Affirmative Action No.:: 25P070

Department:: Provost

Position FTE::

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: $60,000

Job Purposes::

Required Qualifications::

• Bachelor's degree in video/audio design, multimedia design, or related technology field with 3-5 years of experience producing audio, video, and other multimedia assets, and experience leading projects.
• Comprehensive experience in post-production, including video editing to craft polished and engaging motion graphics
• Knowledge of emerging technologies in the field and familiarity with online educational tools.
• Knowledge and experience working in a Learning Management system.
• Basic understanding of federal and state compliance regulations under Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and intellectual property laws.
• Experience with digital accessibility best practices and Americas with Disabilities (ADA) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) requirements
• Ability to create high-quality technical writing, including materials such as guides and tutorials
• Demonstrated experience in digital accessibility, including video captioning and audio description using tools such as Rev, Cielo24, 3PlayMedia, and Verbit
• Demonstrated proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite line of software applications, and non-linear editing packages (Final Cut Pro, or Adobe Premiere)
• Exceptional technical writing skills, including step-by-step guides and other support material
• Ability to work on video design elements for a learning management system such as BrightSpace/Desire 2 Learn and using Panopto media management system
• Ability to work independently, as a productive team member and show self-initiative
• Demonstrated skills in good customer service, customer relations, and multitasking
• Outstanding communication skills, verbal and written
• Excellent problem-solving skills necessary
• Experience in providing training, documentation and resources to staff and user community

Preferred Qualifications::

• Working knowledge of Copyright, Fair Use, and TEACH Act laws and industry standards
• Experience with project management best practices and methodologies
• Familiarity with the major concepts of specific instructional technologies such as media management tools and have a clear understanding of copyright law and its use in higher education
• Experience with service management tools for tracking incidents, requests, problems, and changes

Essential Functions and percent of time::

• Design and implement instructional presentations, videos, animations, and graphics to support and augment student learning
• Assist faculty and staff in creating compelling and informative data visualizations that effectively communicate information and ideas to a target audience
• Elevate video quality through the application of visual effects, transitions, meticulous color correction and other enhancements for visual refinement
• Craft and edit written and video content from the earliest phases of a project to post-production and final delivery
• Primary duties include:
  • Development and maintenance of high-quality written and audio/video assets
  • Research and acquire materials pertaining to the course specific subject matter
  • Execute the planning, production and post-production of course specific materials
  • Animate and/or manipulate photos and/or graphics.
  • Stay current with trends and upcoming development in the fields of digital accessibility and online content delivery
  • Evaluate new/emerging technologies in digital accessibility practices and audio/video production for inclusion in future courseware

• Provide support with video delivery/editing methods (Panopto), recording audio/video, and closed captioning as it relates to the creation of asynchronous course materials
• Facilitate and educate staff/faculty on the use of on-campus recording studios
• Collaborate with faculty and university partners including participating in creative concept development and brainstorming for visual content
• Create technical documentation, training guides, and workshop content to help faculty and staff create compelling media assets
• Creates customized training courses and instructional sessions for faculty and staff on best practices, and available technology to improve online and distance learning outcomes

• Play an integral part in the curricular review process; will work with the lead reviewer to coordinate and implement the review process; assist in drafting guiding questions; coordinate curriculum mapping activities and ensure there is opportunity to engage and provide feedback
• Ensure all digital, and audio/video (e.g., closed captioning) content complies with accessibility standards (e.g., Americans with Disability Act (ADA) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to accommodate individuals with disabilities
• Stay updated on Web Content Accessibility Guidelines as it applies to videography and other multimedia assets, best practices in digital design, web accessibility, and user experience
• Ensure compliance with federal patent, trademark, copyright, and fair use regulations

Working Conditions::

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