Visual Content Specialist

Date Posted: 05/27/2026
Req ID: 48307
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC:Ofc of Stud Experience & Well-Being
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number: 00059484
Existing Vacancy: Yes

Description:

About us:

The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe.Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.

The Office of Student Experience & Wellbeing's (OSEW) mission is to support the academic and personal success of U of T Scarborough students. The Office is committed to maintaining efficient and effective programs and services that enhance student development inside and outside the classroom by providing strategic guidance and oversight for the following units: Academic Advising & Career Centre, AccessAbility Services, Athletics & Recreation, Health & Wellness Centre, StudentLife Programs & International Student Centre and Student Housing & Residence Life. Whether you have questions about your academic or career options, seeking disability support, looking for ways to stay active, interested in joining a club, need to see a doctor or are exploring housing options - we have you covered.

Your opportunity:

We are seeking a creative and strategic digital and multimedia specialist to lead videography, photography, and digital storytelling initiatives. This role is ideal for a visually driven professional who can translate strategic communications goals into compelling multimedia content across multiple channels.

Reporting to the Manager, Marketing Communications & Strategic Initiatives and working as part of the OSEW Marketing and Communications Team, you will collaborate with stakeholders across the University to conceptualize, produce, and deliver high-quality visual content that enhances brand identity, engages audiences, and achieves desired results.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing a plan for the use of multimedia that supports strategic communications objectives
• Conducting photography and/or videography shoots
• Planning and developing pre-production video ideas into outlines, scripts, and story boards
• Editing post-production audio and/or visual material (e.g. optimizing video for social media)
• Producing promotional and outreach materials
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders regarding story development and cross-promotion activities
• Designing graphic elements for digital and online media
• Maintaining a repository of digital media records
  
  

Essential Qualifications:

• Advanced College Diploma (3 years) in interactive media/multimedia digital design and production (professional videography, audio and photography), or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum five (5) years of work-related experience in professional photography, videography and audio production, digital content creation, and graphic design
• Experience creating both short and long form content for digital and broadcast platforms
• Advanced skills and experience with audio/video software: Adobe Creative Cloud - Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, InDesign, Audition, Media Encoder, or comparable software
• Expert experience in sound and lighting design, colour correction, colour grading, audio mixing, and creating original animation and digital graphics
• Advanced experience using video production equipment, including DSLR cameras, mixers, editors, microphones and audio equipment
• Experience with graphic design, including motion graphics and animation
• Experience preparing subjects for on-screen appearances and interviews
• Experience maintaining a repository of digital content and managing online media (e.g. digital media bank, stock photos/video, YouTube)
• Experience with livestreaming and virtual event technologies (such as Zoom, YouTube, Instagram, etc.)
• Experience adhering to brand identity guidelines and AODA accessibility guidelines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written
• Demonstrated ability to work with clients to create story ideas and produce professional visual, audio and digital content
• Advanced skills in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) and Canva
• Experience using project management programs (e.g. Asana, Basecamp)
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Sound knowledge of accessibility standards (AODA) and digital media best practices
• Ability to be flexible with work schedule in order to work after hour events
• Ability to balance competing priorities and projects
• Candidates are expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment

Assets (Nonessential):

• Related work experience in a post-secondary environment

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Approachable
• Efficient
• Meticulous
• Organized
• Possess a positive attitude
• Problem solver
• Resourceful
• Team player
  
  

Closing Date: 06/09/2026, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 11 -- $76,577. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $97,928. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Communication/Media/Public Relations

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.