Ascend is the largest credit union in Middle Tennessee and one of the largest credit unions in the United States, with over $4 billion in assets. With an occupation-based field of membership, Ascend is focused on the expansion and diversification of the select employee groups it serves, which creates greater security for the credit union and its member-owners. Approximately 650 employees serve more than 260,000 members from 28 Middle Tennessee branch locations, Regional Operations Center, Teller Center and Corporate Headquarters. Ascend recognizes that its employees are critical to the credit unions sustained success and future growth. Our employees are the face of the credit union and their personal successes fuel the success of the team. Through collaboration between employees, management, our membership and our Board, we fuel an engine that propels the credit union forward.

Thank you for your interest in a career with Ascend Federal Credit Union! Being employed by Ascend is vastly different than just holding a job. The credit union prides itself on providing employees rewarding career opportunities, competitive benefits and a unique work culture. The credit unions commitment to its employees is fostered by its commitment to the member-owners, ensuring dedicated and engaged employees to serve the membership. Ascends vision to be the most loved credit union in our market by employees and members alike has earned the credit union distinctions including Federal Credit Union of the Year (NAFCU, 2015), Best Credit Union to Work For (2016-2023) and Training APEX Awards (2015-2023).

Ascend's Multimedia Producer produces all photography, videography, and animation for Ascend's marketing department. This is a full-time, exempt position requiring you to work independently and on-site for production requests. In this role, you are responsible for planning, capturing, and executing video content, photoshoots, headshots, photo editing, refreshing stock images, overseeing a content library, managing an archive library, aiding with design and animation. Additional assignments may include Search Engine Optimization (SEO) efforts and Content Management System (CMS) updates to improve SEO. The ideal candidate is meticulous about their work, proactive, values feedback, and enjoys presenting a complete, polished project within deadline.

• Scope and produce photo and video content for marketing campaigns and internal partners
• Develop animations in After Effects to support marketing campaigns and internal partners
• Facilitate photoshoots to photograph various products and services for the credit union
• Manage multiple evolving projects and quickly adjust shifting priorities as they change
• Maintain and troubleshoot Canon photography and Panasonic videography equipment
• Coordinate and conduct annual headshots for the senior executive leadership team
• Responsible for sourcing and licensing music or stock video, managing agreements
• Attend and photograph all internal and external events for the credit union
• Manage the organizational system for Ascend's creative content library
• Track and analyze website analytics, keyword research, and backlinks
• Optimize landing pages and perform keyword discovery and expansion
• Actively participate in formal and informal training opportunities
• Actively engage in team meetings and brainstorming sessions
• At all times, present the Ascend brand in a positive manner
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Read all internal publications, including HUB and Possibilities

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in marketing, communications or related field required

Experience:

• 5-8 years photography, videography, and full video production experience required
• 5-8 years experience with on/off camera flash for headshots or event photography required
• 5-8 years experience with 3-point lighting for interviews and other video scenarios required
• 5-8 years post-production using Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Lightroom required
• 3-5 years experience reporting SEO (Semrush) or website analytics (GA4) preferred
• 3-5 years experience with Canon and/or Panasonic Mirrorless equipment preferred
• 1-3 years experience using Asana for project management and reporting preferred
• 1-3 years experience using Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams preferred
• Recent video reel and photo portfolio required
• Infographic or animation experience required
• Photo library or archival experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to move, set up, and take down equipment
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Self-starter and detail-oriented
• Ability to work independently
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Exercises initiative and good judgment
• Excellent time and project management
• Regular, reliable attendance is required.

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Ascend Federal Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer.