What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multimedia Specialist position at University of Nebraska at Omaha?
GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION
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Job Title
Multimedia Specialist
Job Grade
PR14S
Division
Office of the Chancellor
College/Dept
Strategic Marketing and Communication
Department
Marketing
Requisition Number
2025-00160
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100.00
Work Schedule
40 hour work week, plus some evenings and weekends.
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
Yes – partial remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
No
Pay Information
$55,000 - $58,000
Pay Schedule
Annually
FLSA Designation
Exempt
Position Summary
The Multimedia Specialist will report to the Director of Creative Services to deliver multimedia solutions, including unique and engaging photos and video, motion graphics, and short and long-format videos for a variety of MarComm and campus assignments. This includes a high level of conceptualization and creativity for capturing and editing media for social media, digital and print advertising, and other promotional material.
This position will ensure all media looks professional and accurately represents the University of Nebraska Omaha brand standards and aligns with the UNO Photo and Video guidelines.
They work independently to organize, coordinate, and project manage all aspects of multimedia projects, including but not limited to preparing scripts, scheduling and conducting interviews, establishing timelines, and preparing final deliverables.
Working closely with the Multimedia Strategist, the Multimedia Specialist will help oversee the UNO Photo and Video Guidelines, Freelance list, and support professional headshots when needed.
This role also collaborates in the creation of storytelling for high-level projects, events, and media needs assigned to the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communication. The Multimedia Specialist is expected to attend MarComm Tier 1 & 2 events for multimedia coverage; some assignments will fall outside of typical working hours.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area:
Capture Photo and Video
Duties:
Capture and edit photos and videos of UNO students, faculty, staff, and campus through creative, on-brand high-quality media to be used for internal and external needs. This includes being onsite at events, in-studio, and action photography and video where needed.
Percentage Of Time
70
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Market Trend Analysis
Duties:
Study market trends to understand visual trends to enhance campaigns and is responsible for capturing those visuals on campus.
Percentage Of Time
15
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Storytelling
Duties:
Support the Office of Strategic Marketing and Communications in storytelling through writing and editing copy for online and print needs.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Other Duties as Assigned
Duties:
Other duties as assigned to support general MarComm team needs.
Percentage Of Time
5
Essential Function:
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
High school education or equivalent
Required Experience
- Three years of professional videography experience to include experience with video and lighting equipment used for studio, event, and outdoor videography.
- Two years of professional photography experience.
- Experience editing photos and video for print and web.
- Experience using Adobe Premier Pro (or other similar, non-linear video editing software), Photoshop or Lightroom, Apple products, and Microsoft Office.
Required License/Certification
NA
Required Additional Qualifications:
NA
Preferred Education
Bachelors Degree
Preferred Experience
- Five years of professional videography experience to include experience with video and lighting equipment used for studio, event, and outdoor videography.
- Three years of professional photography experience.
- Experience with coordination of all aspects of multimedia projects, including but not limited to preparing scripts, scheduling and conducting interviews, establishing timelines, and preparing final deliverables.
Preferred License/Certification
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No
Salary : $55,000 - $58,000
