Multimedia Specialist

Summary

Job Category:
Editorial and Media
Job Title:
Multimedia Specialist
Job Category Definition:
This specialty covers the strategic and operational management and implementation of activities related to the conception, design, creation, development, and production of media—video, audio, graphics, multimedia, and other forms of digital media—for diverse audiences, including internal and external stakeholders. This specialty also covers the strategic and operational management and implementation of activities related to the conception, design, creation, development, and implementation of media distribution which includes broadcast, online, and any other platforms or events used to support or distribute digital media to diverse audiences, including internal and external stakeholders and the public.  Functions may include conceptualizing, developing, designing, producing, editing, and directing media projects; or the operation, maintenance and/or oversight of media facilities, production, and distribution-related activities.
Job Title Definition:
The Multimedia Specialist incorporates advanced multimedia technology such as graphic design, multimedia authoring, site-oriented web development (e.g., page design, media integration), advance publishing (e.g., color separation, advanced image processing and design), digital video acquisition and production, professional media acquisition (e.g., high-end scanning and color matching, digital photography, scientific imaging, three-dimensional digitalization), and/or two- or three-dimensional animation and visualization. Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title.
Working Conditions:
Specific physical requirements and effort are outlined in Job Responsibilities Worksheet (list of essential job duties and responsibilities specific to a particular job at the unit level) in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
Other Requirements:
 

Levels

Level 1  

Level Details
Job Code Salary Band FLSA Status
ITAP0301 H Non-Exempt

Level 1 positions typically demonstrate baseline working knowledge of routine work applications; follow standard principles and systems and use appropriate terminology associated with a particular field of specialization; participate as a team member in a collaborative environment within a diverse workforce; actively contribute to completion of team goals and assigned tasks; clearly communicate information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing; follow recommended approach to assigned work to facilitate achievement of desired results; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; typically work under direct and frequent supervision while performing routine duties using established procedures with detailed instructions.

Typical Education & Experience

0+ years related experience

Associate's Degree or higher

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Typical Work Duties
  • Collaborate with clients to assess multimedia needs for specific projects
  • Assist in the identification, development and implementation of appropriate solutions for information delivery and/or learning environments
  • Assist with the development and delivery of computer training workshops including developing course materials
  • Provide support for various projects related to multimedia technologies development
  • Assist with the creation of training resources and related documentation as dictated by project design manager

This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

Level 2  

Level Details
Job Code Salary Band FLSA Status
ITAP0302 J Exempt

Level 2 positions typically demonstrate intermediate knowledge of the concepts, practices and procedures of a particular field of specialization; perform intermediate tasks in defined skill areas/applications by continuously building on current job knowledge; maintain effective relationships with peers, vendors, and others in a diverse environment; support team decisions and follow through with team responsibilities; interpret information, ideas and instructions and communicate clearly and accurately both verbally and in writing including materials intended for distribution; determine causes of unusual occurrences and apply standard principles and practices to determine and implement solutions; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; typically work under general supervision, while performing assignments that are varied and that may be somewhat difficult in character, but usually involve limited responsibility.

Typical Education & Experience

2+ years related experience

Associate's Degree or higher

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Typical Work Duties
  • Coordinate various projects related to multimedia technologies development, which may include visualization and imaging projects, application design and implementation, etc.
  • Work on teams with faculty and staff on the integration of multimedia technology
  • Integrate several related client needs to develop appropriate solutions for information delivery and/or learning environments
  • May design and maintain websites, including development of new functionality, content updates, style and layout, and accessibility
  • May serve as the lead point of contact for unit, college, or University-wide websites
  • Create presentation and communication templates for promotional, developmental, and administrative needs
  • Collaborate with clients and technology staff to resolve issues
  • Create training resources and related documentation as dictated by project design
  • Comply with accessibility standards, contractual obligations, confidentiality and privacy policies, and style and standard guidelines
  • Review final drafts for photographer credit, copyright, captions, and any legal or contractual usage policies
  • Make recommendations to enhance learning and/or user engagement

This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

Level 3  

Level Details
Job Code Salary Band FLSA Status
ITAP0303 K Exempt

Level 3 positions typically demonstrate proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications to integrate fundamental elements from other specialties into work assignments; apply knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization to complete difficult assignments; promote a culture that is conducive to effective relationships among diverse team members; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; may lead a project team involved in completion of difficult assignments, requiring proficient knowledge of field of specialization; interpret and communicate information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in writing including materials intended for distribution; incorporate new facts and ideas into group processes and apply creative thinking to develop new solutions; typically work with minimal supervision on difficult assignments, conferring with manager on unusual matters.

