Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

The Multimedia Production Manager (MPM) collaborates with faculty and other clients to design and produce engaging and impactful media primarily in the form of motion graphics and interactive animations that adhere to best graphics and educational media practices. In partnership with the Director and through proactive engagement in the field, the MPM oversees the strategic direction of the multimedia team to ensure the CDE is staying on top of current innovations and evolutions in the field. The MPM leads the timely completion of all projects that require a multimedia component and delegates and oversees the work completed by the multi media team

Job Description

Graphic Design

• Design and create impact visual designs for both web and videos. This may include graphics for both the LMS, CDE branding materials, converting PowerPoint decks to a CDE template, infographics, charts, and graphics for use in course videos, and special projects.

Motion Graphics/Animations

• Create dynamic motion graphics for videos which might include the visualization of concepts, complex charts and data, illustrative animations, title sequences, whiteboard-style animations, lower-thirds, transitions, typographic animations, or other ways to tell digital stories using motion graphics.

Multimedia Production

• Produce multimedia using camera footage, music editing, text-on-screen motion graphics, green screen backgrounds, and 2D animations.

Project Management

• Managing media projects and other priorities simultaneously, expertly keeping track of tasks, stakeholders, and deadlines.
• Communicate updates through project management platforms.

Team Management

• Management of direct reports, team building, project management and accountability, coaching/mentoring, and professional development of multimedia production team.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment

• Ability to move to on- and off-campus locations

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table

• Repetitive write, hand or finger movement

Equipment

• Office equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Relevant Experience (5 Years), Professional Audio Equipment (1 Year)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelors in Graphic Design.
• Strong knowledge of graphic design production including, among other things, typography, composition and layout, color theory, photography and digital storytelling.
• Creative thinking with the ability to execute ideas, as well as a deep understanding of visual communication.
• Extensive knowledge of and experience doing 2D motion graphics and animations.
• Ability to work in a highly dynamic and collaborative team environment as a positive and engaged professional.
• Virtual environment and object creation using Blender or Unreal Engine or Maya or Cinema 4D.
• Extensive video and audio editing.
• Still photography and photo editing.
• Non-Linear Editors: Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro X, DaVinci Resolve
• Animation and VFX: After Effects
• Design: Illustrator, Photoshop
• Sound Editing: Logic Pro, Adobe Audition

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree - Graphic Design

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

Designing And Producing Multimedia Content (3 Years), Management/Supervisory (3 Years)

Skills:

2D Graphics, Accessible Design, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Animation, Apple Final Cut Pro Studio, Branding Standards, Collaborative Leadership, Communication, DaVinci Resolve, Detail-Oriented, Educational Media, Graphic Design, Innovation, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Management of Employees, Motion Graphics, Multimedia Storytelling, Project Management Oversight, Video Editing, Visual Communications

Grade

G12

Salary Range

$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.