JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Senior Director of Multimedia Services within the Office of Marketing and Communications, the Multimedia Production Specialist performs a wide range of multimedia support functions, such as photo/video production, capture/editing, as well as support of instructional lecture capture and live event streaming. The Multimedia Production Specialist will assist in development and/or prepares presentation materials and perform a range of administrative support and clerical functions, as appropriate to the needs of the work unit.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSI­­BILITIES

• Assists or captures photos / videos as assigned. Edits videos and photos, as assigned.
• Provides audio visual support for campus facilities.
• Provides multimedia support at events and meetings.
• Prepares presentation materials, using graphic applications as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
• Manipulates electronic files using various software programs.
• In collaboration with the Marketing and Multimedia Coordinator, may provide administrative support; answers and places telephone calls, schedules appointments, coordinates meetings, and compiles and correlates various reports.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The r­equirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to set up and operate professional audio and/or video recording equipment.
• Ability to capture portraits in a studio with strobes or outdoors.
• Ability to edit video adhering to university workflows.
• Ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to use Mac and Window workstation systems.
• Ability to maintain calendars and schedule appointments.
• Ability to use graphic software for page layout. Ability to work with existing templates adhering to the university brand guidelines.
• Ability to create and produce graphic materials using a range of media, methods, techniques, and equipment.
• Ability to plan and coordinate the audio-visual needs of meetings and special events.
• Ability to use the following software and systems: FCX, Lightroom, InDesign, Photoshop, Office 365, Photo Mechanic, Wirecast, SNS-EVO/Share Browser, Photo Shelter (Libris)
• Video and Photography design concepts, processes and procedures, including illustration of various media, from design, reproduction, layout and camera process.
• Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Microsoft Office.
• Produce neat, accurate and quality line work, video and photography.
• Manage projects while meeting deadlines and staying within budgets as assigned.
• Willingness to take creative direction from management and work collaboratively with others.
• Exhibit a high level of customer services by effectively dealing with internal and external clients, vendors, contractors and other contacts. 
• Strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills including presentation abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with an inclusive and diverse external and internal team of colleagues, students, patients, donors and constituents.
• Proven record of success in collaborative team environments, including morale building, effective handling of team dynamics in high pressure situations, creating a supporting team and working to a high standard.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative, maintain confidentiality and work independently.
• Possess a high level of problem solving and sound judgment skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior working experience with non-profit, health care or in-house creative team.
• Experience with print layout and printing materials.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe suite including Indesign, Photoshop, Lightroom and Final Cut Pro
• Experience incorporating multimedia, including video, audio, digital media and photography, into communication vehicles.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in multimedia/production/film or related field.
• Minimum 1-2 years of professional experience in video and photography

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those required of an employee to perform successfully in the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions required.

• Must be able to sit and utilize a computer for extended periods.
• Must have finger dexterity for typing/using a keyboard.
• Walk on difficult surfaces.
• Physical effort required – Setup of cameras, speakers, large displays, cabling.  Reaching, lifting, climbing, pulling, squatting, walking.  Ability to lift, up to 35 lbs.
• Work is performed in a classroom/office work environment but does involve assignments providing support for outdoor events during daylight and evening hours.
• This is an in-person/on-site position.
• Hours are a traditional M-F office schedule but do include occasional evening and weekend assignments.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION

MBKU is a private, non-profit, accredited educational institution, located in Fullerton, California. MBKU is a comprehensive health care university, built upon a legacy of over 110 years of academic excellence and clinical education. The founder of SCCO at MBKU, was a medical doctor, pharmacist, and passionate advocate for medical education. The mission of MBKU is to educate caring, inspired health care professionals who are prepared to deliver collaborative, patient-centric health care in an inter-professional environment.

Created as SCCO, and expanded to offer a range of inter-professional programs and health care initiatives, MBKU also has a School of Physician Assistant Studies and a College of Pharmacy. This is an exciting time for health care, for medical innovation and education, and for our community. We believe the future is bright, and look forward to advancing it together.

BENEFITS

MBKU provides an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance, free vision exams, short and long term disability, generous paid time off plans, a university-sponsored retirement plan with a 9% contribution. See our website under Employment for more details regarding benefits of working for MBKU (www.ketchum.edu).

MBKU is an equal opportunity employer; requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

MBKU is committed to providing an environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism. In accordance with applicable federal and state laws, it is University policy to prevent the unlawful discrimination against students, applicants for admission, employees, applicants for employment and patients requesting treatment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The University also prohibits sexual harassment and harassment on any of the above bases (please refer to the Title IX page for more information).

COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONS

All MBKU employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. New employees must show proof of vaccination by the first day of work. Requests for reasonable accommodation due to medical or religious reasons will be considered on a case-by-case basis.