Hybrid Multimedia Specialist - Health Sciences and Medicine

Overview

Hybrid Multimedia Specialist - Health Sciences and Medicine. The Health Sciences Communications and Marketing at West Virginia University is accepting applications for a hybrid Multimedia Specialist. This position assists with the creation, design and execution of digital media for West Virginia University Health Sciences and Medicine, including videos, website content, publication design, email communications, social media and other marketing communications. The role collaborates with Health Sciences Communications and Marketing, WVU Medicine Marketing and WVU Strategic Communications and Marketing to showcase the work of the Health Sciences and its five health schools and research enterprise.

This role reports to the Senior Multimedia Specialist.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and offer generous benefits, including wellness programs and retirement options.

Multimedia and Video Content (75%)

• Scope architecture for digital and multimedia projects using wire frames and storyboards.
• Enhance photographs and digital imagery to create high visual impact and produce artistic and info graphic elements.
• Manage video, digital and multimedia assets for routine access and long-term archival.
• Receive and incorporate feedback from clients and team members to produce high quality work.
• Hold or participate in initial and follow-up meetings to identify and prioritize project ideas and goals with clients.
• Travel independently to on-campus and off-campus locations for project meetings and events as necessary.
• Use good file and content management practices to efficiently organize and share projects, generating a database of video footage.
• Use project management tools and other processes to collaborate and document work with team members and clients.
• Complete time- and information-sensitive projects on time, prior to deadlines.
• Communicate project needs and potential scheduling issues and provide status updates regularly.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as needed and required.
• Collaborate with WVU Medicine Marketing and WVU Strategic Communications and Marketing to secure b-roll or associated photography and materials when possible.

Web, Email and Social Templates, Pages and Content (25%)

• Design graphical user interfaces, HTML-based email, social media, and content elements that are accessible for people with disabilities.
• Develop web and email templates and social media components (headers, covers, etc.).
• Transfer web and email designs from pre-production to production.
• Review and test adequately before implementing or changing a project and assist with ongoing quality assurance efforts.
• Troubleshoot, document and help resolve problems related to compatibility issues.
• Assist with other duties, as assigned.

Bachelor’s degree in journalism, visual communications, creative arts, graphic design, or a related field.

A minimum of two (2) years of creative experience, including one (1) year of experience in multimedia/video production and Adobe suite of editing software.

Higher ed, medical marketing, and general marketing experience is preferred.

• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.

All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

• Excellent interpersonal (written and spoken) communication skills.
• Varied and progressive web, graphic design, digital multimedia and video skills.
• Excellent skills operating computer, photography and video equipment.
• Advanced knowledge of HTML, CSS and RSS preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of graphic design, photography and videography required.
• Advanced knowledge of applications in the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Sound knowledge of video and sound recording, editing and production techniques.
• Strong command of English language and grammar usage.
• Ability to record, edit and produce high-quality audio and video multimedia.
• Ability to edit and adapt content for other mediums and formats.
• Ability to design functional, accessible, standards-based products for web, email, social, video and multimedia.
• Ability to effectively communicate with clients to identify project requirements and provide progress updates.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple ongoing projects.
• Ability to manage evolving deadlines and project requirements.

Ability to present information and communicate in group and team settings, both small and large.

• Valid Driver's License

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees. Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.