The Centre for Continuing Education Studies (CES) at LUMS is seeking a creative professional skilled in video production, photography, and image editing using Adobe software. The ideal candidate will be responsible for capturing and producing high-quality visual content that highlights the Centre’s activities, including evening courses, workshops, and seasonal programs such as Summer and Winter Schools. This role demands a blend of technical expertise, creativity, and flexibility to support the Centre’s marketing and communication efforts through various multimedia platforms.
Key Responsibilities
The candidate will handle photography, video recording, and editing for all CES events and initiatives. This includes creating engaging video content for social media, such as short and long-form videos, interviews, and testimonials. They will also produce visual materials like photographs and graphic designs for marketing collateral, including social media posts, brochures, and flyers. The role requires assembling and setting up equipment such as cameras, tripods, monitors, lighting, cables, and headphones, as well as moving and adjusting these tools as necessary. Planning, preparing, and rehearsing scenes or shots to creatively frame and capture both candid and posed images is essential. The candidate will select and install camera screens and filters to achieve desired visual effects and stay updated on the latest filming techniques and equipment. Maintaining a comprehensive database of all photographs and videos related to the Centre is also part of the role. Additional tasks may be assigned by the supervisor and Head of Department as needed.
Required Qualifications
A Bachelor’s (Hons) degree in media production, media studies, performing arts, photography, film, or television from a Higher Education Commission (HEC)-recognized institution is required. The candidate should have a minimum of one year of relevant experience in video production and photography.
Knowledge & Skills
The ideal candidate must possess strong theoretical, practical, and technical knowledge of cameras and related equipment. Proficiency in video editing software such as Adobe Premiere and graphic design tools like Adobe Photoshop is essential. They should demonstrate flexibility, creativity, and patience, with a keen eye for detail and precision. A solid understanding of color theory, lighting angles, and perspective depth is important for producing high-quality visuals. Strong planning skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines are necessary. Physical fitness and the ability to concentrate for extended periods are also required.
Behaviours
The candidate should be creative and visually driven, detail-oriented, and quality-focused. Adaptability and flexibility are crucial, as the role involves working under tight deadlines and managing unpredictable schedules. Being tech-savvy, resourceful, collaborative, and team-oriented will contribute to success in this position. The individual must be observant, aesthetically aware, organized, and disciplined. Flexibility in work schedules is essential, as event coverage may be required at any time, including off-campus events.
This position offers an opportunity to contribute creatively to the Centre’s outreach and engagement efforts by producing compelling multimedia content that supports its educational programs and initiatives.