• Are you passionate about making an impact through video, photography, and all things creative media?
• Can you bring people together and share ideas with ease, no matter the audience?
• Are you looking for steady hours in a dynamic creative role?

Mō Te Herenga Waka - About our University

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Creative Media Specialist to join our Te Tai Matihiko - Digital Solutions team on a permanent, full-time basis. The role is responsible for producing high-quality multimedia content across photography, videography, audio, design, motion graphics, and emerging creative media technologies. You will work across various projects supporting teaching, learning, research, and promotional activities.

Key responsibilities: 

• Deliver multimedia content (video, photography, audio, and motion graphics) to meet the University’s creative needs.
• Assist with the planning and production of media, including pre-production bookings, technical set-up, and on-location shoots.
• Provide post-production services, ensuring content adheres to our University branding guidelines.
• Manage and maintain media production facilities and equipment, providing technical support and training as needed.
• Collaborate with the wider Te Tai Matihiko - Digital Solutions team and other stakeholders to deliver consistent, high-quality creative media services.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

You will be a motivated, creative individual with a passion for multimedia production and strong technical skills in photography, video, and audio. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are excited about contributing to a high-performing team that delivers impactful creative media solutions for the university.

Key requirements: 

• 3 - 5 years of experience in creative media production (photography and videography).
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and video editing software.
• Strong technical knowledge of lighting and sound for both video and photography shoots.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team

Our team is collaborative, innovative, and passionate about creative media. You’ll have the opportunity to work on diverse projects that make a real impact on the university’s teaching, research, and engagement activities. We offer flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive work environment.

There are many benefits to working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington, including being part of New Zealand’s top research university.

Role Description - Click here to see further information, including salary.

Along with your CV, please submit a link to your online portfolio. 

Close date for vacancy: 3 November 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Nando Azevedo (nando.azevedo@vuw.ac.nz). But applicants should follow all steps listed below. 

Important - Application steps and information

Download and complete the University Application Form, (Creative Media Specialist, #2150). Then, please combine your cover letter, CV and the University Application Form into a single file (preferably in pdf format). Click Apply and follow the process to enter your contact details and attach your combined file (CV, cover letter and the University Application Form) using the “CV/Resume” button.

If you are unable to combine your documents or have further supporting documents, please email these to erecruit@vuw.ac.nz stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.