"Creative Multimedia Manager"

Creative Multimedia Manager

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Office of Communications

Job Title: Creative Multimedia Manager

Position #: 00781620 - Requisition #: 39312

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Senior Director of Brand and Digital Marketing in the Office of Communications at CU Anschutz, the Creative Multimedia Manager leads the strategy, production, and execution of compelling photography and video that bring campus stories to life and elevate the university's brand across channels. This role is responsible for developing and implementing processes, workflows, and standards that ensure consistent, high-quality multimedia content aligned with departmental and campus communication strategies.

This position serves as the lead program manager for multimedia production, balancing strong creative vision with disciplined execution, operational oversight, and project management. The Creative Multimedia Manager independently captures high-quality photography, video, and b-roll in fast-moving environments while maintaining clear communication, meeting deadlines, and delivering consistently polished work.

The person in this role designs, produces, and edits multimedia content from concept through delivery to amplify awareness, engagement, and reach for CU Anschutz. They ensure all content is delivered on time, within budget, and at a high standard of quality, in alignment with brand guidelines and industry best practices. This position may occasionally require after-hours work or short-notice support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Multimedia Content Production (capturing photo and video) 45%
• Pre/Post Production and Asset Management 25%
• Strategy, Analytics and Platform Management 15%
• Production Management, Coordination and Administrative tasks 15%

Work Location:

Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings and filming/photography needs.

Why Join Us:

The University of Colorado Anschutz is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday, vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in film, multimedia, video production, motion graphics, marketing, journalism, communications, public relations or a related field
• 4 (four) or more years of progressively responsible experience in photography, video production, digital engagement, marketing environments
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience producing engaging, audience-driven video content
• Experience with project management
• Experience in Adobe Creative Cloud with specialized expertise in Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated leadership and success in producing high-quality video, photography, and motion graphics
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while consistently meeting deadlines and clearly communicating timelines and progress to stakeholders
• Expert-level skills and aptitude in Adobe Creative Cloud with specialized expertise in Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator, and other software as needed
• Ability to tell a captivating story in a variety of formats, from short teasers to long-form videos; strong working knowledge of how to conceptualize/produce effective videos for social media platforms, including LinkedIn, Vimeo, YouTube, Instagram, X, and Facebook
• Expert-level proficiency with both standard and state-of-the-art video, camera, audio equipment and technology, in a professional broadcast studio environment
• Knowledge of media production technologies, video systems, and web-based applications
• Strong program and project management skills, including the ability to establish workflows, prioritize competing demands, and ensure consistent follow-through
• Self-starter who can work both independently as well as in a team environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong ability to conduct interviews and create a comfortable, natural on-camera experience for subjects
• Excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Proficiency in video color correction, photo retouching, and sound mixing; strong working knowledge of different video formats and video file conversions
• Excellent relationship management skills
• Flexibility to work outside regular business hours when needed
• Must be able to move equipment of up to 50 pounds
• Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
• Outstanding customer service skills.

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

1. A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2. A current CV/resume
3. List of three to five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)
4. URL with examples of previous projects that represent video, motion graphics, and photography

Questions should be directed to: Daysha Franczyk Daysha.franczyk@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 04/01/2026. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as $80,000-$95,000.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position may be eligible for overtime compensation, depending on the level.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

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