"Multimedia Communications Specialist"

Job Description

Incumbent will select campus location upon hire. This position exists to lead strategic video communications and support social media engagement and event coordination for Northland Community Technical College and the National Center for Autonomous Technologies (NCAT). The primary responsibility is to produce authentic, documentary-style video content that elevates brand presence and audience engagement. The incumbent will collaborate with internal teams to identify storytelling opportunities, manage NCAT’s social media presence, and assist with event planning and execution. Scope of work includes concept development, filming, editing, motion graphics, captioning, accessibility compliance, and performance tracking. This position also supports broader digital storytelling efforts and represents Northland and NCAT at events and outreach activities.

Strategic Video Communications

Social Media Content

Channel Support

Event Planning Support

Other Duties as Assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 years of relevant work experience; Master’s degree may substitute for 18 months of experience; Bachelor’s degree may substitute for one year of experience; Associate’s degree may substitute for six months of experience
• Strong video production skills including filming, editing, motion graphics, and accessibility compliance
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse populations
• Well-organized with strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in team environments
• Skill in online technology sufficient for creation and curation of social media and web content and knowledge of digital engagement strategies
• Serve as a resource person to the community

Preferred Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in multimedia, communications, marketing, or related field
• Experience with documentary-style storytelling and strategic communications
• Ability to understand complex issues impacting the College and its students
• Skills in conflict resolution and de-escalation
• Experience with performance tracking and data-informed content refinement

Salary

29.25 - 42.94 USD Hourly

Location

East Grand Forks, Minnesota

Work Shift

Days; M-F

Telework

No

About Northland

Northland is a comprehensive two-year community technical college with campuses in East Grand Forks and Thief River Falls, MN. We are united as one college to increase educational access, support student success, strengthen partnerships, and advance equity in the communities we serve.