Director of Multimedia Production Job at University of Texas in Toledo

Content Summary: Director of Multimedia Production at Toledo, for University of Texas

Director of Multimedia Production

Apply locations UT MAIN CAMPUS

time type Full time

posted on Posted 24 Days Ago

Job Posting Title: Director of Multimedia Production

Hiring Department: University Marketing and Communications

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Exempt

Earliest Start Date: Immediately

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details:

Purpose

The Director of Multimedia Production will oversee University multimedia production efforts and report to the Assistant Vice President for Creative and Brand Strategy. As a leader on the University Marketing and Communications team (UMAC), this role leads and mentors a team that manages and produces all types of video projects and still photography across a variety of campaigns and communications efforts — from day-to-day news and storytelling to strategic marketing videos. This role will be responsible for providing creative direction to elevate UT Austin in support of the University’s strategic priorities. Our ideal candidate is a creative, collaborative, forward-thinking visual storyteller who can produce, edit, manage, and oversee the full range of technical requirements for multimedia pieces from initial conception to final deliverable.

Responsibilities

• Video Production: Directs video productions and serves frequently as the lead videographer and editor on projects ranging from single camera to multi-camera field and studio productions. This includes interacting with and guiding clients, subjects/talent and others through the production process. Operates and/or directs the operation of professional cameras, audio, lighting and related equipment to effectively create a variety of video types. Exercises creative decision-making while editing into a completed technically and aesthetically effective presentation. Works with Brand Manager and creative team to ensure brand consistency. Ensures completed videos are uploaded to the appropriate place, made available for distribution and archiving, and meet industry standards for accessibility. Collaborates with UMAC leaders to oversee production of the University’s national spot that airs on televised broadcasts of Longhorn Athletics. Supports other high-priority University video projects as directed by leadership.
• Development and Planning: Works with UMAC staff to identify creative, high-impact projects that encourage audience engagement, leverage social media, and capture and communicate strategic messages. Creates proposals, outlines and/or scripts and storyboards for clarity of purpose, consideration of audience, and appropriate creative and technical approach for evaluation by supervisor. Manages and ensures an engaging presence on UT’s institutional sites on YouTube, Vimeo and other video hosting sites. Estimates production requirements (including equipment and crew), provides budget estimates, and evaluates copyright clearance and release requirements. In advance of video productions, works with assigned project managers to coordinate production crew, production schedule, locations, and equipment. Works closely with the assigned project manager through all phases of each project to obtain client input, solve problems, and keep projects on schedule.
• Team Management: Manages, trains, evaluates, recruits, and mentors a team of professional videographers, photographers, and editors. Oversees work product to ensure it meets quality standards, client expectations, and deadlines. Helps to advance the operation and scope of the multimedia unit while balancing the unit’s workload and deliverable calendar. May supervise freelance contractors and student employees. Regularly meets with UMAC staff and other marketing and communications teams across campus to explore ideas for video projects and serves as a resource for best practices with communicators outside of UMAC based in academic and administrative units across campus. Provides weekly project updates to supervisor.
• Operations: Ensures proper upkeep of, maintains inventory of, and recommends necessary upgrades to production equipment. Ensures campus B-roll and video library is refreshed periodically and made available for distribution.
• Other related functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field.
• More than 8 years of experience in a multimedia production and storytelling role.
• Expert-level understanding of video production and editing equipment, software, and industry-leading best practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in related field.
• Drone license and drone video experience.
• More than 10 years of experience in a multimedia production and storytelling role.
• Experience working in television news producing stories under deadline for daily newscasts.
• Experience managing multimedia producers and creators.
• Experience with and strong ability in all aspects of visual storytelling and multimedia production, including conceptualizing, storyboarding, scripting, producing, lighting, shooting, and editing.
• Demonstrated success bringing visually challenging concepts to life with an unbridled sense of creativity.
• Experience working with multimedia producers and creators.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment both independently and collaboratively across several units and organizations, including with subject matter experts.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once while delivering on deadlines.
• Ability to effectively communicate and present ideas and recommendations.

Working Conditions:

• This position is based in Austin, TX on the UT Main Campus and is expected to have a regular in-office presence.
• Able to lift, roll or carry equipment. May work in all weather conditions. May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Nights and weekend work may be required during peak periods.

Salary

$130,000 + negotiable depending upon experience

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• Please provide a link to a portfolio of 3-5 relevant video samples on your CV/Resume
• Cover letter
• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor (current or previous).

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin uses E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015.

Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).

About Us

In 2024, The University of Texas at Austin was recognized as a 5 Year Champion having placed in the top 10 among Texas employers and top 15 for higher education institutions on Forbes’s list of 500 best large employers five years running. The University’s aspiration to become the world’s highest-impact public research university is driven by our outstanding people. Our employees are the bedrock of our university and are empowered to be true to themselves, to participate fully in our vibrant university, and to thrive as individuals. UT Austin offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education and public service.

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