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Pay Grade/Pay Range: $12.00/hour

Department/Organization: 750501 - Alabama Water Institute (AWI)

Normal Work Schedule: Flexible

Job Summary: The Alabama Water Institute (AWI) is seeking a creative and motivated Multimedia Intern to join their Communications Team. The Multimedia Intern focuses on video and audio production outreach by capturing and editing engaging video and podcast content for use in AWI’s storytelling, social media, and other marketing efforts.

Additional Department Summary: Films and produces short videos for AWI’s social media platforms, showcasing events, faculty research, and community impact. Captures and edits footage at AWI-hosted events to create dynamic, informative video content. Extracts audio and video clips from long-form content (e.g., event footage, lectures, and podcasts) to develop shorter, targeted segments for online use. Collaborates with the Communications Team to brainstorm and create social media assets that effectively communicate AWI’s work. Assists with occasional writing tasks, such as social media captions and descriptions for video content. Participates in other media-related tasks as assigned, with opportunities to develop skills in a range of multimedia techniques.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Current University of Alabama undergraduate student in good academic standing.

Skills and Knowledge: Understanding of audio and video production, including video and DSLR camera operations, filming and photography techniques, and proficiency with video editing software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe Audition. Familiarity with social media platforms including Instagram, X, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Basic audio editing skills. Creative storytelling skills. Ability to present academic research in an engaging and accessible way through visual media. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications: Interest in refining editing skills. Experience with social media platforms and a passion for communication. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and an enthusiasm for showcasing scientific research to the general public. Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Ability to work Fridays as needed.

Enrollment Requirements: Applicants must meet enrollment requirements to be eligible for on-campus student employment. Applicants must be enrolled in a UA degree program and meet minimum credit hour requirements during the academic year: Undergraduate Students must be registered for at least 6 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; Graduate Students must be registered for at least 4.5 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; International Students must be registered full-time (Undergraduate = 12 credit hours, Graduate = 9 credit hours) during fall/spring semesters. Enrollment requirements must be maintained for the duration of on-campus employment. Individual hiring departments and programs may also have additional eligibility requirements for employment.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster