Associate Director of Multimedia, Office of University Relations

Company: Kean University
Location: Union
Posted on: September 1, 2024

Job Description:

External Applicant Instructions

• Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.
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• In the My Experience section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.Office of University RelationsAssociate Director of MultimediaUnder the direction of the Director of Multimedia Production and Strategy, the Associate Director of Multimedia (Associate Director 3) is responsible for managing and leading all news-related video, photo, and social media content. This position plays a critical role in identifying good visual stories that showcase the Universitys brand and managing their production for the divisions weekly news email and daily social media accounts. With a journalistic eye, the Associate Director will manage the coordination, shooting, and editing of news videos, ensuring high-quality storytelling that aligns with the university's goals and objectives. The Associate Director will also supervise a team of staff members and provide oversight for multimedia content contributed by others. This position requires travel and a flexible schedule including evening and weekend hours. Qualifications: Graduation from an accredited college with a Bachelors degree and two years of professional experience in multimedia journalism, news production or a related field, with a demonstrated track record of managing news content across multiple platforms is required. Candidate must have proven experience in leading teams, managing projects and producing high-quality multimedia content. A degree in the field of Journalism, Communications, Multimedia Production or a related field is preferred. Essential job functions include the ability to lift, position, move and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds over short and long distances. Candidate must have extensive knowledge of multimedia production, including video shooting, editing and social media content creation; exceptional news judgment, attention to detail, and ability to produce stories that engage and inform; and exceptional public speaking abilities.Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV, contact information for three professional references and a link to a portfolio of relevant work samples demonstrating experience in news and multimedia content production. Candidacy review begins immediately and continues until appointment is made. Official transcripts are required prior to the starting date of employment.Additional Information Kean University complies with the (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our . Diversity & Non-Discrimination StatementKean University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Keans commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to not only thrive, but climb higher in a diverse world. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we work to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity and equity of all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and beyond.EEO/AA StatementKean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employerby Jobble

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