Videographer I (ETE)

University of Arizona; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance and disability programs

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Tuition reduction for employee and 
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Retirement plans

Recreation and cultural activities

Job summary

University of Arizona seeks an experienced Videographer in Tucson to steer lighting, angles, and audio choices while filming and editing for interdisciplinary projects. The role demands collaboration with multiple teams to ensure cohesive visuals and sound.

Responsibilities include field and post‑production duties using Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, plus mentoring staff. The position is an Extended Temporary Employment with full‑time hours and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience required.
• One year of relevant work experience required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to policy.
• Proficiency with broadcast quality field cameras and post‑production tools.

Responsibilities

• Operates cameras for advertising, news, and storytelling with lighting and audio decisions.
• Monitors video/audio quality and lighting equipment in field and studio.
• Edits and assembles final material using Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve.
• Collaborates with Production Manager and Producers to plan equipment needs.
• Provides training to team members and coordinates with vendors when needed.

Skills

Broadcast camera operation

Communication skills

Post-production coordination

Lighting judgment

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Radio/TV, Film, Fine Arts, or related field

Professional experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

DaVinci Resolve

Job description

Position Highlights

Arizona Public Media seeks a talented and highly experienced Videographer to join its award-winning production team. The successful candidate will be an experienced Videographer who has the ability make technical and creative decisions regarding such elements as appropriate lighting, shooting angle, placement and type of microphone audio needs, locations, use of movement, and interviews. They will foster effective communication between teams to advance AZPM’s strategic vision and mission and work collaboratively with members of other departments to ensure the highest levels of production are met. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have the ability to edit and assemble final visual/audio program material, thus ensuring consistency and relevancy to the production.

This is an Extended Temporary Employment (ETE) position.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Outstanding U of A benefits include

• health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• life insurance and disability programs
• paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members
• retirement plans
• access to U of A recreation and cultural activities
• and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operates still and/or video cameras for advertising, news, publicity, and story-telling use. Makes technical decisions regarding such elements as appropriate lighting, shooting angel, placement and type of microphone, etc.
• Monitors technical quality of video and audio recording and lighting apparatus both prior to operation in the field and during.
• Edits and assembles final visual/audio program material using video editing systems (primarily Adobe Premier Pro and DaVinci Resolve).
• Works with Production Manager, Producer, and Media Specialist to determine best personnel and equipment needs for desired program’s aesthetic and pacing needs.
• Helps maintain and coordinate video production equipment storage.
• Participate in training sessions with other team-members and student workers.
• May coordinate with outside vendors, as needed.
• Provide training opportunities to other team-members and student workers. Work in an instructive or teaching capacity as opportunities allow.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficiency with broadcast quality field cameras.
• Knowledge of broadcast rules, regulations, guidelines.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in current non-linear audio and video systems (Adobe Premier Pro and DaVinci Resolve, etc).
• Ability to effectively communicate.
• Skill in coordination and scheduling of post-production staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• One year of relevant work experience required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to drive according to the University Fleet Safety Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Radio/TV, Film, Fine Arts, or related field.
• 3 years of directly related experience.
• Experience editing sound, video, and color.
• Experience in color grading, HDR production, and Next-Gen television.
• Experience with live video productions.
• Sound production techniques including live sound and field acquisition techniques, including background in post-production audio.

FLSANon-Exempt

Full Time/Part TimeFull Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week40

Job FTE1.0

Work CalendarFiscal

Job CategoryCommunication and Marketing

Benefits EligibleYes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay$20.33 - $25.41

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range represent a full range of career compensation growth over time. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Career Stream and LevelPC1

Job FamilyMultimedia

Job FunctionCommunications & Marketing

Type of criminal background check required:Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date7/30/2027

Contact Information for CandidatesShawn Teague, [e-mail]

Open Date8/7/2026

Open Until FilledYes

Documents Needed to ApplyResume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

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