Creative Media Team Support at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington

, Wellington, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Photography, Videography, Editing, Motion Design, Graphic Design, Copywriting, Producing, Sound, Retouching, Production Support, Creative Input, Art Direction, Time Management, Communication, Collaboration, Reliability

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Are you looking for a casual role where you can expand your creative skills? Do you have the ability to follow brand guidelines and work within structured processes and systems? Have you got the availability to accept project-based casual assignments while meeting deadlines and schedules? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington is establishing a new casual pool of Creative & Production Professionals to support the in‑house Creative team as project demand fluctuates throughout the year. The pool provides additional capacity and specialist skills while maintaining consistent creative standards, structured processes, and a stable production environment. Engagements are casual (employee status) and project‑based, with varying scope and complexity. Key responsibilities (dependent on discipline): Deliver photography, videography, and related production outputs. Complete editing, colour grading, and post‑production tasks. Create motion graphics, animation, and visual design assets. Develop graphic design, copywriting, and other creative content. Provide art direction, creative input, and project or production support. Produce, compose, or edit audio as required. Retouch and edit photographs. Support on set production across camera, lighting, sound, and general crew roles. Ō pūmanawa - About you You are a motivated, craft‑driven professional with a collaborative mindset who takes pride in delivering work that is fit for purpose. This pool is for individual practitioners, not companies or studios. Key requirements: Demonstrated experience in one or more relevant disciplines (e.g., photography, videography, editing, motion design, graphic design, copywriting, producing, sound, retouching, production support). A portfolio or links that show strong craft and consistent standards. Professionalism, reliability, and excellent communication with the ability to adjust to different audiences and stakeholders. Ability to follow brand guidelines and work within structured processes and systems. Strong organisation and time management; comfortable working to deadlines and schedules. Availability to accept project‑based casual assignments as needed. Close date for vacancy: 10 February 2026. Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Nando Azevedo, Creative Media Production Manager (nando.azevedo@vuw.ac.nz). How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Please send a Cover Letter with your application outlining why you think you are the best fit for the role, in your Cover Letter also be sure to include: A short overview of your creative practice or background, information around your key skills and preferred types of work, web-links or attachments showing relevant examples of your work and what your availability is for casual employment. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted. Mō Te Herenga Waka - About Our University Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we have made here. Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise. Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team Ready to make a difference? Join Te Tai Matihiko - Digital Solutions and be at the forefront of innovation! Our team excels in software and hardware support, cutting-edge learning technology, research assistance, project management, and IT security. Embrace a dynamic environment where your skills will thrive and make a real impact. Be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to excellence and continuous growth.

Responsibilities

The role involves delivering various creative outputs such as photography, videography, and editing, as well as providing art direction and production support. Responsibilities may vary based on the specific project and discipline.