What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multimedia Coordinator position at The University of Chicago?
Department
BFI - CommunicationsAbout the Department
The Becker Friedman Institute for Economics at UChicago (BFI) is looking for a Multimedia Coordinator to join our Communications and Events team and contribute to communications and outreach materials. The Multimedia Coordinator will work under the supervision of the Senior Multimedia Specialist and Marketing and Digital Media Coordinator and collaborate with members of the Communications and Events team. This is a challenging entry-level position with growth potential.
Job Summary
Responsibilities
- Works on video and audio projects to support BFI’s growing multimedia efforts, including recording/editing video for events and recording audio and video for podcasts.
- Takes photographs of conferences, seminars, and other events. Takes headshots of professional staff as needed.
- Assists in producing design materials for print (brochures, research summaries, event materials) and web (web pages and social graphics, email newsletter materials).
- Develops and distributes event-related email campaigns using Mailchimp, ensuring accuracy and coordination with the events team.
- Provides professional support and performs routine assignments related to design projects.
- Collaborates with members of the BFI communications and events team to develop and coordinate project requirements and concepts.
- Uses various techniques and templates from the BFI design system to produce print and digital materials.
- Incorporates feedback to improve work and revises to approval.
- Accomplishes assigned duties through two or more of the following: written communications; visual/graphic media, which may include Web site development and maintenance; speeches and personal contact. The incumbent is still acquiring higher-level knowledge and skills.
- Solves a range of straightforward problems. Maintains existing digital and social media accounts (including routine website maintenance). May identify new and emerging social media outlets for communicating to specific audiences.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- BS/BA in multimedia, communications, or a related field.
Experience:
- Photography experience a big plus.
- Background with social media and email marketing desired.
Technical Skills or Knowledge:
- Basic audio/video production/editing.
- Familiarity with Adobe Suite, especially InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop.
- Familiarity with WordPress and website management.
Preferred Competencies
- Good understanding of adhering to an established design system, while also offering new, creative ideas for outreach materials.
- Excellent teamwork and communication skills; take direction from leaders within the organization.
- A keen eye for detail and an ability to effectively proof work.
- Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
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Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
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Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the
Benefits Guidebook
.
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