Videographer

Please note that this role closing at 11:59pm on November 15, 2026.

Report to: Communications & Advertising Director

Term: current - April

Rate: B4 10-12 hours

**This job description has been recently updated and is pending approval. Confirmation of final job description will be provided before offer is made.

There is very little as important as how we communicate with the student body. From the administrative or department level, the messages we send need to be clear, consistent and professional.

The Marketing and Communications department coordinates all marketing and advertising campaigns with the MSU, and develops long-term marketing strategies for the MSU . The department plays a significant role in the creation and consolidation of the MSU’s public image and will work to increase communication between the MSU, the students of McMaster University, and the external community.

General Scope of Duties

The Videographer is responsible for planning, filming, editing, and producing engaging video content that promotes the McMaster Students Union’s (MSU) services, events, campaigns, and advocacy efforts. Working under the direction of the Communications and Advertising Director, the videographer will develop creative and informative content for social media, the MSU’s website, and other digital communication channels. The role works collaboratively with MSU services, business units, and student leaders to produce high-quality content that aligns with the MSU’s brand and communication objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:

A) Video Production & Editing

Film and edit video content for the MSU’s social media accounts, website, campus digital screens, and other communication channels, as directed.

Capture footage at MSU events, including occasional evening and weekend work.

Conduct and record interviews with students, MSU student leaders, and other campus stakeholders.

Edit video footage, including audio adjustments, colour corrections, captions, and other post-production.

Organize and maintain video footage, project files, and completed media assets for future use.

B) Creative Development & Collaboration

Collaborate with the Communications Team to brainstorm and develop creative video concepts that support MSU campaigns.

Assist with scriptwriting, storyboarding, and planning video productions.

Coordinate filming schedules with MSU services, business units, and student leaders.

Work with members of the Communications Department to ensure video content aligns with broader marketing and communication standards.

Monitor emerging video trends and recommend video approaches to deepen our connection to McMaster students through digital media.

C) Other

Occasional travel within the McMaster Community for production projects is required.

Consult with students in regard to a project’s scope, desired outcomes, and strategies.

Attend regular meetings with the Communications and Advertising Director to review project timelines and feedback.

Support photography and other digital media projects as required.

Preform other related duties, as assigned.

Training and Experience

High degree of skill with industry standard programs, specifically Adobe Creative Suite i.e. Premiere Pro, After Effects, Illustrator, and any other relevant web or print design-based programs

Previous experience with Photoshop, InDesign, and any other relevant web or print design-based programs considered an asset.

Previous experience in marketing, advertising, mass communication, public relations, or other related fields

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must have skills related to photography, videography and digital content creation

Creativity required to meet client demands

Must have organizational & time management

Must be personable and flexible enough to deal effectively with a wide demographic and skill set

Must have good interpersonal and communication skills to be able to deal with a variety of different individuals including clients, students, peers, and superiors.

Effort

Responsible for design and production jobs of varying sizes throughout the year

Must be able to receive direction and work independently with firm deadlines

Meet regularly with the Communications & Advertising Director to receive feedback/changes, review upcoming events, assignments and communication strategies

Maintain a positive image of the MSU by displaying high standards of service, integrity, punctuality, and professionalism

Working Conditions

Office environment

Must be able to work effectively and creatively through constant interruptions of varying

Time demands may exceed stated hours of

Event coverage may be outdoors or offsite

Equipment

Computer & editing software

Videography equipment

Camera, lenses, external flash, tripod, microphones