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DEFENDERS OF WILDLIFE
POSITION DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Multimedia Specialist | CLASSIFICATION: Professional 3 SALARY: $67,000 - $74,000 FLSA: Exempt |
DEPARTMENT: Communications LOCATION: Washington, DC REPORTS TO: Multimedia Director NUMBER OF DIRECT/INDIRECT REPORTS: 0 | |
LAST REVISED: October 2022 |
POSITION SUMMARY
The Multimedia Specialist ideates, strategizes, collaborates, and ultimately executes on a variety of storytelling projects about Defenders of Wildlife and the wildlife and wildlands we work to protect. This newly created position will help Defenders’ expand our offering of multimedia content through vertical video, audio, social-first content, and multimedia management. These storytelling efforts will help engage new audiences on TikTok, Instagram and other social media platforms. The Multimedia Specialist will help mobilize members and supporters, increase accessibility, and explore emerging platforms to broaden our constituency.
This position will support any combination of: conservation programs, advocacy, marketing, press outreach, and fundraising. Interdepartmental collaboration will be key, as will the ability to create and produce a large quantity of high-quality original pieces of hub multimedia content.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor’s (B.A./B.S.) degree or equivalent
Experience: 4 years of relevant experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for All Defenders
https://defenders.org/knowledge-skills-and-abilities
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for Professional 3
Administrative
Communication
Critical Thinking
Project Management
Coalition and Community Engagement
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities for Multimedia Specialist
PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES, ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS, PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical Activities Check all that apply | Frequency (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly |
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like. | O |
Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. | C |
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. | C |
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. | C |
Adjusting or moving objects up to 10 pounds in all directions. | O |
Communicating with others to exchange information. | C |
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. | C |
Operating machinery and/or power tools. | N |
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. | O |
Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. | C |
Environmental Conditions Check all that apply | Frequency (N)Never, (O)Occasionally or (C)Constantly |
Low temperatures. | O |
High temperatures. | O |
Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind. | O |
Noisy environments. | O |
Hazardous conditions. | N |
Poor ventilation. | N |
Small and/or enclosed spaces. | O |
No adverse environmental conditions expected. |
Physical Demands Check only one | |
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. | |
Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds. | |
Medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds. | X |
Heavy work that includes moving objects up to 100 pounds or more. |
Visit www.defenders.org to apply.
All employees are required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions. The essential duties and responsibilities listed above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Defenders requires employees who engage in in-person work activities, including business travel or onsite work, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An applicant (i) who is disabled or pregnant or who has a qualifying medical condition that contraindicates a COVID-19 vaccination or (ii) who objects to being vaccinated on the basis of a sincerely held religious belief, observance or practice may request an exemption from this vaccination policy. This determination will be made on a case-by-case basis and in accordance with applicable law. Any medical information concerning an applicant's disability will be treated as a confidential medical record in compliance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
It is the policy of Defenders of Wildlife to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex national origin, ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, personal appearance, family/parental status, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic in all personnel actions.
Please be advised this position is union-eligible.
Full Time
Civic & Environmental Advocacy
$76k-95k (estimate)
12/09/2022
01/23/2023
defenders.org
WASHINGTON, DC
100 - 200
1947
JAMIE RAPPAPORT CLARK
$10M - $50M
Civic & Environmental Advocacy
Defenders of Wildlife is dedicated to the protection of all native animals and plants in their natural communities. For more than six decades, Defenders of Wildlife has been a leading force in the protection of wildlife and wild lands. We employ innovative, science-based approaches to protect imperiled wildlife, advocate for wildlife friendly climate and renewable energy policies and conserve and restore native habitat. With more than 1 million members and activists, Defenders of Wildlife is a leading advocate for innovative solutions to safeguard our wildlife heritage for generations to come.... Defenders approach is direct and straightforward - We protect and restore imperiled species throughout North America by transforming policies and institutions and promoting innovative solutions and this approach makes a lasting difference for wildlife and its habitat. Defenders works on the ground, in the courts, and on Capitol Hill to protect and restore imperiled wildlife across North America and around the world. Together, we can ensure a future for the wildlife and wild places we all love.
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