Multimedia Specialist I

UF Information Technology (UFIT); Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 67,502,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Information Technology (UFIT) is seeking an intermediate Multimedia Specialist I to join Academic Technology. The role focuses on studio management, video recording, editing, and delivering educational content in UFIT’s studio environment.

The position supports faculty video needs, collaborates with UFIT staff on training videos, and ensures quality delivery following UF standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least one year of relevant experience.
• Experience in studio settings, schedule management and project management software.
• Proficiency in video production and in Adobe Creative Suite software.

Responsibilities

• Daily studio opening and managing a team of student workers.
• Understand and troubleshoot video and audio equipment in studios.
• Operate and apply Adobe Creative Suite editing tools (Premiere, After Effects, Audition).

Skills

Video production

Adobe Creative Suite

Team management

Customer service

File management

Attention to detail

Education

Two- or Four-year degree in video production or related discipline

Tools

Premiere Pro

After Effects

Audition

Job description

Classification Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience.

Classification Title

Multimedia Specialist I

Job Description

UF Information Technology (UFIT) is currently seeking an intermediate level Multimedia Specialist to join Academic Technology, a unit within UFIT, to assist with studio management, video recording, editing and delivery of educational content.

UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state-of-the-art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator.

The Center for Instructional Technology and Training is part of the Office of Academic Technology within UF Information Technology. We empower customers with knowledge, skills and technologies to successfully meet their teaching and learning needs. Our services ranges from instructional design, video production, assessment technologies, to exploring emerging teaching and learning tools.

Employment with UFIT provides an excellent opportunity to work with other employees dedicated and focused on understanding and interpreting the technological needs of the University of Florida’s innovative and inspirational community.

The Multimedia Specialist will be designated to support faculty video needs. This individual will also work with UFIT staff to produce engaging video for training and tutoring. This position requires the applicant to be competent with video lecture recordings in a studio setting. Applicants should be knowledgeable in managing a team, video recording, post-production, talent interaction and final delivery of materials following the UF Standards of Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Daily studio opening and managing a team of student workers
• Understanding the video and audio equipment in studios and able to troubleshoot issues quickly
• Comfortable working with Adobe Creative Suite of editing tools (Premiere, After Effects, Audition)

About UF Information Technology

Led by Senior Vice President and CIO Elias Eldayrie, the nine departments comprising UFIT are: Academic Technology; AI² Center; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. UF Information Technology (UFIT) enables teaching, learning, research, and service on campus and across the region with state-of-the-art enterprise IT systems, including SEC and SUS universities, and the opportunity to teach using HiPerGator. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit https://it.ufl.edu/about-ufit/strategic-plan/.

About The University Of Florida

One of America’s all-around best universities, the University of Florida drives future-making education, eye-opening discoveries, life-saving health care, and community-building collaboration for our state, our nation, and our world. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from Florida’s West Coast, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.

Exceptional Benefits

UF provides various leave programs based on an employee’s salary plan, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, personal leave days, and paid family leave. In addition to paid time off, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package.

Expected Salary

$24.04 an hour

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and one year of relevant experience.

Preferred

• EDUCATION & TRAINING
• Two or Four year degree in video production or related discipline or 2+ years of camera experience and management of small staff
• EXPERIENCE
• Work experience with studio settings, schedule management, and project management software
• SKILLS
• Demonstrated proficiency in video production
• Demonstrated proficiency with professional multimedia software
• Customer services skills
• Demonstrates ability to adhere to a strict file management system
• ABILITIES
• Ability to produce and edit interactive media using computer technology
• Ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to deliver quality customer service

Special Instructions To Applicants

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

A Level 1 Criminal Background Screening is required.

Applicants are required to submit the following with their application:

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• Portfolio of previous video projects – Website/Vemeo/YouTube
• List of professional references with contact information (Minimum of 3 with one from a previous or current supervisor)

The application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (E.T.) of the posting end date.

This position is eligible for Veteran’s preference. If you are claiming Veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veteran's Preference Page for more specific information.

Health Assessment Required: No