Multimedia Communication Specialist

Job Description

Multimedia Communication Specialist

Location: Belmont, NC (eligible for 2 telecommute days per week once eligible)

Schedule: Full-Time

Salary Range: $64,000 – $88,000 annually

Job Purpose

The Multimedia Communication Specialist creates visual and audio communications to convey messages effectively and produce compelling stories for internal and external audiences. This role contributes to the mission of the Sisters of Mercy by visually expressing the community’s values, ministries, and messages through creative and engaging media.

Grounded in the mission of the Sisters of Mercy—to serve with compassion and respond to the needs of those who are poor, sick, and uneducated—this role supports a culture of creativity, purpose, and service.

As part of the communications team, the Multimedia Communication Specialist helps share stories that inspire, connect, and reflect the spirit of Mercy.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Review, edit, and assemble raw video and audio footage into cohesive stories ready for distribution.
• Produce multimedia projects such as videos, web pages, online advertising, emails, social media, and mobile content.
• At the direction of the Design Manager, scout and select locations, set up lighting, record video and audio, and coordinate photo and virtual recordings.
• Select and integrate music, sound effects, and voiceovers to complement visuals.
• Prioritize and manage multiple projects within design specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Collaborate with the communications team and other departments to tell stories and create engaging content for various platforms.
• Work closely with communications staff to produce videos for campaigns and internal projects.
• Organize and maintain a video library for the Sisters of Mercy and forward appropriate content to the Mercy Heritage Center for archival purposes.
• Upload, back up, and organize all materials created.
• Work efficiently under tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

Education, Competencies and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in multimedia, videography, graphic design, photography, or a related field preferred.
• 5–7 years of relevant experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to create and implement design solutions for multiple departments and campaigns.
• Strong creativity and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud: Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Photoshop, Lightroom; familiarity with color correction software, InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe Express, and AI tools.
• Excellent time management, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to clearly communicate reasoning behind design choices.
• Energy, adaptability, and a collaborative approach.
• Team-oriented with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Bilingual (English–Spanish) preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit organizations strongly preferred. Must be comfortable working for a religious organization.
• Understanding of the role of women religious in the Roman Catholic Church and sensitivity to a faith-based culture.
• Ability to travel as necessary.
  
  

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY SPECIFICATIONS

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, speak, hear, and use hands to handle objects.
• May occasionally bend, stoop, twist, lift, and carry up to 20 lbs.
• May push or pull equipment or luggage up to 50 lbs. during travel or event setup.
• Must be able to operate office equipment such as computers, telephones, and printers for extended periods.
  
  

Grounded in the mission of the Sisters of Mercy—to serve with compassion and respond to the needs of those who are poor, sick, and uneducated—this role supports a culture of creativity, purpose, and service.

As part of the communications team, the Multimedia Communication Specialist helps share stories that inspire, connect, and reflect the spirit of Mercy.

Join the Sisters of Mercy in bringing meaningful stories to life through the power of media and visual storytelling.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance