What are the responsibilities and job description for the Coordinator I - Digital Creative Coordinator position at Sam Houston State University?
Department: Career Success
Full Time
Open until filled: Yes
Requisition: 202600016S
Educational And Experience Requirement
Bachelors degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Mass Communications, Communications, or a related field. One year of experience in Social Media management, Web-design and editing, Photography, Event Planning, or Marketing, or experience in a related field. Experience in Higher Education is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature And Purpose Of Position
Performs semi-complex administrative and supervisory program work creating digital content, through video, photography, and graphic design to promote the Sam Houston State University Career Success Center programs and brand awareness across multiple platforms.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for the management and creation of video, photo, and graphic design content for the Career Success Center and its events. Manages all social media channels for the Career Success Center - Facebook, Snapchat, X, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Collaborates with office staff in the production of content. Documents office events and activities through the creating and curating of photos and video content. Creatively thinks and translates ideas into sharable content that connects with target audiences. Assists with development of content strategy across relevant channels. Shares created digital content through various social media platforms. Utilizes modern design aesthetics, information, and public design. Responsible for design in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva. Performs the planning and producing of graphics for flyers, social media posts, and photo/video shoots and completes all post-production processing. Works creatively under the pressure of short deadlines. Maintains camera equipment and makes recommendations regarding photographic equipment and supplies as needed. Manages the Professional Headshots event for the Career Success Center which is hosted once in the fall and once in the spring. Trains others in job tasks pertinent to photography/videography/design and may supervisor student workers. Maintains the Career Success Center website and makes updates to pages as requested or needed. Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence. Adheres to University branding guidelines. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Strong writing, grammar, and proofreading skills. Detail oriented and strong problem solving and communication skills (both written and verbal). Experience with information and publication design. Working knowledge and experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and WebCMS. Previous experience using a Digital Single-Lens Reflex (DSLR) camera (Sony preferred).
Position may require occasional work at night and during weekends and travel according to the needs of the college. May be required to work at indoor and outdoor events.
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
Physical Address
Human Resources Department
1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202
P.O. Box 2356
Huntsville, TX 77341-2356
SHSU Employment Office:[Click to See Phone]
Email: Employment@SHSU.edu
Employment Portal: shsu.peopleadmin.com
Full Time
Open until filled: Yes
Requisition: 202600016S
Educational And Experience Requirement
Bachelors degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Mass Communications, Communications, or a related field. One year of experience in Social Media management, Web-design and editing, Photography, Event Planning, or Marketing, or experience in a related field. Experience in Higher Education is preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
Nature And Purpose Of Position
Performs semi-complex administrative and supervisory program work creating digital content, through video, photography, and graphic design to promote the Sam Houston State University Career Success Center programs and brand awareness across multiple platforms.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for the management and creation of video, photo, and graphic design content for the Career Success Center and its events. Manages all social media channels for the Career Success Center - Facebook, Snapchat, X, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Collaborates with office staff in the production of content. Documents office events and activities through the creating and curating of photos and video content. Creatively thinks and translates ideas into sharable content that connects with target audiences. Assists with development of content strategy across relevant channels. Shares created digital content through various social media platforms. Utilizes modern design aesthetics, information, and public design. Responsible for design in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva. Performs the planning and producing of graphics for flyers, social media posts, and photo/video shoots and completes all post-production processing. Works creatively under the pressure of short deadlines. Maintains camera equipment and makes recommendations regarding photographic equipment and supplies as needed. Manages the Professional Headshots event for the Career Success Center which is hosted once in the fall and once in the spring. Trains others in job tasks pertinent to photography/videography/design and may supervisor student workers. Maintains the Career Success Center website and makes updates to pages as requested or needed. Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence. Adheres to University branding guidelines. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications
Requires a general knowledge of standard office functions. Requires good knowledge of procedures and practices. Must be able to use standard office software. Strong writing, grammar, and proofreading skills. Detail oriented and strong problem solving and communication skills (both written and verbal). Experience with information and publication design. Working knowledge and experience using Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, and WebCMS. Previous experience using a Digital Single-Lens Reflex (DSLR) camera (Sony preferred).
Position may require occasional work at night and during weekends and travel according to the needs of the college. May be required to work at indoor and outdoor events.
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.
Physical Address
Human Resources Department
1831 University Ave, John W. Thomason Bldg. Suite 202
P.O. Box 2356
Huntsville, TX 77341-2356
SHSU Employment Office:[Click to See Phone]
Email: Employment@SHSU.edu
Employment Portal: shsu.peopleadmin.com