Video Production Specialist

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusive perks

Discounts for local services

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks a Video Production Specialist to tell engaging stories about the University through video. You will research, plan, shoot, edit, and publish content that aligns with institutional priorities and enhances the Carolina brand.

You will collaborate with teams to produce short-form videos, motion graphics, and other assets for social media, web, and events, meeting tight deadlines with editorial judgment and brand consistency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience in video editing and storytelling across platforms.
• Portfolio of video projects demonstrating videography skills.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling video content to advance institutional priorities and strengthen the Carolina brand.
• Plan, shoot, edit and publish platform-specific videos and short-form assets for social media and web.
• Meet editorial deadlines and provide video support for executive communications channels.

Skills

Videography

Premiere Pro

MacOS

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

Department:

University Comms and Marketing - 258000

Career Area :

Public Relations/Communications/Marketing

Posting Open Date:

09/04/2026

Application Deadline:

09/16/2026

Position Type:

Temporary Staff (SHRA)

Position Title :

Video Production Specialist

Position Number:

20078512, 20078514, 20078515

Vacancy ID:

S028042

Full-time/Part-time:

Full-Time Temporary

Hours per week:

40

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Position Location:

North Carolina, US

Hiring Range:

$25.00 per hour

Proposed Start Date:

09/28/2026

Estimated Duration of Appointment:

1 to 6 months

Be a Tar Heel!:

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks that include numerous retail and restaurant discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates for performing arts events.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

University Communications and Marketing protects and advances Carolina’s reputation as the nation’s first and best public research university. In partnership with leaders and colleagues across campus, the team is responsible for developing and implementing an integrated strategy to share the impact of our university’s teaching, research and service that improves our state, nation and world. Areas within University Communications and Marketing include Web Planning and Production, Internal Communications, Development Marketing, Executive Communications, Strategic Communications, Marketing, Social Media, Creative Services, and the UNC Visitors Center.

Position Summary:

The Video Production Specialist reports to the Multimedia Team Lead and serves as a key visual storyteller for the University. This role will create compelling video content that advances institutional priorities, expands reach and strengthens the Carolina brand. This position researches, plans, captures, edits and publishes platform-specific video content that tells authentic, engaging stories about the University’s people, research, teaching and impact.

Working collaboratively with colleagues in University Communications and Marketing, this position develops high-impact, quick-turn video content, producing short-form videos, motion graphics and other digital assets optimized for social media, web and emerging digital platforms. This position will be expected to meet strict editorial deadlines, including producing b-roll and video interviews for media outlets as well as producing timely content for event coverage. In addition, this position will provide video support for executive communications’ social media channels that amplify the Chancellor, senior leaders and other institutional priorities. The Video Production Specialist will be expected to have sound editorial judgement, identify emerging storytelling opportunities and adapt content quickly to real-time events and conversations while maintaining the University’s brand standards and reputation.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Management Preferences:

Computer skills on a Mac platform and be familiar with Adobe Premiere
Demonstrated skill in videography production through a portfolio of video projects

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions :

In addition to your resume and cover letter, please provide links to or examples of videos, graphics, gifs or other multimedia created.