Multimedia Production Specialist I

Job Title

Multimedia Production Specialist I

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Editorial & Creative Services

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The Multimedia Production Specialist I, under general supervision, supports development of multimedia and dynamic media projects with photography, video, script writing, and other forms of the written word. The MPS I will serve as a primary videographer for the Department of Marketing and Communications projects in addition to supporting photo production efforts within the Office of Multimedia Productions. 

This position is in-office located on the Stephenville, Texas main campus with work hours: Monday-Friday; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate. Serves as Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Responsibilities:

60% Video Production

• Produce, direct, record, edit and publish promotional, commercial and news videos. Participates in pre-production tasks including idea creation, concept development, storyboarding, and scriptwriting. Prioritizes, organizes, and schedules work assignments and projects. Identifies and schedules talent for productions.

• Lead production in studio and in the field. Design and construct lighting arrangements. Operate cameras, microphones, teleprompters, and other equipment for field production.

• Perform video post-production tasks including logging footage, creating rough cuts, and editing revised and final versions of video clips. Select graphics, music, and visuals consistent with university brand standards and guidelines to create finished products. Evaluates products and services for quality standards.

• Maintains knowledge of latest video editing software, studio technology, and production equipment. Develops support for animation, kinetic typography, creative compositing, and special effects.

• Support high visibility live events in partnership with Tarleton’s Information Technology department.

30% Photography

• Capture images representing the full range of activities occurring at Tarleton State university using creativity and technical abilities for use in for university publications, emails, websites, and social media channels.

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of photoshoots, including working with university partners to identify talent, securing locations, coordinating schedules, recommending attire, setting up lighting, conducting shoots, selecting best results, and editing for final use.

• Edit photos for content and technical quality. Work with designers and project managers to determine photo needs for upcoming projects and plan photoshoots accordingly.

• Maintain digital library of visual assets representing the Tarleton experience. This process includes tagging and organizing assets so that they are easily found by designers, social media staff, content managers, and campus partners.

• Work independently as well as part of a team to handle situations with diplomacy and tact.

10% Teamwork and Collaboration

• Work with student workers to encourage growth and teamwork while fostering an open, welcoming environment. Engage in self-education opportunities to adapt to new technologies and pursue regular professional development.

• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Video Production, Digital Media, or related studies, or equivalent combination of education and experience;

• Experience with DSLR, Mirrorless, and/or broadcast video cameras and a variety of lenses.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough understanding of video cameras, photography equipment, professional lighting, professional audio, and microphones.

• Knowledge of video and photo post-production in a Mac based environment.

• Ability to develop, plan, and execute phot and video projects, including scouting, storyboarding, talent identification and production requirements.

• Understanding of different media formats for web, social media, and other digital distribution.

• Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

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