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.
Other Requirements:
- Provision of reel or website of relevant materials is required.
Preferred Requirements:
- FAA Part 107 UAS certification.
Other Requirements:
Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM or as work requirements indicate; This position requires work beyond normal business hours, weekends, and holidays; This is an on-site position located in Stephenville, Texas; Provision of reel or website of relevant materials is required.
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Salary Range:
The target base annual salary range is $41,000 to $48,000 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skillset in relation to the minimum requirements of this position. Tarleton State University offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. As part of the Tarleton family, the following benefits are also available to full time and qualifying part time employees:
Educational Benefits - employee perks that help enrich, grow, and foster career and professional development:
- Family Education Benefit (Tuition Scholarship) – scholarship opportunities for Tarleton employees, their spouses, or their dependents available after 6 months of continued full-time employment. Click the link to learn more about this incredible Texan benefit!
- Masters Educational Assistance – is designed to invest in and assist employees further their knowledge, skills, and job effectiveness through 100% of eligible tuition and fees being paid on enrollment. Click link for additional guidelines and details!
Employee Health, Wellness, and Financial Planning
- Fully covered employee health insurance
- Reimbursement of Insurance Premium Deductions! The State of Texas contributes to eligible employees’ insurance coverages as of the 1st day of the month following 60 days of employment in an eligible position. For those who elect coverage PRIOR to the first of the month after 60 days of employment, Tarleton State University will reimburse employees the State contribution towards health coverage during those first 60 days.
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement and Insurance programs
Paid Leave
Tarleton employees enjoy one of the greatest PTO packages in the area!
- Paid sick leave
- Holiday pay
- Vacation
- Longevity pay
- Paid Birthday Leave – Tarleton State University awards all leave-eligible employees paid time off for their birthday!
Other
- Complimentary tickets to all Athletic and Performing Fine Arts events!
- Tarleton Employees enjoy two complimentary general admission tickets for athletics and performing fine arts events on campus! Join Texan Nation on the bleachers or in the auditorium.
- Employee Wellness Release Time
- Staff Gym Membership Discount with Campus Recreation
- and other Tarleton Discounts
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration. Initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
Application Procedure:
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
Employment applications must include:
- Completed online application
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.
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