The Photo & Video Editor is expected to have a diverse knowledge in photography and video alongside being able to utilize equipment and editing software. They must exhibit creativity in many fields (i.e. sports, events, staged photography/video, etc.). They must also train and manage a team of qualified volunteers, so management skills are important. Candidates for this position must:ย ย
- Assist in recruiting and training photography/video volunteers;
- Contribute at least one editorial per year;ย ย
- Receive photo requests from The Cordโs Section Editors;ย
- Take any requests that volunteers canโt;ย ย
- Assist in Cord production specifically with editing photos for print and web;ย ย
- Ensure online photo albums are consistently updated;ย ย
- Edit videos and photos using Final Cut Pro/Photoshop for their volunteers and section editors who shoot their own footage;ย ย
- Train video volunteers to help in the editing process and filming of events to get multiple angles;ย ย
- Ensure consistent communication with the section editors and EIC about photos;ย ย
- Contribute a photo of the week when a photo is exemplary;ย ย
- Share photos for use on social media pages;ย ย
- ย Attend weekly Editorial Board meetings.ย
- Communicate regularly with EIC, Creative Director and Multimedia & Website Director.ย
When using social media in regards to The Cord or WLUSP, the Photo Editors are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and professional manner;ย
Applicants are expected to provide one (1) sample photograph and (1) sample short video/video clip they have taken and edited.ย
