What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multimedia Designer position at HMS Mfg Co?
Job Summary: Develops photography, video, graphics, animation, sound and/or content for use in presentations, video productions, multimedia programs, online tutorials, websites, and other media. Helps maintain company & retailer website content so it is always up to date. Assist if needed in packaging, HMS marketing collateral, and product sale sheets.
Hours Required: 40
Major Responsibilities
- Create, organize, and maintain product photography that is used on retailer websites, in presentations, for marketing materials, and on social media
- Design multimedia including: photography, video, animation, sound, presentations, and websites for internal and external use
- Work with Brand Management and Product Development to create assets for product packaging concepts including boxes, wraps, labels, hang tags, etc.
- Planning and Budgeting for photography/video & marketing needs
- Develop story boards to communicate video projects
- Work with Marketing to design displays, promotional materials for trade shows, and info graphics
- Maintain a library of logos, past presentations, stock photography, fonts, printing techniques, and samples
- Work with marketing to create website content and social media
- Design marketing graphics to support retail concepts including store signage and banners
- Collaborate with printers and outsource designers on specific projects
- Attend seminars and training courses to stay abreast of current trends, processes, software, and updates with Multimedia Design
- Assists with maintaining company websites using Squarespace
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- 2-5 years' experience
- Strong knowledge in the Adobe Creative Suite Master Collection: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Muse, and Premier Pro. Additionally, Microsoft PowerPoint
- Knowledge in product photography
- Ability to multi-task, problem solve, prioritize, and communicate ideas visually, verbally and in writing
- Ability to handle constructive criticism and make changes as needed
- Ability to meet timelines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of Squarespace a Plus
Physical Demands
- Long periods of work that primarily involves sitting
- Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds