MultiMedia Specialist

Description

General Purpose:

The Multimedia Specialist is a talented and innovative creator, who produces compelling visual content across channels. This role requires a strategic thinker who thrives on creating impactful brand storytelling through design, websites, video and photography. The ideal candidate is a creative self-starter who enjoys variety, learning new skills and contributing fresh ideas in a dynamic environment.

Essential Functions:

1. Design and create visually appealing assets for digital, social media, website and print materials.
2. Plan, shoot, and edit high-quality photography and video content that align with the brand’s aesthetic.
3. Manage and maintain the company website, ensuring content accuracy and optimizing results.
4. Assist in the creation of email campaigns.
5. Create and design internal presentations and graphics as needed.
6. Ensure brand consistency and adherence to brand guidelines in all creative projects.
7. Collaborate with marketing colleagues to develop creative marketing strategies and campaigns.
8. Supervise externally developed creative materials to ensure brand consistency.
9. Maintain our in-house production studio’s video equipment, ensuring its optimal performance.
10. Stay updated on design trends, marketing best practices and emerging creative technologies.
11. Oversee recording, editing and publishing of our Ardent Exchange podcast.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Job Requirements (Knowledge/Abilities):

1. Proven experience in graphic design, photography and video production, with a portfolio showcasing previous work.
2. Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and image composition.
3. Experience developing creative within brand guidelines.
4. Expertise in shooting and editing videos and photos.
5. Skilled in operating camera and lighting equipment for both photography and videography.
6. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Lightroom) or similar design and editing software.
7. Familiarity with Kentico CMS is preferred.
8. Knowledge of iContact or similar email platforms.
9. Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
10. Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Job Requirements (Education/Experience):

1. Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, Visual Arts or related field.
2. A portfolio showcasing previous graphic design, video and photography work.
3. Minimum of five years experience working on a Marketing team required, preferably in the financial services industry.

Salary : $57,000 - $80,000