Project Manager, Multimedia Productions Job at Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C

Project Manager, Multimedia Productions

Department: Television and Video Services

Location: Metropolitan Campus

Reports To: Executive Director, Television and Video Services

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req5474

Employment Type: Full-Time Support Staff

Union Position: Non-Union

Work Schedule: M-F 8:30am-5pm Some Evenings and Weekends

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

SUMMARY

This position will be responsible for capturing multi-media content at various events and/or activities to document and produce high-quality programming, that will be distributed through various platforms to inform, entertain, and educate internal and external audiences about the college.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Captures professional photographs and/or video in various locations (meetings, presentations, luncheons, events, etc.)

* Collects and organizes images and/or video footage for use in stories

* Writes, records and edits short and long format narratives for photo and/or video stories

* Conducts research to identify topics of interest to internal and external audiences

* Conducts interviews with newsmakers, experts, and other sources to gather information for stories

* Confidentially and discreetly handles subject matter requiring privacy and sensitivity

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

* Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Broadcast Journalism, Communications, or related field

* Valid Ohio drivers license

* Minimum of five years of professional experience in the industry of photography and video production using broadcast and professional equipment, systems and software

* Demonstrated knowledge of video and film equipment

* Demonstrated experience in writing for social media, company branding, promotional and documentary style videos

* Demonstrated experience in the management of various social media accounts (Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Snapchat, Tiktok, etc.)

Demonstrated experience writing articles/blogs for distribution over multiple platforms

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

* Ability to travel and work evenings/weekends; adapting to a schedule that will vary week to week depending on events

* Comfortability working under tight deadlines where production value and efficiency are paramount

* Ability to shoot and edit on the go to meet deadlines and upload content

* Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite (Premiere, Photoshop, After Effects)

* Proficiency with Portfolio-Photo Management Software

* Proficiency with state-of-the-art professional cameras and related hardware

* Possesses excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

* Possesses strong organizational and time-management skills

* Works accurately with great attention to detail

* Ability to document/shoot for the edit

* Ability to effectively complete work assignments independently

* Ability to prioritize/handle multiple tasks and work with deadlines in a dynamic environment

* Show and maintain proficiency in current major social media platforms

* Basic-level proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

* Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity

* Ability to collaborate, persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas on significant projects

* Ability to conceptualize, pitch, and produce projects/stories for high profile stakeholders

* Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance work flow and quality

Sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of a diverse population

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

* Communication

* Adaptability

* Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

* Collaboration

* Service Focus

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

* Time Utilization

* Continuous Improvement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

* Demonstrated experience as a backpack filmmaker/reporter

* Familiar with shooting and editing daily vlogs and other short form content

* Same day editing (vlog) experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

* Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted

* Work is performed in a variety of environments that one would expect to encounter within a College setting. Film work may be in settings ranging from classrooms to manufacturing settings depending on the nature of story being worked on.

* Requires evening and weekend assignments

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.

Special Note:

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.