Content Video/Photo Coordinator

University of Georgia

Athens, GA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65,000–$75,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Premiere, Athletics, Background Investigation, Brand Strategy, Campaigns, Cloud Storage, Coaching, Communication Skills, Community and Social Services, Content Development, Creative Services, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Digital Media, Documentation, Donor Development, Establish Priorities, Film, Financial Management, Fundraising, Higher Education, Leadership, Marketing, Media Campaigns, Medicine, Metadata, Mobile Plant/Equipment, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, News Reporting, Organizational Skills, Photography, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Revenue Growth, Social Media, Sports, Sports Journalism, Statistics, Storytelling, Strategic Planning, Time Management, Video Production, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Athens, GA
POSTED
1 day ago

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S15408P Working Title Content Video/Photo Coordinator Department Athletics-Creative Services About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information

Ability to work nontraditional hours to include nights, weekends, and some holidays. Ability to travel.

Advertised Salary $65,000 - $75,000 Posting Date 07/09/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 08/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Position Information

Classification Title Digital Content Pro II FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent and 2 years of professional experience

Preferred Qualifications

Degree in Sports Media, Journalism, Communications, Digital Media, Marketing, Film Production, or a related field. Demonstrated experience in photography and/or videography.

Position Summary

The role of Content Video/Photo Coordinator will be responsible for capturing authentic moments that tell the story of Georgia Athletics and assigned sport beyond game results and statistics. The position will serve as a visual historian, documenting practices, workouts, travel, team activities, community engagement, recruiting events, and behind-the-scenes moments that define the student-athlete experience. Create visual narratives that highlight student-athlete journeys, coaching philosophies, team traditions, and program milestones through the production of high-quality photo and video assets for use across athletic department platforms.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, provide superior customer service and ability to work some nights and weekends during practice and competitions.
  • Demonstrated experience in photography and/or videography.
  • Working knowledge of DSLR, mirrorless, and mobile content capture equipment.
  • Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Lightroom and Premiere Pro.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Passion for collegiate athletics and storytelling.
  • Understanding of NCAA athletics culture and recruiting environments.
  • Excellent project management and organizational skills.
  • Experience with and demonstrated ability to create, utilize, and interpret brand standards.
  • Demonstrated ability to create digital and social media campaigns, particularly those focused on driving fan attendance and revenue generation.

Physical Demands

Regularly stand; walk; use hands and reach with arms. Occasionally sit and talk or hear. Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision, and peripheral vision. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but escalates to high during practice and athletic competitions.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Daily Content Capture

  • Independently identify and document team activities including practices, workouts, meetings, travel, community service events, recruiting functions, and game day - producing compelling content for social media.
  • Anticipate and capture candid, behind-the-scenes moments that showcase team culture, leadership, relationships, and player development.
  • Produce high-quality photo and video assets for use across athletic department platforms.
  • Exercise sound editorial judgment to recognize and prioritize moments that reflect the identity and values of the assigned sport in real time.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Program Storytelling

  • Conceive and execute visual narratives highlighting student-athlete journeys, coaching philosophies, team traditions, and program milestones.
  • Proactively identify and archive moments that may have future recruiting, marketing, fundraising, or historical significance.
  • Collaborate with coaches and creative staff to plan and ensure comprehensive documentation of key program stories throughout the year.
  • Balance immediate social media demands with long-term storytelling initiatives, planning content strategically across the season.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Content Organization & Archiving

  • Maintain an organized digital archive of photos, videos, interviews, and historical assets.
  • Catalog content using established naming conventions and metadata systems.
  • Build and preserve a visual history of the program for future use in recruiting, donor engagement, anniversary projects, and institutional storytelling.
  • Manage cloud-based storage systems and content databases.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Game Day & Event Coverage

  • Deliver dynamic pregame, in-game, and postgame coverage from creative and unique perspectives.
  • Capture meaningful interactions among student-athletes, coaches, alumni, donors, and fans.
  • Coordinate with fellow creative staff to source content for both immediate distribution and long-term feature projects.
  • Travel with the team as assigned, operating independently.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Collaboration

  • Serve as a trusted creative partner to sports staff, Athletics Communications, Creative Services, Recruiting, Development, and Fan Engagement teams.
  • Deliver timely, high-quality content in support of recruiting presentations, social campaigns, donor events, and special projects.
  • Contribute creative ideas that elevate the visibility and brand of Georgia Athletics.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Chad Morehead Recruitment Contact Email cmorehead@sports.uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume/CV
  • Media Portfolio

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter

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