Multimedia Designer

State-of-South-Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

Dependent Scholarships

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

13 Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

The University of South Carolina seeks a Multimedia Designer to develop, produce, and manage high-quality visual content that advances the College’s strategic communications, marketing, and engagement priorities across digital, print, and social media platforms.

Under the direction of the Director of Marketing and Communications, you will plan shoots, operate cameras and lighting, manage digital assets, and collaborate with students, faculty, staff, and external partners to tell brand-aligned

Qualifications

• Experience creating visual content for digital, print and social media.
• Proficient in photography and video production workflows.
• Ability to manage multiple multimedia projects and assets.

Responsibilities

• Develop, produce, and manage high-quality visual content to advance branding.
• Plan shoots, operate cameras and lighting, and capture multimedia assets.
• Coordinate multimedia requests, manage assets, and collaborate with partners.

Skills

Content creation

Photography

Video production

Brand storytelling

Project management

Written communication

Collaboration

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Journalism, Visual Arts, or related field

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Lightroom

Canva

CapCut

DSLR

Job description

Multimedia Designer

Multimedia DesignerDepartment: CEC College of Engineering and ComputingAdvertised Salary Range:Part/Full Time: Full TimeAbout UofSCFrom the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor's degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.Inclusive Excellence StatementAdvertised Job SummaryThe Multimedia Designer/Creator position purpose is to develop, produce, and manage high-quality visual and multimedia content that advances the Molinaroli College of Engineering and Computing's strategic communications, marketing, and engagement priorities and strengthens the College's brand across digital, print, and social media platforms. Working under the general supervision of the Director of Marketing and Communications, the position exercises independent judgment in planning and executing photography and video production, managing digital assets and production resources, coordinating multimedia requests and shoots, and collaborating with internal and external partners. The primary goal of the position is to deliver compelling, brand-aligned visual storytelling and ensure the effective management and coordination of multimedia resources that enhance the College's visibility, reputation, and engagement with its key audiences.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• - Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Lightroom, and After Effects) and other content creation tools, including Canva and CapCut.
• - Experience operating DSLR cameras, lighting equipment, and audio recording tools.
• - Skilled in creating engaging visual and written content for diverse audiences and platforms while adhering to brand guidelines.
• - Effective project management, organizational, and prioritization skills, with the capacity to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail in content production and asset management.
• - Works effectively both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• - Effective written and verbal communication, storytelling, and audience engagement skills.
• - Proficient in analyzing performance metrics and adjusting strategies to improve engagement and reach.
• - Adaptable to changing priorities and emerging content needs in a fast-paced environment.
• - Strong interpersonal skills for working effectively with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• - Creative thinker and problem-solver with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• - Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Journalism, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• - 2-5 years of professional experience in content creation, social media management, or digital marketing.
• - Demonstrated experience producing both photography and video content for organizational or brand use using DSLR systems with a strong digital portfolio showcasing marketing-oriented work.
• - Experience managing social media accounts across multiple platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, X).

Job Close Date09/15/2026

We are only accepting applications submitted by September 15, 2026.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Benefits

• - Health and Life Insurance
• - Retirement Programs
• - Paid Tuition
• - Dependent Scholarships
• - Annual Leave
• - Sick Leave
• - 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• - Paid Parental Leave
• - Professional Development Opportunities

StatementThe University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.je-ff7d53ed0ed04931b908dd0db28ac1ae