Job Description:

• Works on video and audio projects to support BFIâ™s growing multimedia efforts, including recording/editing video for events and recording audio and video for podcasts. 
• Takes photographs of conferences, seminars, and other events. Takes headshots of professional staff as needed.
• Assists in producing design materials for print (brochures, research summaries, event materials) and web (web pages and social graphics, email newsletter materials).
• Develops and distributes event-related email campaigns using Mailchimp, ensuring accuracy and coordination with the events team.
• Provides professional support and performs routine assignments related to design projects.
• Collaborates with members of the BFI communications and events team to develop and coordinate project requirements and concepts.
• Uses various techniques and templates from the BFI design system to produce print and digital materials.
• Incorporates feedback to improve work and revises to approval.
• Accomplishes assigned duties through two or more of the following: written communications; visual/graphic media, which may include Web site development and maintenance; speeches and personal contact. The incumbent is still acquiring higher-level knowledge and skills.
• Solves a range of straightforward problems. Maintains existing digital and social media accounts (including routine website maintenance). May identify new and emerging social media outlets for communicating to specific audiences.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• BS/BA in multimedia, communications, or a related field.

Experience:

• Photography experience a big plus.
• Background with social media and email marketing desired.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Basic audio/video production/editing.
• Familiarity with Adobe Suite, especially InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop.
• Familiarity with WordPress and website management.

Preferred Competencies

• Good understanding of adhering to an established design system, while also offering new, creative ideas for outreach materials.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills; take direction from leaders within the organization.
• A keen eye for detail and an ability to effectively proof work.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)

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