Digital Asset Coordinator

CC Pace Systems•Vienna, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Digital Asset Coordinator with 5+ years of professional experience to join our Marketing Creative Services team. In this role, you will manage, organize, update, edit, and archive all digital assets and files while developing and supporting our digital asset management systems. You will participate in DAM modernization and migration efforts, provide system support to users, ensure metadata and governance standards are followed across the organization, and maintain accurate tracking of asset usage and licensing. This position requires considerable judgment, initiative, and collaboration across teams.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a digital asset coordinator or similar role
Working knowledge of creative file formats and file size optimization (JPG, GIF, PNG, SVG, EPS, vector, and flattened images)
Experience overseeing digital catalogs or asset libraries (DAMs), including asset lifecycle management and metadata governance
Experience using online content management systems, including Adobe Experience Manager (AEM)
Experience supporting or participating in DAM migration efforts (e.g., DAM to EDAM), including asset preparation, metadata alignment, ingestion validation, or system transition support
Experience working and communicating with all levels of employees, management, stakeholders, and vendors; ability to build relationships through rapport, trust, diplomacy, and tact
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
Working knowledge of our client's functions, philosophy, operations, systems, and organizational objectives
Effective skill in image editing software and techniques, including color correction, photo retouching, and Adobe Creative Cloud solutions
Advanced organizational, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Advanced interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Effective word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software skills
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Graphic Design, Information or Computer Science, or an equivalent combination of education, training, or experience

Nice To Haves

Additional experience with enterprise DAM or EDAM platforms
Familiarity with metadata standards and taxonomies
Experience with digital asset workflow automation
Knowledge of digital rights management and licensing compliance

Responsibilities

Conduct daily management of Digital Asset Management Systems (DAMs), including AEM and related asset platforms
Maximize discovery of digital assets by enhancing product and lifestyle images with metadata that follows established guidelines and aligns with business objectives
Manage the lifecycle of image assets after creation, including selection, ingestion, governance, and ongoing maintenance within the AEM digital asset management system (DAM)
Support DAM evolution and migration initiatives (e.g., DAM to EDAM) by assisting with asset preparation, metadata alignment, ingestion standards, validation of migrated assets, and workflow readiness
Serve as subject matter expert for the digital asset management system (DAMs); maintain accurate system procedures and policies; contribute to process improvements, testing, documentation, training, and user support
Identify and communicate opportunities for improvement to aid in the overall enrichment and consistency of the metadata lifecycle
Coordinate and maintain organization of all assets and files for the Marketing Creative Services team, including Internally Generated Photography and Video, Campaign Photography, Stock Photography, Logos, Design Assets, Video B-roll, and other Special Projects
Act as point of contact for asset requests and handoff from internal team members in marketing, content strategists, and back-end developers, as well as outside vendors and partners
Partner with cross-functional teams to support DAM-related initiatives, including platform updates, workflow refinements, and migration readiness activities
Research streamlining opportunities to improve search and discovery within DAM platforms
Create, develop, grow, and maintain a naming convention framework that allows files to be located quickly and consistently
Ensure and manage the workflow of proper naming, labeling, organizing, and governance of content across all channels
Research and help implement new technologies, tools, or enhancements that streamline asset platforms, DAM processes, and migration-related workflows