Sr. Graphic Arts Specialist

• →Produce multimedia content, including videos, graphics, audio, and interactive learning materials, to support training, outreach, and communication efforts.

• →Set up and operate cameras, microphones, lighting, and related equipment to capture video and audio for training, events, interviews, and other organizational projects.

• →Communicate scope, capacity, and timeline for delivery of multimedia deliverables.

• →Deliver multimedia materials within agreed project timelines.

• →Edit video and audio files to create professional, accessible materials.

• →Collaborate with colleagues to develop and update course content, visuals, and online learning experiences, and provide technology support for courses and live events as needed.

• →Provide multimedia assets for organizational communications, social media posts, and campaigns.

• →Work collaboratively with the IDEA team and colleagues across the organization to ensure consistency and quality across projects.

• →Contribute to projects beyond core duties, such as communications and website development or maintenance.
• →Instructional design, learning platform and user support, communications, website maintenance, or other creative and technical projects as assigned.
• →Designs, conceptualizes and creates graphic artwork, such as charts, graphs, and illustrations, for various publications, advertising materials and/or customers by hand or using a computer. Prepares final layouts for print.
• →Guides, plans and assigns other graphic artists to projects and tasks, training and overseeing the daily activities of graphic artists, but is not a supervisor.
• →Guides graphic projects to be completed on time, within budget, and to the user's satisfaction.
• →Performs other related work as needed.

• At least five years of relevant experience in multimedia production, instructional technology, instructional design, or a related field.

• Proficiency with video and audio production tools, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or comparable software.
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, or comparable graphic design tools.
• Technical expertise in camera operation, basic lighting and audio recording, video and audio editing, and graphic design.
• Experience developing online learning materials using tools such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, or Camtasia, and working with learning management systems.

• Technical expertise in video and audio editing, as well as graphic design.

• Attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality products on schedule.

• Responsiveness and ability to adapt to shifting project needs.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse workforce.

• Strong interpersonal skills, creative thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Ability to think creatively.

• Hybrid office/remote.

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
  

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Pay Range

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