Multimedia Producer

Duke University:

Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.

Be You.

At Duke, we celebrate individuality, creativity, and the unique perspectives that strengthen our community. As the Multimedia Producer for Trinity College of Arts & Sciences, you'll join a highly collaborative communications team dedicated to telling powerful stories that showcase the breadth, depth, and diversity of academic life at Duke.

In this role, you will help bring to life the people, discoveries, scholarship, and experiences that define one of the nation's leading liberal arts colleges. Through compelling photography, video, and visual storytelling, you'll help connect audiences to the transformative work happening across Trinity's more than 40 academic departments and programs.

If you're a creative storyteller who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and creating meaningful visual experiences, we encourage you to bring your talents to Duke.  Candidates should have a current portfolio to share during the interview process.

Be Bold.

As a multimedia storyteller and lead photographer for Trinity College, you will create engaging visual content that supports strategic communications, student recruitment, research visibility, and community engagement.

What You'll Do

Lead Visual Storytelling Initiatives

• Develop and execute a comprehensive visual storytelling strategy that highlights research, teaching excellence, student experiences, and faculty achievements.
• Collaborate closely with communications, marketing, academic, and administrative partners to identify and capture compelling stories.
• Translate complex academic concepts and research into accessible, audience-focused visual narratives.

Create High-Impact Photography

• Lead all phases of photography production, including:
• Concept development
• Creative direction
• Location scouting
• Scheduling and logistics
• On-site lighting and photography sessions
• Image editing and retouching
• Asset delivery and distribution
• Produce exceptional photography for websites, social media, newsletters, publications, and recruitment materials.

Produce Multimedia Content

• Create short- and long-form video content supporting strategic storytelling initiatives.
• Capture and edit video footage for digital platforms and marketing campaigns.
• Design select visual assets and graphics to support integrated communications efforts.
• Ensure all content reflects Duke's brand standards and storytelling goals.

Manage Digital Assets & Equipment

• Help maintain Trinity's digital asset management system by organizing content, improving accessibility, and supporting asset retrieval.
• Contribute to visual asset cataloging and metadata management.
• Assist in managing photography and videography equipment inventories.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend tools that enhance production capabilities.

Drive Innovation

• Stay informed about emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in photography, videography, and multimedia communication.
• Build relationships with peers across Duke to share expertise, collaborate on projects, and advance creative excellence.

Additional Responsibilities

• Support special projects and perform additional duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

Education

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Production, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Media Production, Visual Media, or a related discipline.
• Higher Education experience preferred.  

Experience

Required

• Minimum of two years of professional media production, photography, or multimedia content creation experience.

Preferred

• Four or more years of professional photography and multimedia production experience.
• Demonstrated experience producing high-quality visual content across multiple platforms.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong visual storytelling capabilities and creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to transform complex academic, research, and institutional topics into engaging visual narratives.
• Advanced photography expertise, including:
• Lighting techniques
• Camera operation
• Composition
• Exposure control
• Color management
• Subject direction
• Experience working effectively in dynamic and fast-paced environments.
• Strong video production skills, including camera operation, audio capture, lighting, editing, and post-production workflows.
• Working knowledge of graphic design principles for digital communications.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative skills.

Technical Proficiency

Experience with:

• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Lightroom / Lightroom Classic
• Adobe Premiere Pro
• Adobe Creative Cloud applications

Preferred familiarity with:

• After Effects
• Illustrator
• InDesign
• Audition
• Final Cut Pro
• Motion
• Logic
• Audacity
• Canva
• Digital Asset Management (DAM) systems

Why Duke?

At Duke University, your work has purpose. You'll be part of a world-renowned institution where creativity, innovation, and collaboration drive meaningful impact. Through your visual storytelling, you'll help share the stories of groundbreaking research, exceptional teaching, and transformative student experiences that shape communities locally and globally.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.

Benefits of Joining Duke

• Collaborative and mission-driven culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Access to innovative technologies and creative resources
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
• The opportunity to make an impact at one of the world's leading universities

Choose Duke.

Bring your creativity. Share powerful stories. Showcase extraordinary achievements.

Join Duke University and help capture the moments, discoveries, and experiences that inspire the future.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Apply now and help tell the stories that define Duke University and Trinity College of Arts & Science