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What is the difference between Part Time Digital Media Designer vs Part Time Graphic Designer?

AspectPart Time Digital Media DesignerPart Time Graphic Designer
Required SkillsDigital media creation, animation, video editing, web designPrint and digital graphics, branding, layout design
Work EnvironmentOnline platforms, multimedia agencies, marketing teamsPrint shops, advertising agencies, corporate branding
Common CertificationsAdobe Creative Suite, multimedia coursesAdobe Creative Suite, design certifications

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Media Designer (Part-Time, Temporary)

Media Designer (Part-Time, Temporary)

Strategic Education, Inc.

Herndon, VA • On-site, Remote

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago

Strategic Education rating

8.8

Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

10th of 205 rated education and training

Job description

The Sophia Media Team is looking for a Media Designer who can provide motion-based design work for course development projects in an energetic, collaborative environment. The position is responsible for the conception, creation, and execution of video and static media for Sophia courses.
The Media Designer must be highly organized, and efficient with attention to detail, both in design and administrative tasks.
The Media Designer will support the Academic Team by working collaboratively across various teams to ensure an excellent Learner experience via effective visual communications, and ensure all content complies with the appropriate standards and guidelines.
This position is responsible for developing, organizing and delivering media for new and reworked Sophia courses. As part of the Media Team, this position works extensively with the rest of the Academic Team to ensure the content is clear, intuitive, meets learning objectives and provides an outstanding learning experience.
The ideal candidate will work part-time in either a fully remote or hybrid (Minneapolis or Washington D.C.) manner and be able to turn around content and edits within the timeline created by the project manager.
Job Description
  • Duties & Responsibilities
    • Concept development & design - This position is responsible for developing, organizing and delivering media for new and reworked Sophia courses. As part of the Media Team, this position works extensively with the rest of the Academic Team to ensure the content is clear, intuitive, meets learning objectives and provides an outstanding learning experience.
    • Relationship management - As a member of the Media Team, the Media Designer is responsible for working collaboratively with the Media Manager, other Media Designers, Instructional Designers, Course Producers, Subject Matter Experts (SME's), Project Managers, Web Developers and other stakeholders, to strengthen existing relationships and to build additional relationships as opportunities arise.
    • Art Direction / Vendor Management - The Media Designer will have a firm grasp of the Sophia Media styles, and be comfortable setting direction for new projects if requested. The Media Designer may also facilitate direction and collaboration with offshore design vendors on project specific initiatives when needed.
    • Process improvement and compliance - The Media Designer executes using established processes and standards to ensure timely delivery of best-in-class content. The Designer actively participates in the ongoing development of standards, processes, creative excellence, and innovation within the Media Team. The Designer also ensures all materials meet visual and usability standards established by regulatory, accreditation, and other external authorities.
    • Media Team enrichment and innovation - The Media Designer brings new knowledge and ideas to the Media Team through networking, monitoring trends and emergent best practices, and participating in professional development opportunities.
    • Nimble and efficient - The Media Designer remains calm, focused, and detail-oriented in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment, efficiently juggling projects simultaneously.

Skills
  • Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Bridge, After-Effects, Premiere and Audition;
  • Highly experienced motion designer in After-Effects, using essential graphics, creating templates and setting expressions.
  • Strong understanding of AI tools & capabilities for generation and workflows.
  • Basic knowledge of markup, HTML, CSS and Javascript.
  • Self-organized and able to manage multiple project deadlines and production schedules within our project management tools.
  • Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout.
  • Experience in ensuring the best use of proprietary photography, including both the brand aesthetic and purpose-specific fit.
  • Able to present, execute, implement, train, and manage established and emerging best practices.
  • Quick study - ability to absorb information and feedback quickly and apply to new projects.
  • Stays current on latest best practices, including new AI-assisted creative workflows, design trends, and productivity tools.

  • Work Experience
    • 5+ years experience creating targeted, market-specific materials including motion graphics, video work, digital media presentations, and e-communications preferred.
    • Preferred industry experience in an educational, agency, or corporate setting.
  • EducationBachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience.
  • Other
    • Fully remote or hybrid (if in Minneapolis or Washington D.C. metro) work location.
    • Access information using a computer.
    • Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain.
    • Effectively cope with stressful situations.
    • Strong mental acuity.
    • Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this role.
    • Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
$35.00-40.00/hour is the expected starting pay for this position. This offer is based on current budgetary guidelines and the additional factors outlined below.
SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week. In addition to medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives, parental leave, paid time off, certain paid holidays, tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA), 401(k) retirement benefit, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.
Careers - Our Benefits, Strategic Education, Inc
SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI, we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.
$61,500.00 - $92,300.00 - Salary
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at Careers@strategiced.com.

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