Typical Education & Experience

4+ years related experience

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Typical Work Duties
  • Integrate several related client needs to develop appropriate strategies for implementing multimedia technology across a broad range of programs and initiatives
  • Design, edit, and integrate digital content, graphics, animation, photography, illustrations, and other multimedia visualization and imaging products
  • Support content authors to ensure multimedia products reflect overall mission
  • Design and develop content style and layout
  • Create presentation and communication templates for promotional, developmental, and administrative needs
  • Create proofs, prototypes, mock-ups, wireframes, user journey maps, and other visual aides
  • Collaborate in the creative direction and oversee the development of video and audio content
  • Comply with accessibility standards, contractual obligations, confidentiality and privacy policies, and style and standard guidelines
  • Participate in the development of strategies for user experiences; make recommendations to enhance learning and/or user engagement
  • Review final drafts for photographer credit, copyright, captions, and any legal or contractual usage policies
  • May design and maintain websites, including development of new functionality, content updates, style and layout, and accessibility
  • May serve as the lead point of contact for unit, college, or University-wide websites
  • May serve as a producer or manager of large projects and draw together complex needs into a single package
  • May provide consultation to faculty and staff in the design and structure of multimedia solutions for active and collaborative, computer-mediated, and distributed learning
  • Provide advice and guidance in the design of systems, concepts, and solutions
  • May provide guidance and direction to lower level Multimedia Specialists

This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

Level 4  

Level Details
Job Code Salary Band FLSA Status
ITAP0304 L Exempt

Level 4 positions typically demonstrate advanced knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization and complete complex assignments; integrate complex elements from other specialties into work assignments; demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusionary practices which support diversity throughout the University; establish a shared vision and take responsibility for the achievement of team goals, and provide direction for appropriate implementation of plans; present ideas, concepts and instructions in a clear manner, and use persuasion and negotiation to build consensus and cooperation; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; develop new techniques, concepts, theories, programs or solutions and apply them to complex strategic operating issues; typically work independently on complex work assignments, review progress and evaluate results and update management as appropriate; may direct and delegate work to lower-level staff.

Typical Education & Experience

8+ years related experience

Bachelor's Degree or higher

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Typical Work Duties
  • Lead projects related to multimedia technologies development, which may include complex visualization and imaging projects (e.g., advanced three-dimensional design and CAD, geographical information systems, volume visualization, virtual reality), entire online environments (e.g., webmaster), complete multimedia application design and implementation, etc.
  • Provide the strategic multimedia technology direction for an entire unit/department/division
  • Integrate the activities of several learning technology areas and/or initiatives to build comprehensive strategies for applying technology in teaching and/or information delivery
  • Provide oversight of and leadership to project teams involved in multimedia technologies development
  • Collaborate with faculty, researchers, and other clients to create alternative digital media and visualization techniques and deploy advanced technologies
  • Consult with other personnel to develop solutions for academic programs, departments, and similar units
  • May disseminate project activities through reports, publications, and presentations
  • Develop policies and procedures for product development and delivery
  • Meet and negotiate with various University personnel to coordinate projects and resolve problems
  • May serve as liaison with other institutions, external organizations, and committees, as well as vendors
  • Analyze and evaluate vendor proposals; determine the feasibility of proposals and provide or evaluate cost benefit analyses as appropriate
  • May provide cutting edge multimedia and visualization research and development; direct research in related areas, and develops methodologies for other multimedia and visualization professionals as required
  • May coordinate several facilities, services, and staff to assist clients to identify and deploy appropriate technology for education

This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.

Level 5  

There is currently no level 5.