Digital Media Designer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

POSITION : Digital Media Designer

CLASSIFICATION : Seasonal

STATUS : Exempt

REPORTS TO : Marketing & Communications Manager

SUPERVISES : N / A

LOCATION : On-site in Williamstown, MA

COMPENSATION : $1000 / week

HIRING TIMELINE : Applications to be accepted until the position is filled with a priority application deadline of February 17. Application review and interviews to be conducted starting March 17, with an anticipated start date of June 20 and end date of August 11.

Williamstown Theatre Festival is seeking a talented and versatile

Digital Media Designer

to join our summer marketing and communications team. This hybrid role is perfect for a designer with a keen eye for aesthetics, a knack for storytelling through visuals, and the technical skills to bring ideas to life through motion and video. In this position, you'll work on a variety of projects-from static visuals to motion graphics in tools like Adobe After Effects-and contribute to video production efforts, both behind the screen and behind the camera (whether that is the Canon t5i we have in house, or an iPhone for social media content). If you're a creative problem-solver with a passion for design and a flair for dynamic, engaging content, we'd love to hear from you!

Primary Responsibilities and Expectations

The Digital Media designer reports directly to the year-round Marketing & Communications Manager. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

Video Production & Content Creation

Create engaging video content for digital platforms, including but not limited to Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok, emails, and other advertising platforms.Manage the content-capture schedule in collaboration with the team.Maintain the archive of digital media content diligently, in collaboration with the team.Work collaboratively with the team to ensure consistency and innovation across all our marketing assets and platforms.Graphic Design

Assist in the creation of marketing materials such as posters, print ads, e-blasts, event invitations, postcards, web / video graphics based on existing templates, and in some cases updating the templates as needed.Archive all season design content diligently, in collaboration with the Marketing & Communications team.Administrative

Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to understand project objectives and deliverables, and timelines.Assisting in organizing and maintaining our files including saving final versions of assets, photo / video archives, press, social media posts etc. on Google Drive, Figma, etc.Additional Responsibilities

Embrace the Festival's commitment to EDIA and Anti-Racism by actively participating in and encouraging behaviors among staff members that exemplify respect; interrupting microaggressions and other behaviors that hinder our EDIA and Anti-Racism efforts; engaging in the diversification of the workforce; demonstrating a degree of cultural competency that encourages healthy relationships with all company membersObserve all Festival safety protocolsProduce work that is innovative, imaginative, original, and creative in characterOther duties as assignedAn essential function of this job is in-person work in Williamstown, MA.Preferred Qualifications

Technical Skills & Expertise

Demonstrated proficiency in graphic designExpertise in Adobe Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects (Premiere Pro experience is a plus).Experience as a videographer, preferably in a theater or live performance setting.Experience with videography equipment and software.Strong video editing skills using Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects) or Final Cut Pro.Proficiency in Google Suite.Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok) is a plus.Creative & Storytelling Skills

A strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, proficiency in visual storytelling through video, and a range of design skills and styles.

Applicants should be prepared to share past work as part of the application process.Collaboration & Interpersonal Skills

Ability to collaborate effectively with artists, production teams, and marketing professionals.Strong interpersonal skills to foster productive working relationships.Work Ethic & Organization

Exceptional attention to detail and ability to multitask.Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while also being capable of working independently.Proven ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects efficiently.Passion & Commitment

Passion for the performing arts and a desire to contribute to the success of the Williamstown Theatre Festival.

About Williamstown Theatre Festival

After seven decades of helping to shape the American theater, Williamstown Theatre Festival is bringing emerging and professional artists together in the Berkshires to create a thrilling summer festival that expands the expression of theater and its essential role in society. The Festival will continue to produce the world premiere plays and musicals and bold new revivals that it's come to be known for, while expanding into other forms of theatrical expression that brings many art forms together in exciting and innovative ways.

Williamstown Theatre Festival has always been, and continues to be, a creative hothouse for established and emerging artists and their work. More than 75 productions have transferred from the Festival to other regional theaters, Off-Broadway, and Broadway, with many productions being adapted for television and film. Thousands of actors, writers, designers, directors, and aspiring theater professionals from all fields that have come through the Festival to challenge themselves and their craft have gone on to prominence and recognition on Broadway, in Hollywood and beyond. Learn more at wtfestival.org .

Working and Living in Williamstown

Williamstown Theatre Festival's season takes place on the beautiful campus of Williams College in Williamstown, MA with backdrops of the Berkshire, Green, and Taconic mountain ranges. Williamstown, MA (estimated pop. 7,813) is located in Berkshire County (estimated pop. 128,657) in Western Massachusetts and is an hour's drive from Albany, NY and 30 minutes from Pittsfield, MA.

The Williams College campus and the 62' Center for Theatre and Dance are within walking distance of Spring Street, which has several restaurants with dine-in and takeout options, a coffee shop, an ice cream shop, an independent movie theater, and several stores. The nearest grocery store is a 10-minute drive from campus and not within walking distance. Having a personal vehicle does provide more flexibility in grocery-shopping and expands dining and activities options. For those who bring vehicles, parking is free at designated locations on Williams campus with a parking pass. For a list of all the things to do and see in Williamstown and the Northern Berkshires, visit DestinationWilliamstown.org .

All seasonal staff are provided housing free of charge on campus at Williams College. Housing is dorm-style with private bedrooms and shared common areas, including bathroom and kitchen. Williams College housing is not air-conditioned. Weather ranges from evenings on the cooler side but can also be quite warm with temperatures in the 90s with high humidity.

We acknowledge that Williamstown Theatre Festival is a Predominantly White Institution (PWI) located in a county that is 91% white, according to the US Census Bureau. We are actively engaged in the work of becoming a more equitable, diverse, inclusive, accessible, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive institution that not only welcomes BIPOC artists and staff but nurtures an environment that allows everyone to thrive. More specific actions on these efforts can be found in our Progress Report on our website : .

Williamstown Theatre Festival is committed to telling diverse stories and to fostering an inclusive environment both onstage and off. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. We believe that opportunity, access, resources, and rewards should be available to and for the benefit of all. Therefore, WTF is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants shall be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, sex / gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, familial status, ancestry, genetics, or any other class or characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Candidates from populations underrepresented in the theater field are strongly encouraged to apply.

Salary Description

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Salary : $1,000