Executive - Media and Communications Office

XIAMEN UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA; Sepang; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) is seeking an Executive - Media and Communications Office to produce photography content for the university's website and social media, cover major events, and support promotional campaigns.

The role involves coordinating with the communications team, mentoring student reporters, and managing archives and equipment. A diploma or degree in related field and a strong photography portfolio are required; experience in event/portrait/campus photography is preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in a related field
• Demonstrated photography experience with a portfolio
• Experience in event, portrait, campus or lifestyle photography
• Good understanding of composition, lighting, exposure and visual storytelling
• Proficient in photo editing software and comfortable operating DSLR/mirrorless cameras and basic photography equipment
• Responsible, organized and able to work independently, communicate effectively and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce photography content for the University's website and social media platforms, including event coverage, campus stories, portraits, promotional campaigns and university communications
• Provide photography coverage for university events, including Convocation, ceremonies, talks and other institutional events
• Capture campus, landscape and lifestyle photography for the University's communications and promotional materials
• Work with the communications team to develop suitable visual approaches for different stories and campaigns
• Coordinate and mentor student reporters in photography and event coverage, including assigning tasks, providing shooting guidance and reviewing their work
• Manage and organize photographs, archives and photography equipment, and work outside regular office hours when required

Skills

Photography

Event photography

Portrait photography

Visual storytelling

Independence

Education

Diploma or degree in a related field

Tools

DSLR/mirrorless cameras

Photo editing software

Job description

Executive - Media and Communications Office

• Produce photography content for the University's website and social media platforms, including event coverage, campus stories, portraits, promotional campaigns and university communications
• Provide photography coverage for university events, including major events such as Convocation, ceremonies, talks and other institutional events
• Capture campus, landscape and lifestyle photography for the University's communications and promotional materials
• Work with the communications team to develop suitable visual approaches for different stories and campaigns
• Coordinate and mentor student reporters in photography and event coverage, including assigning tasks, providing shooting guidance and reviewing their work
• Manage and organize photographs, archives and photography equipment, and work outside regular office hours when required

Role and Key Responsibilities

• Produce photography content for the University's website and social media platforms, including event coverage, campus stories, portraits, promotional campaigns and university communications
• Provide photography coverage for university events, including major events such as Convocation, ceremonies, talks and other institutional events
• Capture campus, landscape and lifestyle photography for the University's communications and promotional materials
• Work with the communications team to develop suitable visual approaches for different stories and campaigns
• Coordinate and mentor student reporters in photography and event coverage, including assigning tasks, providing shooting guidance and reviewing their work
• Manage and organize photographs, archives and photography equipment, and work outside regular office hours when required

Requirements / Qualifications

• At least a Diploma or degree in a related field
• Demonstrated experience in photography, with a portfolio of previous work
• Experience in event, portrait, campus or lifestyle photography
• Good understanding of composition, lighting, exposure and visual storytelling
• Proficient in photo editing software and comfortable operating DSLR/mirrorless cameras and basic photography equipment
• Responsible, organized and able to work independently, communicate effectively and meet deadline.
• Applicants must submit a portfolio demonstrating their photography work.

Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM), the first Chinese university branch campus in Malaysia (Reg. No. DULN009(B)), is an extension of Xiamen University (XMU), established in 1921 by Tan Kah Kee. XMU is ranked 198th globally by US News & World Report (2024-2025). XMUM combines world-class teaching, research excellence, and cultural diversity, aiming to nurture ethical, talented individuals who contribute to the progress of Malaysia, China, and Southeast Asia. As a dynamic and inclusive institution, XMUM seeks committed, qualified individuals to join its team and support its mission of global educational excellence.

Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM), the first Chinese university branch campus in Malaysia (Reg. No. DULN009(B)), is an extension of Xiamen University (XMU), established in 1921 by Tan Kah Kee. XMU is ranked 198th globally by US News & World Report (2024-2025). XMUM combines world-class teaching, research excellence, and cultural diversity, aiming to nurture ethical, talented individuals who contribute to the progress of Malaysia, China, and Southeast Asia. As a dynamic and inclusive institution, XMUM seeks committed, qualified individuals to join its team and support its mission of global educational excellence.