Digital Content Manager (Cinematographer/Creative Video Producer)

Digital Content Manager (Cinematographer/Creative Video Producer) Springfield, IL, United States | 1004984 Posted on: 4/30/2026 Digital Content Manager (Cinematographer/Creative Video Producer)

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About UIS:

Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at Application deadline: 6/5/2026

Minimum Starting Salary:

$23.07 per hour/7.5 hour day

Summary:

The Digital Content Manager produces social media content, short-form videos, audio storytelling, and digital history features that connect regional communities with local history.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Produce short-form video content for social media platforms. Script and record digital history segments highlighting local stories. Develop audio storytelling and podcast-style programming. Create digital features highlighting community history, cultural heritage, and historic sites. Create digital content for the exhibit with the director. Travel throughout central Illinois to collect local stories. Collaborate with local historians, museums, and community organizations. Document oral histories and community narratives. Manage social media accounts and maintain a consistent posting schedule. Design engaging posts, reels, and story series. Monitor analytics and audience engagement to guide content strategy. Develop thematic storytelling series (e.g., rural history, Route 66 heritage, agricultural stories). Maintain a digital content calendar. Maintain website. Identify opportunities for digital exhibits and interactive storytelling. Highlight partner organizations through digital spotlights. Work with the director to support heritage tourism initiatives and regional events. Split attending partner events with the director. Work with the director to promote collaborative storytelling across the regional network. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in film/video production, cinematography, radio and television, documentary film production, photojournalism, communications, graphic design, public history or a closely related field to the position. 2. One (1) year (12 months) of professional work experience in areas including non-linear video editing, motion graphics, video lighting and composition, camera operation, graphics design, audio recording, video production, or a closely related professional area. 3. Based on position requirements, additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position, may be required.

NOTE:

Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree or coursework in public history or related field
• Experience interpreting historical materials for public audiences
• Experience working with museums, archives, or cultural organizations
• Experience in historical research and interpretation

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong organization skills Ability to organize and prioritize multiple goals and projects under tight deadlines Ability to use team collaboration tools (e.g., Box, Google Drive) Strong storytelling and writing skills. Ability to assist others in a friendly and helpful manner Ability to resolve technical problems Good interpersonal and presentation skills Reliable transportation, driver's license and proof of automobile insurance required.

Physical Demands:

Standing :

Frequently

Walking :

Frequently

Sitting :

Frequently

Lifting :

Occasionally

Carrying :

Occasionally

Pushing :

Occasionally

Pulling :

Occasionally

Climbing :

Rarely

Balancing :

Rarely

Stooping :

Occasionally

Kneeling :

Occasionally

Crouching :

Rarely

Crawling :

Rarely

Reaching :

Occasionally

Handling :

Frequently

Grasping :

Occasionally

Feeling :

Frequently

Talking :

Frequently

Hearing :

Frequently

Repetitive Motions :

Occasionally

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination :

Frequently

Taste/Smell :

Occasionally

Performing Manual Tasks :

Occasionally

Working Conditions:

Extreme cold : Occasionally Extreme heat : Occasionally

Humid :

Occasionally

Wet :

Occasionally

Noise :

Occasionally

Hazards :

Rarely

Temperature Change :

Occasionally

Atmospheric Conditions :

Occasionally

Vibration :

Rarely

Travel Requirements:

30% Travel throughout central Illinois to collect local stories.