Videographer Student Worker (FWS/NFWS)

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University is seeking a Videographer Student Worker to support the Student Engagement MAD team by creating high-quality video content that captures GCU student experiences and events.

You will transform concepts into engaging visuals, edit for social media and internal communications, and help plan shoots with campus partners. This role offers hands-on experience in video production, collaboration, and portfolio development while balancing academic commitments.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in videography and visual storytelling.
• Basic understanding of video production workflows and equipment.
• Experience with video editing software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Capture video content for events, programs, and campaigns.
• Edit video for social media, promotions, and internal communications.
• Collaborate with campaign owners to understand goals and deliverables.
• Operate cameras, audio, lighting, and related equipment; manage footage.

Skills

Videography

Storytelling

Video editing

Camera operation

Audio lighting basics

Education

Current Grand Canyon University student in good academic standing

Pursuing a degree in Film or related field

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Final Cut Pro

Job description

The Videographer Student Worker supports the Student Engagement MAD (Marketing & Advertising Design) Team by creating high-quality video content that captures and promotes GCU student experiences, events, programs, and initiatives. This position works directly from campaign needs provided by Student Engagement partners and campaign owners, transforming concepts and requests into engaging visual content. This role is designed to provide students with meaningful, hands‑on experience in video production, storytelling, creative collaboration, and professional communication. Students will develop technical and creative skills while building a professional portfolio and gaining experience working within a collaborative marketing and communications environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

Capture video content for Student Engagement events, programs, campaigns, and initiatives. Film interviews, student experiences, event highlights, promotional content, and other video projects assigned. Edit video content for social media, promotional materials, internal communications, and other departmental needs. Collaborate with campaign owners to understand campaign goals, messaging, audience, and deliverables. Translate campaign requests into engaging visual stories while maintaining the intended message and brand standards. Operate cameras, audio equipment, lighting, and other video production equipment. Set up, operate, and maintain video equipment before, during, and after production. Organize, label, store, and maintain video footage and digital assets. Assist with planning and coordinating video shoots, including locations, schedules, equipment, and talent. Participate in event coverage both independently and as part of the MAD Team. Ensure video content is visually consistent with GCU and Student Engagement branding. Meet project deadlines and communicate progress, challenges, and production needs to the Project Coordinator. Incorporate feedback and revisions into completed video projects. Stay current with video production, editing, storytelling, and social media trends. Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and creative team culture. Build professional skills through hands‑on experience, feedback, mentorship, and creative projects.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBLITIES

None.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to successfully perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

General Requirements

Demonstrate professionalism while representing Grand Canyon University. Work effectively both independently and collaboratively. Communicate professionally with students, faculty, staff, and campaign owners.

Work Hours and Availability

Be available to work approximately 10 hours per week during the academic year. Be available to work on occasional evenings or weekends for events and video shoots as needed. Ability to work both in‑office and remotely depending on project needs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong interest in videography, filmmaking, visual storytelling, media production, or a related creative field. Basic understanding of video production and editing principles. Familiarity with cameras, audio equipment, lighting, and video production workflows. Experience with video editing software such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar programs. Strong attention to detail and visual composition. Ability to tell compelling stories through video. Ability to receive and apply creative feedback. Strong organizational and time‑management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Strong communication and collaboration skills. Self‑motivated and willing to learn new techniques, equipment, and software. Ability to problem‑solve creatively in fast‑paced production environments.

Education and/or Experience

Minimum Qualifications: Current Grand Canyon University student in good academic standing. Pursuing a degree in Film, Digital Film, Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, Media Production, or a related field. Interest in developing professional videography and video production skills. Willingness to learn and contribute to a variety of creative projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience creating or editing video content. Experience with Adobe Premiere Pro or other video editing software. Familiarity with DSLR/mirrorless cameras or other professional video equipment. Experience filming events, interviews, social media content, or promotional videos. Portfolio, reel, class projects, personal projects, or previous creative work demonstrating video production skills. Experience working on a creative team, student organization, internship, or similar environment.

Experience/Education: Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full‑time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
• Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University. You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ‑centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre‑employment screening activities, including a background check.

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