UCT Photographer / Videographer Intern

Editor — Thu, 20 Oct 2016 20:20:36 +0000

UCT’s Communication and Marketing Department is seeking to appoint an Intern to work in the department’s Newsroom and Publications unit on a 1 year contract. The intern will have an opportunity to work on, and gain insight into, several of UCT’s communication initiatives across a range of digital and print media.

The intern will work under the guidance of the Newsroom and Publications unit and in tandem with the department’s Marketing and Online units. They will also receive exposure to other activities within the department.

Requirements

be in possession of, or be studying towards, a qualification in photography and/or videography with a strong interest in the media or communication industries
an enthusiastic self-starter
have excellent photography, visual communication, editing and writing skills
have experience editing images in Photoshop, Lightroom and Premiere Pro
have an up-to-date portfolio of visual work (either published or unpublished)
have an interest in the changing world of photography, videography, digital marketing and communication, and preferably some exposure to, or experience with, digital and social media platforms
have a conscientious and committed work ethic and an interest in working in a changing communication environment – one that requires strategic thought and a willingness to engage responsibly
have a valid South African driving licence
It would be advantageous to have a showreel and portfolio of recent work

Responsibilities:

take professional, well-composed and engaging photographs and video for publications and online news
edit and process (add metadata, rename and file) photographs and videos accurately
source images from suppliers and online image libraries
set up appointments and manage deadlines
generate story leads and photo and video opportunities for online news
initiate contacts within the university community
conceptualise, plan and film short videos for use online and on social media platforms
generate visual concepts and ideas that enhance specific campaigns across a variety of media
support other sections of the Communication and Marketing Department wherever needed

The annual cost of employment is between R97 688 and R173 405. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to undertake a photographic assignment and video-editing exercise to establish their ability to work accurately and effectively under pressure.

How to apply?

To apply, please email the following documents in a single pdf file to Michael Hammond at [email protected] :

UCT application form (click here to download)
letter of motivation
curriculum vitae (CV)
an up-to-date portfolio of your photography and showreel of your videography work (published or unpublished) if available.

Please use the following subject line in your email: “Application for photographer/videographer internship”.

An application which does not comply with the above requirements will be regarded as incomplete. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and will be required to undergo a competency test.

Telephone: 021 650 4447

Website: www.uct.ac.za

Reference number: E61004

Closing date: 14 November 2016

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