Video Production Assistant

Overview

University Marketing & Communications is looking for a creative and dependable individual to assist with the creation and delivery marketing videos and photo content. We are looking for a videographer with proven experience, is attentive to detail and has a creative eye. This position will report to our Director of Photo & Video and work on a team of talented creatives. We are open to applicants that might not be here for the summer, but will be back in the fall.

We create everything from 30-second national commercials, social ads, and a variety of other video content that represents Utah State University and the Statewide Campuses. This position will likely have a few scheduled days each week in the office and then flex in time as needed depending edits and shoots.

 

To be considered, applicants MUST provide:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• URLs to their video and photo work portfolios

Responsibilities

• Maintain and organize assets – keywording/renaming files on our server
• Knowledge of Final Cut Pro X or DaVinci Resolve
• Follow guidance and work with marketing managers to complete video edits
• Operate Mirrorless cameras, lighting and audio during productions
• Detail oriented – excellent written and verbal communication
• Communicate and update status of tasks in Clickup (project management platform)

Qualifications

• 2+ years of video editing experience, FCPX preferred
• Understanding of foundational skills related to shooting video and photo
• Proficiency in export settings – resolution, codecs, bitrate
• Ability to complete tasks and work without direct supervision
• Daytime availability is a must with occasional evening and weekend requirements.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV” 
• URLs to video and photo work portfolios to be typed/pasted during the application when prompted.
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application 

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Advertised Salary

$13 -$18/hr

ADA

This position requires moderate physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including moderate lifting (up to 50 pounds), walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and squatting. This position requires nearly continuous standing, repetitive hand motions, and reaching overhead. Employees may be exposed to unusual elements including extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

College/Department Highlights

University Marketing & Communications values and supports the university's colleges, divisions, and administrative offices. We are committed to working closely with all university entities in their marketing and communication needs.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

 

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

 

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies’ long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women’s volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women’s soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

 

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We