Cornell communicators share a mission to enhance and preserve the university’s brand and reputation as a top research institution and a leader in higher education, and to support and promote critical programs that serve the university’s teaching, research, and public engagement mission.

Communication services are carried out through a matrixed organizational system in which University Relations houses the departments of News (Cornell Chronicle), Media Relations (pitching and servicing media requests), Brand (web development, multimedia production, brand management and governance), Strategic Communications (communications plans, key messaging, social media management), and Cornellians (digital alumni publication). Communicators in colleges, schools, and units regularly collaborate with, and consult, University Relations departments. University Relations serves as a partner and resource for all college/unit communicators.

Student and Campus Life (SCL) inspires transformation in all Cornell students on their journey of individual, academic and personal evolution. Our division comprises leading student affairs experts who support our campus on pressing student life matters including health, wellness, community engagement, social justice, residential living, food services, sports, recreation, career services, and student activities and organizations including sorority and fraternity life. We provide support and services to roughly 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students on multiple campuses in the U.S. and abroad.

SCL’s Communication and Marketing team oversees the division’s strategic communication and marketing plans to raise visibility and awareness of division-supported activities, programs, and resources for diverse audiences including students (current and prospective), faculty, staff, families, alumni and local community members.

Under the direction of the Creative Content Manager, the Digital Content Producer is an integral part of the SCL communications team and will develop engaging, visual content (photo and video primarily) to support the division’s social media, web, editorial, and development uses to promote events, market the division and unit programs.

Working with the Creative Content Manager and coordinating with unit Communications and Marketing Leads, this position will help prepare and translate information within creative briefs while providing creative direction to develop compelling visual assets for key storytelling opportunities (e.g., skilled in producing captivating video, photography).

Working closely with University Relations Brand Communications, the Digital Content Producer will maintain university and SCL brand standards that are in alignment with the division and University’s strategic vision and mission across all platforms as well as integrate the SCL and Cornell brand promise, vision, and position into all forms of marketing and communications.

Using effective communication, and marketing concepts, tools, and techniques, an effective Digital Content Producer will be proactive, personable, service-oriented and enthusiastic, allowing for the development of excellent collaborative working relationships with students, staff, and campus partners. Through demonstrated project management skills, they will be able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, adapt to new priorities, meet competing deadlines and spot opportunities as they arise. While collaboration is critical, the ability to balance independent work and use sound judgement in decision making is also important when identifying new opportunities for executing content strategies.

This position is expected to work extended hours (including nights and weekends) during the academic year as necessary based on the events’ schedules.

The annualized salary range for this position is from $62,400 to $65,500 but final compensation is commensurate with experience.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with at least two years of professional experience in photography, video production, or related field
Excellent multimedia portfolio (Please submit at least 3 photo and/or video work samples with application materials for review)
Excellent proficiency in video production processes, including preparing and interpreting creative briefs, planning and filming shoots, editing, and digital asset management
Experience working with DSLR and mirrorless camera systems
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop), Canva and other photo, video, and/or audio editing tools (Final Cut Pro; Kapwing)
Experience setting up and utilizing audio equipment and proficient in audio/music mixing
Excellent writing, editing, proofreading as well as research and organizational skills
Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills
Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while working under tight deadlines
Ability to produce content that resonates with audiences from all backgrounds and viewpoints
Knowledge of editorial and ethical standards when researching or developing content

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with professional lighting set-ups
Advanced proficiency in creating motion typography, graphics and/or visual effects using After Effects, Motion or similar tools
Experience with Panasonic Lumix and/or Canon camera systems
Ability to help train and mentor student staff
Experience in higher education communications or in communications for complex organizations.

University Job Title

Temporary Communications Professional

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Temporary Communications/Marketing

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No Grade - Annual

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Salary

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Remote Option Availability

Onsite

Company

Contact Name

Caleb Yu

Contact Email

ry274@cornell.edu

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2025-10-28

Temporary Digital Content Producer

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