Multimedia Production Specialist I

Texas A&M University System•Corpus Christi, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Harte Research Institute (HRI) is seeking a Multimedia Production Specialist to support the institute’s visual communications and multimedia projects. This role provides hands-on assistance in graphic design, video, and photography, while also coordinating with print vendors to ensure high-quality, on-brand deliverables to produce accurate, visually engaging content for HRI’s social media, digital and print publications, marketing materials, and institutional initiatives including but not limited to development and community outreach. This position will report to the Creative Manager.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in applicable field
High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience OR Associates degree in applicable field and two (2) years of related experience
Must have a valid driver’s license.
Excellence in digital photography of wildlife, panoramic scenes, portraits and branding initiatives or similar.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign or similar) and Canva.
Experience in visual identity, marketing and advertising, and print graphic design.
Experience with video editing, lighting design, microphone set-up and operation and other equipment necessary for video production.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication and follow-up skills, particularly when coordinating with vendors.

Nice To Haves

Knowledgeable about the Cannon Camera platform
Experience with web design, information design, motion graphics design and environmental graphics design.
Previous experience supporting creative or marketing projects.
Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Ability to conceptually understand instructional needs and translate them into multimedia designs.
Knowledge of planning and executing marketing plans with regards to multimedia preferred.
Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Supports development and production of visualization projects.
Serve as primary institute photographer in office and field settings.
Manage and grow institute photo library, inform HRI on available assets and send to end users as needed.
Act as secondary videographer for video projects, assisting with set-up, photography and filming, and post-production tasks including logging footage, editing, creating rough cuts, and preparing content for social media, YouTube or other publishing platforms.
Research and develop engaging multimedia and graphic design projects and visual asset creation to support HRI marketing, branding and outreach.
Collaborate with the Creative Manager and Marketing & Communications team to ensure consistency and quality across all projects.
Sets up and operates cameras, lighting units, microphones, and other equipment for field production.
Operate University vehicles to pick up supplies, transport equipment, and travel to field and project sites.
Maintains University image identity standards.
Prioritize, organize, and schedule work assignments and projects.
Coordinate printed projects obtaining quotes, working with internal and external printing vendors, and tracking project status through completion.
Maintain organized records of creative assets and project progress.
Evaluate products and services for quality standards.
Design logos and graphics for purchased marketing items to ensure items are properly branded, have a high-quality look and feel, and meet HRI and University identity standards.
Assist with gift basket creation and archive room maintenance.
Assist with events as needed.
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Medical $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: Employee and Spouse Employee and Children Employee and Family coverage
Dental & Vision
Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account
DUAL CAREER PARTNER PROGRAM
ON-CAMPUS WELLNESS OPPORTUNITIES
Work Life Solutions: Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources
Tuition Benefits: Public Loan Forgiveness
Book scholarships
100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply).
Retirement: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan
8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month.
8 hours of sick leave time off every month.
8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave.
12-15 paid holidays each year.