

• Create short- and long-form video content supporting strategic storytelling initiatives.
• Capture and edit video footage for digital platforms and marketing campaigns.
• Design select visual assets and graphics to support integrated communications efforts.
• Ensure all content reflects Duke's brand standards and storytelling goals.

 

Manage Digital Assets & Equipment

• Help maintain Trinity's digital asset management system by organizing content, improving accessibility, and supporting asset retrieval.
• Contribute to visual asset cataloging and metadata management.
• Assist in managing photography and videography equipment inventories.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend tools that enhance production capabilities.

 

Drive Innovation

• Stay informed about emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in photography, videography, and multimedia communication.
• Build relationships with peers across Duke to share expertise, collaborate on projects, and advance creative excellence.

 

Additional Responsibilities

• Support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

 

What You'll Bring

 

Education

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Production, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Production, Visual Media, or a related discipline.

Experience