Job Description
Salary: $21.63 - $24.65 Hourly
Location : Sierra Vista Campus, AZ
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2401495
Division: zFT Community Engagement
Departments: zFT Community Engagement - Marketing & Advancement
Opening Date: 07/17/2024
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Remote Work Eligible: No
Pay Grade: NE06
Duration/Parameters: 40 Hours/Week; 12 Months/Year
Position Summary Position Summary: The Multimedia Content Specialist is responsible for creating and producing visual digital marketing content in a variety of formats (video, photography, sound and graphics) to develop and showcase the college's faculty, staff, students and alumni in alignment with the mission of the college and marketing initiatives.
Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees. This position is open until filled, with applications reviewed on receipt. The job posting may close at any time. Marketing Statement Cochise College serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges. The college has been recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate; providing over 90 general and technical education programs leading to a variety of workforce certificates and associate degrees. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). CHECK OUT COCHISE COLLEGE HERE! Duties and Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:
Assists in developing and creating multimedia content, digital artwork, animated graphics and video for a variety of media platforms such as video (long and short form), graphics, web, advertising and social media; Applies visual design best practice principles to the design and development of static and interactive elements (graphics, videos, animations, interactive simulations, etc.) when needed, while maintaining college branding/graphics standards
Captures, produces and edits video content that is specific for various channels; Completes pre- to post-production editing of photo and video files; Participates in the design of video graphics, titles, music, or creative look of multimedia assets; makes editorial decisions regarding assembly of information, illustrations, and content; Edits and proofreads content to ensure accuracy and adherence to brand guidelines
Assists the Media and Communications Manager with storytelling when video content is assigned; attends campus events and reports on visual stories to include documentary-style, testimonials and live broadcast via Facebook Live, Snapchat, or the web, to inform, entertain and engage potential and current students
Assists the department in taking publication-quality photos for distribution to appropriate outlets or publication uses as needed
Follows appropriate guidelines and processes for video production and collaborates with marketing team to ensure content represents the college's brand standards; stays current on all relevant laws, rules, statutes, practices and requirements of video production, including ADA requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned
General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.
Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Education and Experience Requirements: Associate's degree in media, video, journalism or related field from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education
Two years of multimedia content production/video production & editing experience
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
Knowledge of current industry principles, trends and best practices of video and media production
Knowledge of design tools, animation software and recording equipment to create audio, text, animation and visual effects
Knowledge of audio and video production software and applications including but not limited to use of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Premiere, After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator)
Knowledge of current information technologies, including but not limited to word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office and Google applications
Skill in graphic desgin, typography, video and multimedia development
Skill in coordinating and prioritizing competing demands
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple tasks through to completion with an attention to detail
Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment
Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive information
Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate action to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students and the public
Work Environment & Physical Requirements Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision in a classroom or office setting with appropriate climate control. Some projects and work tasks will require working outside in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, to include fine motor skills, ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Work is performed under limited supervision. Work is performed in a variety of environments indoors and outdoors. Travel, evening, and weekend work may be required.
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting only occasionally, walking and standing are required regularly, incumbents may be required to kneel, crouch/squat, crawl, climb, stoop, turn/twist, balance, reach, or handle
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important
Reports to: Media and Communications Manager
Cochise College is committed to providing a as part of total compensation for our benefit eligible employees.
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