"Multimedia Specialist"

Multimedia Specialist

Company: Auburn University

Job Location: Auburn University, 36849-5207

Category: Multimedia and Audiovisual

Type: Full-Time

Requisition Number: S5005P

Home Org Name: JCSM Communications and Marketing

Division Name: Administrative Effectiveness

Job Class Code: OC01A

Appointment Status: Full-time

Limited Term: No

Job Summary

The Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Multimedia Specialist! The Multimedia Specialist designs, develops, writes and maintains textual and graphic web page content and electronic news distributions.

Accredited by the American Association of Museums and a member of the Association of Academic Museums and Galleries, The Jule stewards a renowned art collection of more than 3000 objects on behalf of Auburn University. Advancing research, outreach and instruction through its collections and programs in active and welcoming learning environments, the museum engages through exhibitions and hosting artists and scholars from across the nation to provide positive impacts for students and faculty. Serving beyond the gallery walls, it also serves the state of Alabama through traveling art programming. The Jule will turn 25 in 2028! With that upcoming milestone, the museum is focused on raising funds to endow positions and programs, establish scholarships, acquire and conserve art, and provide adequate teaching space, all to further center its role within the intellectual life of Auburn University.

Essential Functions

• Posts news online and assists with production of electronic communications efforts in collaboration with a team of communications, writing, and editing professionals to include (but not limited to) production, design, and electronic distribution efforts.
• Designs and implements effective Web pages for the University and campus departments.
• Plans web site content and graphics to mirror the overall Communications and Marketing plan and University mission.
• Assists in writing and editing internal and/or external stories, articles, newsletters, advertisements, invitations and/or news releases for publications, the media, and other outlets.
• Assists in developing and implementing Web standards and templates that reflect institutional marketing standards.
• Consults with and trains campus communicators on Web strategies, Web maintenance issues, and/or Web template usage.

Why Work at Auburn?

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, or related field.

OR

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 8 years of experience in multimedia technologies

Minimum Skills and Abilities

• Knows fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of particular field of specialization.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with DSLR videography/photography.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud Editing.
• Experience with Content Management Systems (WordPress)

Salary Range: $44,050 - $66,080

Job Category: Communications/Public Relations/Marketing

City position is located in: Auburn

State position is located: AL

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