Multimedia Designer, Science Academy

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); United States; On-site; USD 59,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland, College Park is seeking a multimedia specialist to coordinate and produce video, audio, graphics, and photography for a department. You will manage production workflows, deliver course-related media, and ensure accessibility standards are met.

The role requires strong design skills with Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Slides, and PowerPoint, plus the ability to collaborate with instructors and teams to translate complex STEM topics into clear visuals while meeting tight

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• One year of professional multimedia, communications or marketing experience.
• Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required education.
• Knowledge of multimedia.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and produce multimedia resources for a department.
• Produce course-related media for instructors.
• Implement a production process and evaluation protocol to measure success.
• Collaborate with teams and clients.

Skills

Multimedia production

Communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Camtasia

Canva

Canvas LMS

Google Slides

PowerPoint

MS Office

Job description

Job Description Summary & Additional Information

Organization's Summary Statement: This position is responsible for coordinating and producing multimedia resources, video, audio, graphics, and photography for a department or college. Coordinates production of multimedia resources. Produces course-related media for instructors. Implements a production process and evaluation protocol to measure success. Other duties as assigned. Preferences: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and Premiere Pro) and other design or video tools (e.g., Canva, After Effects, Camtasia, or similar). Proficiency in GSuite and MS Office Suite, particularly Google Slides and PowerPoint Familiarity with WCAG accessibility standards. Familiarity with STEM disciplines sufficient to translate technical content into clear visuals. Familiarity with Canvas or similar LMS preferred. Experience designing visuals for narrated or instructor-led videos preferred. Ability to be creative, flexible, and innovative in design while following accessibility standards. Experience in collaborating with teams and clients. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, organizational skills, self-direction, and self motivation. Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, work independently, and meet strict deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: One (1) year of professional multimedia, communications or marketing experience.

Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year for year basis for up to four (4) years of the required education. Knowledge of multimedia. Skill in oral and written communication. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office products. Ability to multitask and prioritize assignments. Ability to multitask while demonstrating a commitment to customer service.

Required Application Materials

Resume, 3 Professional References, Portfolio or 3 examples of work showing a complex STEM topic, Cover Letter

Best Consideration Date: September 17, 2026 Posting Close Date: N/A Open Until Filled: Yes

Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position Department CMNS-College of Computer, Math & Natural Sciences Worker Sub-Type Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term) Salary Range 59,240 - 71,088 this will start as an hourly appointment.

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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The University of Maryland, College Park is the state's flagship university and one of the nation's preeminent public research universities. A global leader in research, entrepreneurship and innovation, the university is home to more than 40,700 students, 14,000 faculty and staff, and 388,000 alumni all dedicated to the pursuit of Fearless Ideas. Located just outside Washington, D.C., we discover and share new knowledge every day through our renowned research enterprise and programs in academics, the arts and athletics. And we are committed to social entrepreneurship as the nation’s first “Do Good” campus.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice Resources Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with O*Net Online

Contact Information

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