The Multimedia Production Specialist I, under general supervision, supports development of multimedia and dynamic media projects with photography, video, script writing, and other forms of the written word. The MPS I will serve as a primary photographer for the Department of Marketing and Communications projects in addition to supporting video production efforts within the Office of Multimedia Productions.; Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work requirements indicate.

Responsibilities:

60% Photography

• Capture images representing the full range of activities occurring at Tarleton State university using creativity and technical abilities for use in for university publications, emails, websites, and social media channels.

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of photoshoots, including working with university partners to identify talent, securing locations, coordinating schedules, recommending attire, setting up lighting, conducting shoots, selecting best results, and editing for final use.

• Edit photos for content and technical quality. Work with designers and project managers to determine photo needs for upcoming projects and plan photoshoots accordingly.

• Maintain digital library of visual assets representing the Tarleton experience. This process includes tagging and organizing assets so that they are easily found by designers, social media staff, content managers, and campus partners.

• Work independently as well as part of a team to handle situations with diplomacy and tact. ­­

30% Video Production

• Produce, direct, record, edit and publish promotional, commercial and news videos. Participates in pre-production tasks including idea creation, concept development, storyboarding, and scriptwriting. Prioritizes, organizes, and schedules work assignments and projects. Identifies and schedules talent for productions.

• Lead production in studio and in the field. Design and construct lighting arrangements. Operate cameras, microphones, teleprompters, and other equipment for field production.

• Perform video post-production tasks including logging footage, creating rough cuts, and editing revised and final versions of video clips. Select graphics, music, and visuals consistent with university brand standards and guidelines to create finished products. Evaluates products and services for quality standards.

• Maintains knowledge of latest video editing software, studio technology, and production equipment. Develops support for animation, kinetic typography, creative compositing, and special effects.

• Support high visibility live events in partnership with Tarletonâ™s Information Technology department.

10% Teamwork and Collaboration

• Work with student workers to encourage growth and teamwork while fostering an open, welcoming environment. Engage in self-education opportunities to adapt to new technologies and pursue regular professional development.

• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelorâ™s degree in Communications, Video Production, Digital Media, or related studies, or equivalent combination of education and experience; Experience with DSLR, Mirrorless, and/or broadcast video cameras and a variety of lenses.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough understanding of video cameras, photography equipment, professional lighting, professional audio, and microphones. Knowledge of video and photo post-production in a Mac based environment. Ability to develop, plan, and execute phot and video projects, including scouting, storyboarding, talent identification and production requirements. Understanding of different media formats for web, social media, and other digital distribution. Excellent written communication, analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Other Requirements:

Provision of reel or website of relevant materials is required.

Preferred Requirements:

FAA Part 107 UAS certification.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience

Tarleton State University offers competitive wages, fully covered employee health insurance, comprehensive dental, vision, and life insurance options are also available. Benefits also include paid vacation, paid sick leave, holiday pay, pension, longevity pay and more.

The target base salary is $38,247 and may be negotiable based on funding availability and candidate experience/skill set in relation to the minimum requirements of this position.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a completed application for consideration.

About Tarleton State University

Tarleton’s Vision Tarleton State University will be the premier comprehensive regional university in the nation, dedicated to education, service and research. It is committed to being a university of opportunity for all students and believes it has a responsibility to drive regional innovation and job creation for all graduates. About Tarleton State University Tarleton’s innovative and transformative approach provides more than knowledge. Through real-world experiences and effective teaching, research, scholarship and service, students gain the know-how for promising careers, no matter their field of study. Tarleton has evolved into the near-perfect model of size, academic scope and affordability. Founded in 1899 and part of The Texas A&M University System since 1917, it combines the resources of a major public institution — more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, cutting-edge academic facilities, faculty experts — with its own brand of personal attention, history and community to be a first-choice destination for students across North Texas and beyond. Students can choose to study in one of seven colleges — Agricultural and Environmental, Business ...Administration, Education, Graduate Studies, Health Sciences and Human Services, Liberal and Fine Arts, and Science and Technology. The primary campus is in Stephenville, which consistently ranks as one of the best small towns in America. Additional locations are in Fort Worth, Waco, Midlothian and Bryan, complemented by a fully online Global Campus. Students come to Tarleton from around the world, representing some 30 countries and nearly every state in the U.S., and leave as moral, ethical thinkers with civility and integrity who contribute meaningfully to a global society. Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. Students may select areas of study from six colleges: Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Business Administration, Education, Graduate Studies, Health Sciences and Human Services, Liberal and Fine Arts, and Science and Technology. More than 60 bachelor's programs and 30 graduate degrees, featuring doctoral studies in educational leadership, have led more than 13,000 students from 45 states and more than 20 foreign countries to make Tarleton State their collective choice for a college education. Tarleton's research centers are daily searching for solutions to global problems. For instance, the Texas Institute for Applied Environmental Research conducts analyses to address environmental issues facing the state and nation, while the Southwest Regional Dairy Center, using an almost $1 million grant, is working on ways to turn animal waste into a viable energy source. Tarleton's blueprints for a brighter-than-ever future include a new applied sciences building with engineering laboratory space on campus in Stephenville, a new academic building on the university's planned 80-acre Fort Worth campus near Chisolm Trail Parkway, and $24 million in upgrades and improvements to the institution's venerable Memorial Stadium. Tarleton State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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