Multimedia Specialist, Penn State Alumni Association

The Pennsylvania State University•University Park, FL

10d•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, the specialist works closely with the Alumni Association’s Marketing and Communications Team and other partners to create visual communications and multimedia experiences across digital platforms. The role involves planning, producing, editing, and reviewing video and audio content; supporting digital communications with web graphics, interactive media, social media assets, and other multimedia; and translating complex ideas, institutional objectives, and brand values into engaging, human-centered stories. The specialist collaborates with stakeholders, subject matter experts, content authors, project teams, vendors, contractors, and other partners. They produce and integrate graphics, illustrations, photography, animation, sound, text, and video for print and digital uses, and contribute to website and web-based communication design, functionality, maintenance, and accessibility. The position may also oversee multimedia production 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 supported when compatible with the unit’s needs and the position’s essential duties; approval of remote or hybrid work is not guaranteed. Evening and weekend availability may be needed to fulfill job responsibilities.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail.
Ability to succeed on cross-functional, fast-paced teams with multiple deadlines, stakeholders, and complexity.
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 such as Adobe Creative Suite; 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.
Detail-oriented, creative, and solutions-focused, with the ability to establish and manage multiple priorities, communicate and collaborate with others, and work independently.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.
Ability to self-motivate and work both independently and 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 U.S.; Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment visa.

Nice To Haves

Experience with animation.
Experience with photography.

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 translate complex ideas, institutional objectives, and brand values into engaging stories 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 approaches to different digital formats, trends, and audience expectations.
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.