Digital Media Assistant

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

University of New Mexico seeks a Digital Media Assistant to support multimedia production for outreach events and campus initiatives. You will plan, film, and edit content for social media and department sites, and help with archiving videos and photos.

The role requires experience with video equipment and Adobe Creative Suite, plus a willingness to work in a diverse environment supporting outreach and student populations.

Qualifications

• Film or journalism major or minor; previous experience operating semi-professional equipment; editing multimedia using Adobe Creative Suite; knowledge of graphic design principles.

Responsibilities

• Operate video, audio, and other multimedia equipment including livestreams for UNM outreach events.
• Plan, film, and edit digital content and upload to department platforms and websites.
• Attend events to interview and record testimonials and capture footage.
• Store and organize photos and videos.
• Assist with processing internal marketing requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Video shooting

Video editing

Social media content

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Film or journalism major or minor

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Requisition ID: req37643

Working Title: Digital Media Assistant

Pay: $15.00 - 16.00 Hourly

Campus: Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Latin American Iberian Institute (617A)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Student Type: Work-Study

Status: Non-Exempt

For Best Consideration Date: 8/31/2026

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate video, audio, and other multimedia equipment (including livestream) and reviewing, editing, and publishing content related to UNM's outreach efforts, events, and student and scholar populations.
• Plan, film, and edit digital content and upload onto appropriate platforms, including department social media and websites.
• Attend activities and events in order to interview and record testimonials and capture primary and b-roll footage.
• Store and organize photos and videos.
• Assist with processing inter-office incoming marketing requests.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Film or journalism major or minor; previous experience operating semi-professional equipment; previous experience editing multimedia utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and distribution through social media platforms; foundational knowledge of graphic design principles; interest in working in a diverse environment in support of our outreach community.
• Bilingual English/Spanish

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.