Multimedia Production Specialist

Johnston County Public Schools

Job Vacancy Notice

TITLE: Multimedia Production Specialist 12 Months

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Communication

JOB GOAL: To ensure effective and efficient communication to all audiences of the Johnston County Public School System through the production of quality multimedia content.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ideal candidate is an experienced AP Style writer and a strong storyteller who thinks comprehensively and has great attention to detail. Should be able to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, while delivering within a deadline. Writing deliverables include but are not limited to website content, social media, marketing materials, newsletters, and blogs.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Apps: Photoshop, Indesign, Illustrator, Premiere, and Lightroom is a plus
• Associate’s degree in communication, journalism, web design, graphic design, video production, or a related field required
• At least 2 years of experience in a communication-related position is preferred
• Ability to function independently with minimal oversight

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Update website content for various school system departments
• Assist with creation and publication of mobile and social media content
• Produce and distribute multimedia content for traditional and modern platforms
• Create/design basic graphics for website, social media, packages and videos
• Train and assist webmasters at the school level

• Oversee all district livestream events and the recording of specialty training sessions where applicable
• Maintain and oversee all video production equipment and needs, including Board of Education Room
• Operate and manage all district video web platforms
• Assist with the production of news/media packages highlighting Johnston County Public Schools
• Assist with archival of news articles relating to the school system
• Assist in set design and location scouting. Set up and position equipment for production
• Assist with photography activities for the school system
• Operate all equipment, gear and software vital to the video production process. Includes cameras, audio capture devices, lighting, computers, and editing software
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of industry standards and evolving technology
• Collaborate in the development of scripts, storyboards, and detailed execution plans, including project schedules, technical requirements, and talent coordination
• Assist with the planning and implementation of school system special events, including those on weekends, evenings and holidays
• Active participant in JCPS Communication Team
• Other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and carry audio/visual equipment.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
• Ability to speak before groups of people with poise, voice control and confidence.
• Ability to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid NC driver’s license.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, students, administrators, community leaders, agency representatives and others.
• DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills that may be required of the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by the supervisor, with HR review and approval, at any time.