Multimedia Specialist II

RiseMe; Andalusia (AL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

401(k) Match

Educational Assistance

Job summary

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative is hiring a Multimedia Specialist II to provide quality multimedia services including audio/video production and UAS operations. Located in Andalusia, this role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience.

The position promotes teamwork and efficient communication throughout the organization. The Multimedia Specialist will set up AV equipment for meetings, assist with UAS compliance, and contribute to creative services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Technology, Video Production, or related field.
• Basic knowledge of desktop applications and industry technologies.
• Competency in AV certification credentials required within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and troubleshoot audio/video control systems.
• Set up equipment for meetings and presentations.
• Assist UAS pilot with regulatory compliance.
• Provide photography and videography services.
• Promote teamwork and communication within the organization.

Skills

Audio/Video systems

Multimedia production

Networking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Associate degree + 2 years experience

4 years relevant experience

Tools

MS-Windows

PC hardware

AV integration tools

Job description

Multimedia Specialist II

(Communications Department)

PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Andalusia, AL, is a generation and transmission (G&T) electric cooperative with 22 distribution members - 18 electric distribution systems and four municipal electric systems - in Alabama and northwest Florida. PowerSouth's member systems provide power to end-use consumers across 51 counties in Alabama and 10 counties in Florida.

PowerSouth's most important asset is a workforce of more than 560 men and women at nine PowerSouth locations. Safety is PowerSouth's number one core value, and its employees set the bar for safety excellence and have achieved an impressive safety record.

JOB SUMMARY & MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The purpose of this position is to provide reliable, quality services with audio/video, multimedia, webcasting, video conferencing, and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) services in such a way that serves the needs of and builds relationships with member systems, PowerSouth employees, and other community organizations and partners. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Technology, Video Production, Photography, Multimedia, Information Systems, Networking or a related field. In lieu of a Bachelor's degree, this position requires an Associate degree and two (2) years of experience in the use of electronic media production and multimedia, and AV systems integration. In lieu of a degree, four (4) years of experience in the use of electronic media production and multimedia, and AV systems integration may be considered. Basic knowledge of desktop applications, and basic knowledge of industry technologies is desired. This position requires competency in MS-Windows and PC applications, PC hardware maintenance, software installation, PC upgrades, connecting and maintaining peripherals, maintaining and installing PC-AV integration. The incumbent must be able to achieve required AV certification credentials within one (1) year of employment, maintain required certification credentials, and participate in ongoing AV training related to operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of various equipment and UAS.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for requests including maintenance and troubleshooting of in-house audio/video control systems in the PowerSouth conference rooms and boardroom, computer networking, and assists with AV system integration for the purpose of ensuring audio-visual equipment is set up and operational in all PowerSouth conference rooms and boardroom.
• Responsible for the set up and installation of equipment such as microphones, speakers, audio mixers, amplifiers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables for events and functions such as meetings and conventions, presentations, and news conferences during the regular work week, after hours, and occasionally weekends for on-site and off-site meeting locations.
• Serves as visual observer/spotter and assists PowerSouth's UAS pilot with regulatory, technical, and operational use of the UAS; assists with coordination, evaluation and compliance of FAA rules and regulations and other regulatory bodies on obtaining waivers and permissions for accessing complex airspace; assists with requests for use of UAS, applicable corporate procedures, documentation and asset maintenance and project execution.
• Assists in providing photography, videography and creative services for PowerSouth and its distribution members, during the regular work week, after hours and some weekends.
• Responsible for ensuring the success of PowerSouth by promoting teamwork, group goals and objectives, properly communicating and cooperating within the PowerSouth organization and with member systems as well as demonstrating and promoting standards of respect and dignity, accountability, integrity, and trustworthiness.

BENEFITS:

• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pension Plan funded 100% by the company
• 401(k) Plan with up to 5% employer match
• Group Life Benefits
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal and Sick Leave
• Educational Assistance

Employment is subject to a negative drug screen, background check, and completion of a comprehensive application for employment.

EOE, including disability/vets