Senior Producer - Office of Communications & Marketing - UTK

University of Tennessee Athletic Marketing Department
University of Tennessee Athletic Marketing Department

Marketing & Communications

Knoxville, TN, USA

Posted on Jun 18, 2026

The senior producer works as a member of the Video Production team within the Office of Communications and Marketing (OCM) to support the mission of OCM and the overall mission of the university. The senior producer functions as an experienced “video storyteller” and produces videos that promote UT Knoxville’s brand and image, regularly producing high profile projects for executive level administration. Projects focus on a wide range of visual communications including recruiting prospective students to the university, generating awareness for campus-wide initiatives, engaging alumni, and informing our local, statewide and national community about academic successes and impactful research.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, has shaped leaders, changemakers, and innovative thinkers since its founding in 1794. The university is home to more than 38,000 students and 10,000 statewide employees—the Volunteers—who uphold the university’s tradition of lighting the way for others through leadership and service.

UT Knoxville offers over 900 programs of study across 14 degree-granting colleges and schools. As Tennessee’s flagship land-grant university, its footprint spans the entire state. The university holds the highest Carnegie classification for research activity and has deep partnerships with industry leaders and the US Department of Energy’s largest multidisciplinary laboratory, Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

The Knoxville campus serves and recruits for UT Knoxville, including the Institute of Agriculture and the Space Institute, as well as the UT Institute of Public Service.

UT Knoxville considers its employees its number one asset. With values that focus on work-life balance, compensation, and innovation leadership, all Vols are supported to advance professionally. Employees have access to career development and coaching, continued education, and an extensive list of development and training possibilities. The Volunteer employee experience implements structures and practices to attract and retain top-tier talent, fostering a strong staff community and supporting a culture of involvement and engagement for everyone.

The university holds a strong commitment to its land-grant mission of learning and engagement, with a tradition of service and leadership that carries that Volunteer spirit throughout the state and around the world. It has been ranked nationally as “Best Employer for New Graduates,” “One of America’s Best Large Employers,” and “Best Workplace for Women,” and has been designated as “Best Place for Working Parents” by Forbes Magazine.

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The senior producer works as a member of the Video Production team within the Office of Communications and Marketing (OCM) to support the mission of OCM and the overall mission of the university. The senior producer functions as an experienced “video storyteller” and produces videos that promote UT Knoxville’s brand and image.

Required

  • High School Diploma and at least 9 years of video production experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified; OR,

  • Associate’s degree and at least 7 years of video production experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified; OR,

  • Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of video production experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Required experience from PD

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Advanced knowledge of video production principles

  • Strong videography skills

  • Strong audio production skills

  • Strong lighting skills

  • Adobe Premiere or AVID Media Composer non-linear editing skills

  • Video production planning skills

  • Visual storytelling skills

  • Ability to create motion graphics and animation

  • Strong organizational skills

  • Strong project management skills

  • Ability to learn new software

  • Ability to direct talent and conduct interviews

  • Ability to estimate cost and stay within a project’s budget

  • Ability to operate various types of video cameras including HDSLR and documentary-style motion picture cameras

  • Multi-role LIVE video production skills

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without need now or in the future for sponsorship for employment-based visa status.

Preferred

  • Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years video production experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Ability to operate advanced cinematography cameras including ARRI or Canon models

  • Strong non-linear editing skills

  • Adobe Creative Suite Software Skills

  • DaVinci Resolve or Adobe Premier color grading skills

  • Advanced project management skills

Work Location

  • Knoxville, TN

  • This is an onsite position with some hybrid work schedule flexibility

Compensation and Benefits

  • UT market range: MR10

  • Find more information on the UT Market Range structure here

The university offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes health insurance and retirement plans through the State of Tennessee, generous annual and sick leave accruals, longevity pay, tuition waivers and discounts, and more. Find more information on UT Benefits here

Application Instructions

For full consideration, applicants must apply electronically and submit a portfolio of work such as a website, and/or online links to videos produced, as well as a cover letter, resume, and the names, email addresses and phone numbers of three references. A minimum of two references should be current or previous supervisors.

About The College/Department/Division

The Office of Communications and Marketing is dedicated to advancing the university’s reputation. Staff members support the institution’s mission and goals, promote its successes and achievements, inform and engage its stakeholders, and ensure the integrity of its brand. We craft audience-focused communications based on data, best-practices, and emerging trends.

The division comprises several cross-functional teams, employing professionals with expertise in design, development, video production, content strategy, feature writing, editing, marketing, media relations, internal communication, and special events.

Additional Information on all postings provided by UTK

  • Video Production: Determines creative direction and visual tone for content. Creates, plans, oversees, and executes all facets of high-quality video productions. Operates video cameras and directs lighting setups in field and studio production. Edits audio/video footage on computer editing systems. Develops and executes visual graphic ideas, motion graphics and animations. May direct the work of others on video projects.

  • Project Management: Manages all aspects of a video project from initial concept to final delivery. Interacts with clients to determine project scope and continues correspondence to project completion. Schedules staff, equipment and participants for video productions. Establishes financial budgets for video projects, and is responsible for maintaining cost control.

  • Communication & Collaboration: Initiates customer/client relationships across campus and externally, from the department level to upper administration. Maintains positive lines of communication/feedback during video projects. Collaborates with other Communications & Marketing team members on department-wide, strategic initiatives.

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