Video Production Intern

Mercer Cluster; Macon, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer is seeking a Video Production Intern for the Marketing Communications Office on the Macon campus. The role focuses on filming high-profile university events, producing content for Mercer's website and social media, and editing video under guidance from the Video Producer.

This internship offers hands-on training, portfolio-building opportunities, and support from an award-winning team. You will gain experience with camera operations, lighting, and Adobe Creative Cloud, shaping compelling

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of camera operations, audio, and lighting equipment.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud software (Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop).
• Ability to tell a story through filming and editing.
• Ability to work in a team environment or independently and meet deadlines.
• Highly motivated, self-starter with a willingness to learn.
• Preferred: prior related internship or commercial work.

Responsibilities

• Filming quality b-roll footage of high-profile University events (some nights and weekends required).
• Producing content for Mercer's website and social media platforms.
• Filming interviews for ThisWeek@Mercer e-newsletter and Bear on the Street video series.
• Assisting Video Producer with all aspects of video production for larger projects.
• Editing audio and video content as necessary.
• Compiling, organizing, and transferring all footage.
• Reporting to Video Producer and other creative staff to execute concepts through to completion.
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Skills

Camera operations

Audio

Lighting

Storytelling

Team collaboration

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Photoshop

Job description

## Video Production InternApplylocations: Macon Campusposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR104164# **Application Instructions:****Active Student Employees:** If you are a current Student Employee or have previously worked in a student position, you must apply from your existing **Workday** account. **Do not apply from the external careers website**. Log in to **Workday** and type **Find Jobs in the search**. Locate the position and click **Apply**.**External Applicants:** Please upload your **resume** on the **Apply** screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the **My Information** page. IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and fully complete all sections of the application. ***You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it*.****Job Family:**Student Regular Wage**Department:**Marketing Communications**Supervisor:**Gracie Snyder**Job Title:**Video Production Intern**Job Description:****Who We Are:**Mercer's Office of Marketing Communications has overall responsibility for institutional positioning and branding and for communication with Mercer's diverse constituencies. Marketing Communications coordinates media relations, photography, graphic design, digital communications, video production, arts marketing, creates and disseminates content for Mercer's website and social media platforms, and also publishes The Mercerian, the University's award-winning bi-annual magazine for alumni and friends.**Job Description:**Mercer's Office of Marketing Communications is seeking a Video Production Intern who is creative and has a passion for impactful storytelling. You are required to have ample filming and editing experience, and knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud software. You will be responsible for filming b-roll of high-profile University events such as Opening Days/Bear Beginnings weekend, Homecoming, select football games, Founders' Day, Commencement, and more. You will also be responsible for creating content for Mercer's website and social media platforms. This internship is a great opportunity for you to build a significant portfolio showcasing your videography and production skills while working with an award-winning marketing team. Our office values creativity, and we want to see you explore new ideas and projects of your own. You will become a trusted member of the department with considerable responsibilities and lots of support and training.**Qualifications:*** Extensive knowledge of camera operations, audio, and lighting equipment* Knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud software (primarily Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop)* Ability to tell a story through filming and editing* Ability to work and communicate in both a team environment and independently to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines* Highly motivated, self-starter with a willingness to learn* ***Preferred, but not required:*** Previous related experience through internships or commercial work beyond class projects**Responsibilities:*** Filming quality b-roll footage of high-profile University events (some nights and weekends required)* Producing content for Mercer's website and social media platforms* Filming interviews for ThisWeek@Mercer e-newsletter and Bear on the Street video series* Assisting Video Producer with all aspects of video production for larger projects* Editing audio and video content as necessary* Compiling, organizing, and transferring all footage* Reporting to Video Producer and other creative staff to execute concepts through to completion* Performing other duties as assigned**Benefits:*** The intern will be compensated $15.00/hour, up to 15 hours per week**Details:*** Internship Dates: August 2026 - June 2027**Scheduled Hours:**15**Start Date:**08/18/2026**End Date:**06/30/2027