Photographer

Located between beautiful mountain ranges in the secure and dynamic Kurdistan region of northern Iraq, American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS) is an independent, non-profit, coeducational, liberal arts university that has no owners or shareholders and which operates solely for the public benefit.

AUIS is located in the city of Sulaymaniyah (Sulaimani)-the UNESCO-designated City of Literature and the cultural capital of the Kurdish region in Iraq. The campus has 50 classrooms, high-tech laboratories, a modern library, auditoriums, dining facilities and student residential halls, as well as outdoor sports facilities. Our 1,400 students are taught in English by faculty members from approximately 20 different countries. More than 30% of the full-time faculty are from the United States and more than 30% are from Iraq. The University's acclaimed preparatory program is the only such program in Iraq to have earned U.S. accreditation (CEA). AUIS graduates have continued their studies at leading universities in the United States and Europe. In addition to the University of Arizona, collaboration partners include Stanford University, Princeton University, and TIEC, a consortium of top-ranked public universities in Texas. More information regarding the University is available at www.auis.edu.krd.

Ihre Aufgaben

The Photographer will assist the Communications Department in the management and development of digital photography and videography at American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS). The successful candidate will be tasked with implementing a photography and videography plan to build a high-quality database of stock images for use across print and digital projects, showing all aspects of University life, as well as developing engaging video content for marketing and digital platforms. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of documentary-style and portrait photography; videography and video editing; experience using the latest photography editing software; and a commitment to producing high-quality photographs and videos for professional and digital media use. H/she will work closely with other departments within the University to document activities on campus and in the classroom; take photographs and videos during official AUIS events; and maintain the University's photo and video database, under the supervision of the Director of Communications (DC) and Executive Director of Communications and Enrollment (EDCE).

Main responsibilities

Effectively manage the University's photography and video database, prioritizing high-quality images and footage, and ensuring all necessary metadata is included in photo and video files;

• Plan, shoot, and edit photos and videos for all University activities as determined by the DC, EDCE, or designee;

• Ensure timely and accurate editing and archiving of all photos and videos;

• Work closely with members of the Communications Department to ensure photos and video content meet requirements for various department needs;

• Assist with graphic design projects as required by the DC and EDCE;

• Coordinate high-quality photography and video projects and implementation through collaboration with various University departments, interns and volunteers.

• Provide photography and videography for official University events.

Ihr Profil

• Bachelor's degree

• Previous experience in relevant field of higher education, communications, publications or digital/social marketing desirable.

  Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent digital photography and videography skills are ESSENTIAL for this job.

• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize, and to deliver work under tight deadlines.

• Familiarity with and experience using Adobe photo and video editing and graphic design software is required.

• Self-starter, able to work independently; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives.

• Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with all stakeholder groups including faculty, staff, students, alumni, government, and community organizations.

• Strong IT skills, including good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Office etc.

Kontakt

Applicants should submit the following materials via email, with "Photographer" in the subject line, to recruitment [at] auis.edu.krd