Multimedia Specialist, Penn State Alumni Association

Penn State University•University Park, IL

12d•$54,060 - $86,400•Onsite

About The Position

Penn State is seeking a Multimedia Specialist to support the Penn State Alumni Association as part of the Division of Development and Alumni Relations. Reporting to the Creative Director and working closely with the Alumni Association’s Marketing and Communications Team and other partners, this role develops and produces visual and multimedia communications that translate institutional objectives, complex ideas, and brand values into engaging, human-centered stories across digital platforms. The specialist participates in the creative development, planning, production, and quality review of video and audio content; supports digital communications through web graphics, interactive media, social media assets, and multimedia content; and designs, edits, and produces graphic art and multimedia products for a range of purposes and platforms. The role also collaborates on websites and web-based communications, including visual design, user interface enhancements, functionality, and accessibility. The position may oversee production activities and coordinate vendors, contractors, interns, or project teams. The position is based at the University Park campus in State College, Pennsylvania. Flexible work arrangements may be considered when compatible with unit needs and essential duties; remote or hybrid work approval is not guaranteed. The position may require evening and weekend work as needed. Applicants should provide a cover letter, resume/CV, and a link to a digital portfolio. Employment is contingent on successful completion of required background checks, and applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; Penn State does not sponsor staff employment visas.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail.
Ability to succeed on cross-functional, fast-paced teams with multiple deadlines, stakeholders, and complex work.
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to create and maintain an inclusive and respectful environment for students and colleagues.
Strong visual storytelling and creative direction skills, with demonstrated experience in audio/video production, editing, and post-production.
Professional experience with video editing software; proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop, and Illustrator is required.
Strong foundation in graphic design principles, typography, composition, color theory, pacing, and multimedia design.
Creative, detail-oriented, and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, communicate and collaborate with others, and work independently.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.
Proven ability to self-motivate and work independently as well as part of a team.
Commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.
If filled as Graphic Design Specialist - Advanced Professional: bachelor’s degree and 3 or more years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
If filled as Graphic Design Specialist - Intermediate Professional: associate degree and 2 or more years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; Penn State does not sponsor staff employment visas.
Successful completion of University background check(s) is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with animation and photography is a plus.
A digital portfolio demonstrating strong storytelling, concept execution, and technical craft.

Responsibilities

Participate in the creative development, planning, production, and quality review of video and audio content.
Coordinate projects and production schedules with internal and external partners, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders as assigned.
Ensure compliance with accessibility requirements, contractual obligations, copyright requirements, confidentiality and privacy policies, and applicable organizational standards and guidelines.
Support digital communication initiatives through web graphics, interactive media, social media assets, and multimedia content development.
Create narrative-driven visual communications and multimedia experiences that communicate complex ideas, institutional objectives, and brand values across digital platforms.
Collaborate with stakeholders, subject matter experts, content authors, and project teams to align visual and multimedia solutions with institutional objectives, messaging, and mission.
Align visual narratives with organizational goals and brand identity, adapting storytelling to the formats, trends, and audience expectations of different digital outlets.
Design, develop, edit, and produce graphic art, visual communications, and multimedia products for promotional, advertising, educational, informational, administrative, and instructional purposes.
Create and manipulate graphic images, illustrations, photography, animation, sound, text, and video into integrated multimedia solutions across print and digital platforms.
Design, edit, and integrate digital content, graphics, animation, photography, illustrations, and other visualization and imaging products.
Collaborate in the design, development, maintenance, and updating of websites and web-based communication products, including visual design, user interface enhancements, functionality, and accessibility compliance.
May oversee multimedia production activities and coordinate the work of vendors, contractors, interns, or project teams.