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Photon

Creative Director | Onsite

New York, NY

... and multimedia, ensuring consistency and quality across all touchpoints. * Review and provide ... Collaborate with external vendors, agencies, and freelancers as needed to support design projects ...

Photon

Creative Director | Onsite

Dallas, TX · On-site

... and multimedia, ensuring consistency and quality across all touchpoints. * Review and provide ... Collaborate with external vendors, agencies, and freelancers as needed to support design projects ...

Four Seasons Heating

Graphic Design Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

... print, and multimedia channels while managing a team of fractional creative specialists and ... Proven experience managing freelancers, fractional creatives, or contractors, including assigning ...

Image Engineering

Production Coordinator

Curtis Bay, MD · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

We are comprised of a team of artists; engineers; event producers; fabricators; and creative ... multimedia shows for clients such as Paul McCartney; the Trans-Siberian Orchestra; the Rolling ...

Image Engineering

Production Coordinator

MD · On-site

$20 - $25/hr

We are comprised of a team of artists; engineers; event producers; fabricators; and creative ... multimedia shows for clients such as Paul McCartney; the Trans-Siberian Orchestra; the Rolling ...

RWS Entertainment Group

Production Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$70K - $75K/yr

... productions to events, multimedia and more. In 2024, the entertainment leaders expanded ... Manage relationships with external vendors, freelancers, talent and contractors, including ...

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As of Jun 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance multimedia artist in the United States is $22.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.75 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Freelance Multimedia Artist is a self-employed creative professional who specializes in various digital and traditional media, such as graphic design, video production, animation, and illustration. They work with clients on a project-by-project basis, creating visual content for marketing, entertainment, education, and other industries. Responsibilities may include designing logos, editing videos, creating motion graphics, or developing interactive media. Freelancers set their own schedules, negotiate rates, and manage their business independently. This career requires proficiency in multimedia software, creativity, and strong communication skills to succeed in a competitive market.

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To excel as a Freelance Multimedia Artist, you need strong creative abilities in visual storytelling, graphic design, video and audio editing, coupled with a portfolio that demonstrates versatility across media. Proficiency in industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, or Blender is typically expected, and relevant certifications can enhance credibility. Excellent communication, time management, and self-motivation are vital soft skills for managing multiple projects and clients independently. These capabilities enable you to produce high-quality work, meet client expectations, and thrive in a competitive freelance market.

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Freelance multimedia artists often face challenges such as fluctuating workloads, finding consistent clients, and balancing multiple projects with tight deadlines. Building a robust portfolio, networking through online platforms, and marketing your services effectively can help attract new opportunities. Clear communication and setting realistic timelines with clients are crucial for managing expectations and ensuring smooth project delivery. Staying up-to-date with industry trends and continuing to develop technical skills can also provide a competitive edge in the field.

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Communications Specialist, Photo and Video

Atomic Weapons Establishment

Bentonville, AR • On-site

$46K - $62K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) is seeking experienced, motivated, and dedicated leaders and educators to participate in the design and delivery of an innovative four-year medical school curriculum that engages medical students in active and novel learning.
Job Description:
Job Title: Communications Specialist, Photo and Video
Reports to: Director of Marketing & Communications
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Location: Bentonville, Arkansas (On-site)
Date Reviewed: 2.17.2026
Who We Are
Founded in 2021, Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) is a nonprofit, four-year MD program that will enhance traditional medical education with the arts, humanities, and whole health principles. The school's culture embraces self-care to empower students to care for their own well-being as well as their patients'. The school's state-of-the-art medical education facility is located in Bentonville, Arkansas on the Crystal Bridges Campus, home to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and Heartland Whole Health Institute. The school has been granted preliminary accreditation status by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education.
About The Position
The Communications Specialist, Photo and Video serves as a media creator who advances the school's recruitment and engagement goals through dynamic content creation in photo, video and animation. As part of the Marketing & Communications department this position brings ideas to life while serving as the school's lead photographer/videographer and multimedia creator.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Cover AWSOM events live, creating tight-turnaround (sometimes same-day) photo, video and graphics content.
  • Create multimedia content for the school's digital platforms in compliance with brand standards.
  • Plan, create and schedule video and photo concepts for delivery on web and social platforms.
  • Prepare photo and video assets for media opportunities.
  • Organize and catalogue all AWSOM visual assets.
  • Create and edit compelling visual media (including photo, video and graphics) using the Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Coordinate visual media with team members.
  • Manage the School's digital asset management tool.
  • Organize and upload visual assets.
  • Oversee metadata for School visual assets.
  • Manage outside vendors for photo and video event support.
  • Manage and maintain the School's digital display network.
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities as requested to meet departmental and organizational needs.

Qualifications and Requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent, required.
  • Associate's degree or higher in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Photography, Filmmaking or a related field, required.
  • 2-5 years of progressive professional experience in digital media creation for a higher education institution, marketing agency or clients, required.
  • A strong portfolio of multimedia content and campaign work, required.
  • Strong scripting and editing skills, and AP Style knowledge, required.
  • Strong visual media production skills and fluency in the Adobe Creative Suite, required.
  • Experience creating or producing digital and social content/campaigns in a higher education setting, agency or freelance, preferred.
  • Experience creating and pushing social, photo and video content at live events, preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
Physical Demands: In the work environment described, position requires sitting at a desk and utilizing a computer and a telephone for prolonged periods of time and good eye/hand coordination, bending and stretching, and physical stamina to lift and transport a minimum of 10 pounds. Visual acuity to review written materials is required for this job.
Work Environment: Work is performed full-time (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.) in a professional, climate-controlled office environment with standard office equipment, including computers, printers, and telephones. This role requires working in an open setting near colleagues. The noise level is typically low to moderate. The role also requires interaction with both the public and internal team members in a professional and courteous manner. Some local travel will be required, and a flexible schedule may be necessary to accommodate business needs, including occasional evening and weekend work hours.
Alice L. Walton School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States.

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