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POSITION SPECIFICS
Penn State Global is seeking a Multimedia Marketing Specialist to join its marketing and communications team. This role includes photography and videography of both small-and large-scale office and University events; the creation of impactful video content to be used in the marketing of programs; some written storytelling, such as interviews and feature stories; and possibly exploring new mediums, such as audio storytelling, in the future.
Video production in support of Penn State’s international programs, including:
- Storyboarding
- Scheduling and executing relevant interviews and shoots
- Editing videos together to create a cohesive product
- Using a variety of visual, audio, graphic, and other resources in production process
Photography of major and minor events, including:
- Setup
- Taking photos
- Headshots, if needed
- Editing photos
- Management of photo library
Written projects, including:
- Feature stories
- Press releases
- Editing and posting stories to Penn State News
Candidates are encouraged to express their individual strengths in their resume and interviews, which could influence this breakdown.
This position will report to the Associate Director of Marketing and Communications within Penn State Global and will work collaboratively with internal (Penn State Global), University-wide (internationallyfocused faculty, staff, and students from around Penn State), and external (international partners) stakeholders.
This is a hybrid position which can support either a 3/2 or 4/1 office-to-remote ratio. Due to the nature of the position, a fully remote setup cannot be supported. The position is located at the University Park campus.Occasional travel is expectedup to a few times per year around the Commonwealth to support international activities at the campuses. There will be opportunities for international travel in support of our partnerships and alumni relations teams.This position, especially during the fall and spring semesters, will require occasional evening and weekend coverage of certain events and programs.
The preferred candidate will have specialized experience in one or more of the following areas:
- Photography and photo editing, including relevant software
- Videography and video editing, including relevant software
- Creative writing and storyboarding, including AP style
This position is filled at the Intermediate Professional level.
Application Instructions
To be fully considered for the position, you must submit a current resume as well as a portfolio of previous work (video, photo, and written).
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Associate Degree
2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Required Certifications:
None
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $74,000.00.
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Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
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