Multimedia Production Program Specialist 1

Austincc; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution is looking for a Multimedia Production Program Specialist 1. This role includes producing videos, creating multimedia content, and managing projects for public use. Candidates should have extensive experience in video production and a relevant bachelor's degree. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and After Effects is essential. The position requires effective communication with stakeholders and multitasking to meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Six years of experience producing multimedia communication projects or a bachelor's degree with two years of related experience.
• Experience producing videos for public use and interactive multimedia content.
• Ability to visually communicate concepts and ideas effectively.

Responsibilities

• Produce informational videos for public use and maintain the department's video library.
• Create interactive multimedia content for web users and social media.
• Engage with stakeholders to determine creative needs based on department goals.

Skills

Video production

Multimedia content creation

Video editing

Graphic design

Education

Bachelor's degree in video, TV, film production, graphic design, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Adobe After Effects

Job description

Multimedia Production Program Specialist 1

• Title: Multimedia Production Program Specialist 1
• Location: Albany, NY
• Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Work hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
• Apply by: 04/04/2026
• Six years of experience producing multimedia communication projects using elements of audiovisual production, or graphic design for web, or graphic design for print; or
• Bachelor's degree in video and/or TV and/or film production, web interface design, graphic design, communications design, or a closely related field and two years of experience as listed above

Preferred Experience

• Experience producing videos for public use
• Experience creating interactive multimedia content
• Experience in video editing

Job Duties

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Producing informational videos for public use
• Maintaining the Department’s video library on YouTube and embedding video content on the Department’s public website
• Creating interactive multimedia content for internal and external web end users
• Producing content for social media
• Engaging with subject matter stakeholders to determine creative needs based on department goals, production output, and the intended audience
• Researching hardware and software solutions to achieve desired results
• Proposing resolutions to issues on existing multimedia projects
• Testing of web-based applications or program changes to improve usability
• Editing video using software packages including Adobe Creative Cloud and Adobe After Effects
• Operating photo/video camera equipment including related lighting, sound, and editing software and hardware
• Producing professional quality videos in a variety of onsite and offsite field settings
• Executing postproduction video editing for use on the web and other devices like multimedia kiosks
• Developing productions including script writing; identifying visual design elements, colors, and tone; selecting appropriate shooting locations; scheduling talent; collecting, storing, and maintaining appropriate release forms completed by talent; setting up video shoot locations with appropriate lighting, secondary microphones, equipment, backdrops, etc.; directing videos; editing the produced videos; adding effects and/or graphic elements; and formatting the content for different platforms
• Redesigning and recutting videos using different aspect ratios for airing on alternate platforms
• Recording and mixing audio
• Serving as a resource for other staff by communicating concepts and providing technical information on the status of projects
• Producing informational and instructional videos for internal staff training
• Creating procedures and conducting training for multimedia products
• Maintaining electronic filing system of projects in all statuses for tracking purposes, ensuring timely processing, and completion
• Managing multiple projects simultaneously and determining priorities to self-manage workflow and ensure production requirements and deadlines are met
• Exhibiting proficiency in the creation of infographics
• Producing and managing technology for live-stream webinars, including selection and presentation of audience questions.
• On-air hosting and interview skills
• Ensuring compliance with NYS Branding Guidelines
• Travelling, flexibility in scheduling
• Adhering to the Department’s time and attendance rules and regulations.

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