Multimedia Project Specialist I

Title: Multimedia Project Specialist I

Location: College Station, TX

Full time

Job Description:

Job Title

Multimedia Project Specialist I

Agency

Texas A&M Agrilife Research

Department

Educational Development and Engagement

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

About Educational Development and Engagement 

Our primary focus is advancing the mission of Texas A&M AgriLife. Through educational development, we translate research into practical and meaningful learning experiences. With platform strategy, we seek to enrich and engage learners across Texas and beyond. Our platforms, AgriLife Learn and AgriLife Register provide educational resources to both online and in-person audiences. 

What We Need 

Are you passionate about making a difference in the world of education? Do you thrive on innovation and teamwork? If so, we want you to join our dynamic team at Educational Development and Engagement!

We are dedicated to embracing adaptability, pursuing excellence, practicing teamwork, fostering meaningful relationships, and celebrating the impact we make every day. 

As part of our complex team, you will play a crucial role in developing and supporting educational resources and platforms that reach hundreds of thousands of learners each year.  

Our vision is to empower lifelong learning through meaningful connections and the development of innovative, high-quality education for students and adults in Texas and beyond. We need individuals like you who resonate with our values and vision. 

If you believe your skills, work ethic, and integrity align with our mission, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our exciting journey!

The Multimedia Project Specialist I, under general supervision, creates and updates multimedia assets including graphics, video, and photo for online courses and publications. 

Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with subject matter experts (SMEs) and other EDE teams to create high quality digital assets that support AgriLife’s mission. 

• Develops/designs complex graphics for publications (print and digital), courses, and videos. 

• Efficiently captures and edits large quantities of videos/photos, while meeting project deadlines and internal quality standards. 

• Maintains and monitors division multimedia/graphic libraries (ex. PhotoShelter). 

• Reviews graphics, videos, and photos prior to publication. 

• Follows accessibility, branding, and style guidelines. 

• Learns various emerging technologies to support multimedia development. 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Required Education and Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

• One year of related experience. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• Ability to create original artwork across the fields of design, video, and photography. 

• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. 

• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• 2+ years' experience in multimedia production (graphic design, photography, videography, etc.). 

• Excellent verbal and written English language skills required, including:

  • Writing (using correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation)

  • Questioning (to elicit relevant information from subject matter experts)

  • Evaluating information (for correctness, coherence, audience appropriateness, etc.)

  • Synthesizing complex information for new audiences.

• The ability to be an articulate, professional communicator with strong interpersonal skills. 

• Proficiency with Adobe programs, such as: Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Illustrator, Lightroom, and Photoshop. 

• Experience with agricultural and/or life science fields of study. 

Other Requirements:

• Ability to commute to the Texas A&M campus in College Station, as this is not a remote position. 

• Ability to lift, transport, and set-up heavy equipment.

• Drives and travels as needed to perform duties. Travel up to 25% required. 

• Work beyond normal office hours including evenings and work on weekends may be necessary. 

What You Need to Know

Applicant Instructions: Include a Portfolio, Resume, and Cover Letter with your application. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Salary: Pay Grade 8. Compensation for this position is commensurate based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

Flexible Work Arrangements: Flexible work schedule and partially remote work may be available for this position, pending employee eligibility requirements are met in accordance with AgriLife Alternate Work Location Procedures.

Why Work at Texas A&M AgriLife?

When you choose to work for Texas A&M AgriLife, you become part of an organization that is an established leader in agriculture and life sciences with a wide range of capabilities to meet the needs of our statewide, national, and international constituents.

In addition, Texas A&M AgriLife offers a comprehensive benefit packing including the following:

• Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M AgriLife contributing to employee health and basic life premiums 

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays  

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas  

• Employee Wellness Initiative for Texas A&M AgriLife

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time 

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more.  

• Educational release time for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.