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Department
Florida State University College of Arts & Sciences
Responsibilities
The digital content producer is an integral member of the highly collaborative Media, Communications and Marketing Team in the FSU College of Arts and Sciences.
The digital content producer supports the production and coordination of cross-channel content and projects that drive engagement and awareness of the College of Arts and Sciences and its units. This position supports the production of all college photography, video, social media, and audio projects. The digital content producer works closely with team members to develop compelling visual and audio content and concepts for incorporation into college marketing materials, departmental recruitment, campaign videos and other print, digital and social media.
Photo, video, and audio production

• Serving as a digital content producer for multiplatform programming packages that are distributed across communications channels as part of the College's integrated marketing and communications strategy. Uses complex photographic techniques, photographic equipment, and audio and lighting rigs to complete assignments.
• Under the direction of the assistant director, is responsible for preproduction, production and post-production processes. Compiling, scripting, and storyboarding a range of video types and editing video footage using Adobe Creative Suite and other industry standard software are key duties. Physically attends events to generate coverage and demonstrate engagement.
• Under the direction of the assistant director, develops, designs, and executes photography and videography coverage ranging from portraiture to marketing to documentary to event coverage.
• In collaboration with the communications team, the digital content producer generates content and provides photo and video support for the team's use, including assisting in different multimedia projects to pull photos from archive, shooting new still and motion imagery, recutting existing footage, developing social media posts and reels, etc. Ensures photos and videos are edited and ready for publication by deadlines. Works with the college's communications team to analyze and review needs of college faculty, administration, and staff to provide recommendations and assist with photography and video support.

Writing and editing

• In coordination with the assistant director and members of the editorial content team, the digital content producer writes and edits content for use on the college's marketing and communications channels that is complementary to the development of visual and audio assets and productions to include social media posts, video descriptions, photography captions, metadata, etc.

Equipment management

• Ensures photographic and videographic equipment is properly maintained, stored, and secured and oversees scanning and printing of photographs. Researches new ways to share engageable content with departments.

Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree and two years of experience; or a high school diploma or equivalent and six years of experience. (Note: a combination of post high school education and experience equal to six years.)
Preferred Qualifications
Who is the ideal candidate for this position?
An individual who is an exceptional self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment and demonstrates outstanding creativity, storytelling ability, and attention to detail in the production of digital assets across the College's varied academic, research and creative activities.
Core attributes:
You are a team player and high-impact contributor who builds relationships with internal and external colleagues to ensure the seamless coordination, production, and execution of digital media projects across the college and its departments. You possess genuine curiosity for and interest in the academic and research missions of the college and have a passion for storytelling and sharing this information with others. You are a creative thinker and problem-solver that views challenges not as roadblocks but as opportunities to innovate and learn new things. You are experienced in the production of multimedia content and are comfortable working with loose direction and proposing concrete action. You are also confident in receiving and implementing constructive feedback.
Impact and mindset:
You know and understand that your work and communication are key to the overall success of the team and may be used as inputs in larger projects and campaigns. You are a conscientious teammate who works professionally and cordially with team members at all levels to share information and knowledge that enhances the team's overall performance. You maintain a clear focus on the end goal in every task and demonstrate strategic thinking, connecting your daily work to the broader organizational objectives. You are highly adaptable and possess a strong sense of self-awareness. You can accurately read the environment and needs of the workplace and adjust your communication and work style accordingly to maximize positive impact.
Essential technical skills:
You are comfortable working across various software platforms and are able to adapt to and learn new technologies quickly. You are able to multitask, ensure accurate priorities, and use project management skills to ensure your work product is delivered on deadline and to meet quality specifications.
Photo and Video Production: You possess strong proficiency in photo and video pre-production, production, and post-production processes. You are proficient in the use of audio/visual equipment and demonstrate knowledge of videography and photography best practices.
Adobe Creative Suite and Canva: Strong proficiency in photo and video editing techniques using Adobe PhotoShop, Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Lightroom and Adobe After Effects. You are able to generate graphics to complement multimedia projects using PhotoShop, Adobe Illustrator or Canva.
Microsoft Suite: Strong working knowledge in Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint and PowerPoint.
Content writing and editing: Proficiency in journalistic writing style and interviewing practices. You demonstrate knowledge of Associated Press Style writing, which is used for all FSU communications, and using a house style guide for exceptions.
Other Information
Our team of writers, marketers, designers, content producers, videographers, photographers, and social media strategists oversees all aspects of the FSU College of Arts and Sciences' brand and provides professional consulting and creative services to the college's departments, programs, institutes and centers. Our team works to capture, promote, and publicize news, event, and research activity in the college, and to share these stories with the wider Florida State audiences and the general public in order to raise the college's, and FSU's, global reputation. Learn more here .
Helpful
The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest and most academically comprehensive at FSU, encompassing 200-plus major programs of study and approximately 11,000 students.
Every day, an outstanding team of more than 2,200 faculty and staff members in the College of Arts and Sciences work together to deliver exceptional academic programming to our students, conduct groundbreaking research, and provide research and administrative support across nearly three dozen departments, programs, centers and institutes.
A career in the College of Arts and Sciences has global reach and meaningful impact, contributing directly to the success of the research and academic teaching efforts at Florida State University!
University Information
One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!
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Anticipated Salary Range
Starting in the mid $40,000's, commensurate with education and experience.
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How To Apply
If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.
Considerations
This is an A&P position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .
Equal Employment Opportunity
FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.