Senior Communications Specialist

The University of Texas at Arlington Portal; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Arlington seeks a Senior Communications Specialist to develop and execute compelling strategic content across media, supporting the university’s top priorities and ensuring high-quality deliverables.

You will assist the Director of Multimedia, manage projects, coordinate with marketing and campus communicators, and ensure content aligns with deadlines and brand standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in digital marketing, photography, television production, cinematography, multimedia production, journalism or related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in a professional media production environment or equivalent.
• Strong proficiency with current videography and photography equipment.
• Proficiency in graphic, Web online, and video production software editing such as Final Cut Pro and Adobe Creative Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develops innovative, creative, and strategic digital and social media content to support high-priority communications and marketing objectives.
• Conducts background research and interviews to develop concepts.
• Directs video and photo shoots and creates storyboards and work plans.
• Schedules locations, scouts talent, and coordinates content opportunities.
• Uses current videography/photography tech to deliver final products that meet project directives.

Skills

Videography

Photography

Graphic design

Adobe Creative Suite

Final Cut Pro

Storyboarding

Project management

Public relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in media/communications

Tools

After Effects

Mac OS

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number S06306P

Position Title

Position Title Senior Communications Specialist

Department

Department VP Mktng, Msgn, & Engmnt

Location

Location Arlington

Job Family

Job Family Communications/Public Affairs

Position Status

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours

Work Hours Standard

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm

• This position requires occasional availability outside of standard business hours, including early mornings, evenings, and some weekends, both on and off campus.
• Some local and regional travel required for meetings, events, and conferences.

Open to

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience up to $65,000.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.
https://www.uta.edu/hr/employee-benefits
To help you understand the full value of these benefits, we have created a tool that calculates the total worth of your compensation package. This tool takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and learn more about the total value of your benefits, please click on the following link:
https://resources.uta.edu/hr/services/records/compensation-tools.php

Job Summary

The Senior Communications Specialist develops and executes compelling strategic content in a variety of media, which support and communicate the top priorities of the University. The Senior Communications Specialist will assist the Director of Multimedia with the day-to-day operations of the unit and serves as a key project manager responsible for ensuring the creative alignment of content, direction, and ensures consistent, high-quality deliverables and adherence to all critical deadlines.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops innovative, creative, and strategic digital and social media and marketing, news, public relations and corporate communications video solutions to support high-priority communications and marketing objectives for The University of Texas at Arlington while maintaining consistently high- quality standards on all productions.
• Conducts required research such as personal interviews and other back-grounding techniques to obtain necessary information to develop concepts.
• Conducts interviews with faculty, staff, students, and alumni and helps direct video and photo shoots.
• Creates storyboards and work plans, helps write and edit scripts, and seeks appropriate approval and input at key points prior to, and during, all phases of production.
• Schedules and scouts locations, maintains contacts and resources for talent selection, stays abreast of relevant University events for coverage and documentary opportunities, identifies and suggests opportunities for content and coverage.
• Utilizes all current technology, formats, and standards in videography, sound, photography, and video editing to deliver final products in accordance with project directives.
• Makes technical and creative decisions regarding such elements as appropriate lighting, shooting angles, lens selection, placement and type of microphones, locations, use of movement and interview style, and participates in projects’ visual and audio development.
• Works closely with all functional areas of the central Communications and Marketing office and campus marketers/communications officers to ensure integration of various design objectives and to develop creative, compelling visual solutions, and provide technical support for a wide variety of projects across multiple platforms (digital, online, live performance).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a concentration in digital marketing, photography, television production, cinematography, multimedia production, journalism or related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in a professional media production environment or an equivalent mix of education and relevant experience in similar role.
• Strong proficiency with current professional videography and photography equipment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in graphic, Web online, and video production software editing and production programs such as Final Cut Pro and the Adobe Creative Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years of video editing experience.
• Two (2) years working in After Effects.
• Two (2) years working with MAC Operating System.
• Experience at a video production facility, advertising agency, corporate or institutional in-house organization, or higher education in-house creative team supported by a strong demo reel or portfolio is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in graphic design programs and image editing programs such as Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate and manage the interest of multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrate clear and accurate written communication skills.
• A strong focus on attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to changing priorities, direction, and deadlines is essential.
• Ability to think creatively, solve problems, plan directions, overcome obstacles and successfully negotiate with individuals and groups is essential.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment and independently with minimal supervision.

Other Requirements

• Please note: This position is considered “essential personnel” and thus may be required to be in communication with other Marketing, Messaging, and Engagement communications staff and senior administrators, and/or perform key work tasks, in off-hours or off-location conditions as required to execute special projects or critical communications as conditions may demand.

Working Conditions

• Video and photography production may occur in a studio and on location.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.

University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [e-mail] .

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

Minimum Number of References Required

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Maximum Number of References Accepted 3

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
  • GED
  • High School Diploma
  • Associate's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • PhD or equivalent
• * How many years of experience do you have in digital marketing, photography, television production, cinematography, multimedia production, journalism or related field?
  • None/less than 3 years
  • 3 years/less than 5 years
  • 5 years/less than 7 years
  • 7 years or more
• * How many years of combined experience do you have with video editing?
  • None/less than 2 years
  • 2 years/less than 3 years
  • 3 years/less than 5 years
  • 5 years or more
• * What is your level of expertise with professional videography and photography equipment?
  • 1 - Basic knowledge
  • 3 - Intermediate
  • 4 - Advanced
  • 5 – Proficient
• * How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?
  • None/less than 1 year
  • 2 to 3 years
  • 4 to 5 years
  • 6 years or more

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume or CV
• Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents

Last refresh: Thursday November 30, 2023 02:18:05 AM