Digital Production Intern

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G/R25728P

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G/R25728P

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Working Title

Digital Production Intern

Department

Athletics-New Media

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.

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is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.

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employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the

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Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

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Employment Type

Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

07/01/2024

Posting Date

05/17/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EOO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each

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community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the

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Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in

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Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect... .

Additionally,

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supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/sect... .

Duties/Responsibilities

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Photography:

• Manage overall workflow of photography unit by performing administrative tasks such as prioritizing workflow and assignments, meeting publication deadlines, archiving images, requesting photographic and computer equipment purchases, and scheduling.
• Learn new media and photographic technologies and techniques through research, webinars, and/or workshops.
• Perform photographic work related to editorial, news, documentary, illustrative, event, environmental and studio portraiture, corporate and industrial photography.
• Collaborate with editor, art director, dean, communication personnel and others to produce unit and campus publications, news releases, website, multimedia, and social media posts by creating, executing, and editing photographic images.
• Compose and frame shots, applying the technical aspects of light, lenses, film, filters, and camera settings to achieve the effects sought by directors.
• Conduct quality control of imaging to ensure compliance with local and national imaging standards and coordinate digital imaging workflow.
• Create original interior text designs for books after analyzing content, structure, editorial, and design requirements.
• Design jackets and covers for scholarly, trade, and creative works with sensitivity to current design trends and content and market of book.
• Observe sets or locations for potential problems and to determine filming and lighting requirements.
• Adjust positions and controls of cameras, printers, and related equipment to change focus, exposure, and lighting. | | Percentage of time | 40 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Graphic Design:

• Manage the graphic design and maintenance of printed materials including researching for cost efficiencies, collaborating with print professional, and student worker to ensure that materials are in compliance with standards.
• Manage the production of materials that will be used in exhibits which includes graphic design.
• Serve as art director to provide design guidance for visual and aesthetic identity and evaluate and critique work of freelance and in-house designers. | | Percentage of time | 25 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Quality Control:

• Review proofs, edit, color correct, scan, and reformat for output to computers, scanners, printers, and related software.
• Scan materials for patrons, staff, and internal projects including managing quality control of scans
• View films to resolve problems of exposure control, subject and camera movement, changes in subject distance, and related variables. | | Percentage of time | 20 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Supervise work of student assistants | | Percentage of time | 10 |

| Duties/Responsibilities |
Other duties as assigned | | Percentage of time | 5 |

Position Details

Position Information

| Classification Title | Temporary Technical Paraprofessional | | FLSA | Non-Exempt | | UGA Job Code | | | FTE | .725 | | Minimum Qualifications | | | Position Summary |
The Digital Production Intern will assist the Assistant Athletic Director for Production and Digital with a wide variety of media projects, with a specific focus on the new media and photography. This individual will manage all workflow of photography unit and serve as art director to provide design guidance. | | Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position |
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Work with Sport Social Liaisons and Social Media and Digital Strategy staff to conceive, shoot, and produce high quality digital and social video content for UGAA teams, games, events, and team services.
2. Use Adobe Creative Suite to assemble, edit, process, color correct, format, and export video projects from start to finish.
3. Work with GBSM Video Production team to assist with and augment their coverage of UGAA teams.
4. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Assistant AD for Production and Digital

| | Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Technical Skills – assess own strengths and weaknesses; pursue training and development opportunities. Strive to continuously build knowledge and skills. - Oral Communications – speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification. Demonstrate group presentation skills and participate in meetings. - Written Communications – writes clearly and informatively. - Leadership – exhibit confidence in self and others; inspire and motivate others to perform well. Readily accept feedback from others and provide vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates. - Innovation – display original thinking and creativity. Meet challenges with resourcefulness. - Judgment – display willingness to make decisions and exhibit sound and accurate judgment. Include appropriate people in decision-making process. - Motivation – demonstrate excellent personal motivation and encourage others to be motivated and enthusiastic. Show persistence and overcome obstacles. Take calculated risks to accomplish goals.

| | Physical Demands |
- Light office duties and activities. - Will periodically lift and carry production equipment totaling 50lbs. - Driving as needed to perform job duties. | | Is this a Position of Trust? | No | | Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? | No | | Does this position require a P-Card? | No | | Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? | No | | Is driving a requirement of this position? | Yes | | Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? | No | | Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) | No | | Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. |

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

| Contact Details |
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. | | Recruitment Contact Name | Amy Bales | | Recruitment Contact Email | abales@sports.uga.edu | | Recruitment Contact Phone | |

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents 1. Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter Optional Documents

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