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Pay Grade/Pay Range: $9.00/hour

Department/Organization: 820601 - UREC Administration

Normal Work Schedule: Varies; 10 to 20 hours per week

Note to Applicants: A resume and/or portfolio is required. 

Job Summary: The UREC Photographer/Videographer Assistant takes photographs and videos as assigned for the UREC’s website, social media, and other publications. Produces an acceptable quantity and variety of photographs of assigned subject(s). Completes assignments by the deadline. Uploads photos to a shared server/file location to which marketing staff has access. Meets regularly with marketing staff to review upcoming events, required photos, assignments, and communications strategies where photos will be used. Assists marketing staff with social media plans. Additional duties as assigned.

Additional Department Summary: University Recreation employs over 350 students each semester in customer service, programming, and operational support positions across all UREC facilities, including the Student Recreation Center, Witt Student Activity Center, Outdoor Pool Complex, and Aquatic Center. We're looking for personable and responsible individuals to engage patrons of all ages in a variety of recreational activities and services. UREC positions require an excellent attitude and willingness to learn, ability to obtain required certifications, and availability to work a flexible schedule based on our operational hours. UREC offers flexible scheduling and the opportunity to work in a dynamic, fun, and rewarding environment where you will gain valuable training, leadership experience, and certification skills that will serve you well in future employment opportunities.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Current University of Alabama undergraduate student. Ability to work at least 10 hours per week. Photography experience for marketing and/or publication.

Skills and Knowledge: Interpersonal, communication, and public relations skills. Strong organizational skills. Ability to multitask and meet deadlines. Self-motivated. Ability to work cooperatively as a part of the marketing team. Responsible.

Enrollment Requirements: Applicants must meet enrollment requirements to be eligible for on-campus student employment. Applicants must be enrolled in a UA degree program and meet minimum credit hour requirements during the academic year: Undergraduate Students must be registered for at least 6 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; Graduate Students must be registered for at least 4.5 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; International Students must be registered full-time (Undergraduate = 12 credit hours, Graduate = 9 credit hours) during fall/spring semesters. Enrollment requirements must be maintained for the duration of on-campus employment. Individual hiring departments and programs may also have additional eligibility requirements for employment.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster