Multimedia Production Specialist

The California State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 65,587 - 95,540; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

San José State University seeks a Multimedia Production Specialist to support SJSU Online by creating engaging multimedia content for online courses. The role collaborates with faculty, plans pre‑production, and directs video production for instructional material with a focus on accessibility and quality.

The position involves studio and field production, post‑production editing, and coordination of resources, while aligning with university branding and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Five+ years of progressively responsible experience producing media, filming and editing.

Responsibilities

• Plan multimedia projects and develop instructional content.
• Shoot and edit video projects for instructional content.
• Prepare scripts, storyboards and program designs; coordinate resources.
• Assemble materials into polished post‑production outputs; ensure accessibility.

Skills

Multimedia design

Video production

Adobe Premiere Pro

Video editing

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Media Encoder

After Effects

Job description

Job Summary

The Multimedia Production Specialist supports San José State University’s commitment to increase online access to higher education for working adult learners, particularly focusing on providing students from historically underserved communities with opportunities to advance their education and obtain their degree. They support effective use of current and emerging technologies to develop innovative and engaging e-learning environments as part of SJSU Online, a fully remote academic program that provides opportunity for students with some college credits to earn a bachelor's degree. The role supports multimedia content creation for SJSU Online courses and works with faculty to produce accessible, engaging, and polished instructional materials. Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice Provost for Faculty Excellence and Teaching Innovation, the specialist provides client consultation, multimedia design project planning, file management, and adapts to evolving university styles and standards. The position involves video production and post‑production, both field and studio, collaborating with faculty and coordinating resources.

Key Responsibilities

Multimedia Production for Faculty Pre‑production Planning

• Plans effective multimedia projects by preparing instructional training, public information and creative/promotional materials.
• Works with SJSU Online faculty and staff members to develop, shoot and edit video projects to create instructional content that is engaging and effective.
• Assesses client needs and multimedia selection, including concept development and production, from first edit through post‑production and delivery, and prepares scripts, storyboards and program designs, coordinating resource scheduling.
• Selects appropriate media approaches to achieve learning outcomes and integrates video, audio, digital and online components.

Producing/Directing

• Creates and produces instructional materials based on appropriate instructional media solutions.
• Collaborates in the creation of multimedia materials and evolves with styles and brand standards to produce effective multimedia content.

Post Production

• Assembles production materials into professionally finished products.
• Edits video recordings, soundtracks, still images, and multimedia presentations for highest quality.
• Creates post‑production elements such as animations, graphics, special effects and CSU‑mandated closed captions.
• Collaborates in evaluation of each project in terms of achievement of instructional and/or communication purpose.
• Directs production crew and on‑camera subjects, conducts interviews, and coordinates location logistics.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner.
• General awareness of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), and willingness to develop skills in responsible, ethical use.
• Significant skills in professional multimedia design, integration, staging, and operation, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Proficiency with media production software commonly used at SJSU, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Media Encoder, After Effects, Audition, Photoshop and Acrobat.
• Advanced research, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to create effective multimedia end products within a team and coordinate production work.
• Advanced knowledge of software applications: word processing, spreadsheet, database management, digital asset management.
• Advanced knowledge of multimedia technology including trends, formats and software.
• Significant knowledge of multimedia production processes including audience assessment, instructional and program design, and budgeting.
• Significant skills in directing live productions that incorporate complex audio mixing, graphics and multiple cameras.
• Ability to handle multiple work priorities, organize and plan work and projects, and perform accurately in a detail‑oriented environment.
• Ability to process raw footage using appropriate software for post‑production preparation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or equivalent.
• Five years plus of progressively responsible experience producing media, filming and editing, in a broadcast, corporate or educational environment, including demonstrated experience in scriptwriting and video production.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in media production, instructional technology, instructional design, broadcast journalism or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience in filming/editing video, live audio production, studio and remote production, multimedia creation and/or web design, project tracking and budgeting.

Compensation

Classification: Media Production Specialist III

Anticipated Hiring Range: $6,361/month – $7,023/month (Step 5 – Step 10)

CSU Salary Range: $5,877/month – $8,561/month (Step 1 – Step 20)

San José State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30–35% of the base salary.

Equal Employment Statement

San José State University is an equal opportunity employer. The university prohibits discrimination based on age, ancestry, caste, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military status, nationality, race, religion, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, sex stereotype, and veteran status. This policy applies to all San José State University students, faculty, and staff, as well as university programs and activities. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and certain other federal and state laws, prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex in all education programs and activities operated by the university. Reasonable accommodation is made for applicants with disabilities who self‑disclose.