Temporary Employment Services (TES) Digital Communications Specialist 3

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical plans

Holidays, Vacation and Sick Time

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement saving plans

Diversity and inclusion resources

Job summary

University of California, Davis seeks a Digital Communications Specialist 3 for a temporary role to create engaging multimedia stories and deliver on-campus videography and photography needs. You will produce, edit and publish content across digital platforms, coordinate photo shoots with faculty and staff, and manage archiving with proper metadata.

This is a 75% time, hybrid assignment across Davis campuses.

Qualifications

• Experience creating engaging multimedia stories using video, audio and graphics.
• Expertise in producing, editing and publishing videos and photos for digital platforms.
• Experience taking photos for college website, press releases, campus events and publications.
• Experience coordinating photo shoots with faculty and staff.
• Experience using graphics software to edit digital video and photos.
• Keep multimedia collections current, and manage metadata information.
• Ability to turn research topics into engaging videos and simple graphics for non-experts.
• Experience shooting and editing videos from start to finish; including Adobe Premiere.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging multimedia stories using a variety of media sources and footage.
• Produce, edit and publish videos and photos for multiple digital platforms.
• Coordinate photo shoots with faculty and staff and manage scheduling and logistics.
• Edit multimedia assets and maintain accurate metadata for archiving.

Skills

Multimedia storytelling

Video production

Photography

Coordinate shoots

Graphics editing

Metadata management

Video editing

Adobe Premiere

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Job description

Job Summary

Temporary Employment Services (TES) Digital Communications Specialist 3. Temporary Employment Services (TES) Employees perform a variety of general clerical and administrative support functions for multiple departments during the course of employment. One of our departments on the Davis Campus is looking for a temporary Digital Communications Specialist 3 / Videographer/Photographer for a temporary assignment. Temporary Assignments may involve activities such as creating documents and spreadsheets using MS Office and other similar tools, calendar management using Outlook, scheduling meetings both in person and virtual, event planning, making travel arrangements, processing expense reports, processing payroll transactions, human resources support, and other related clerical duties such as reception, answering phones, filing, scanning and managing correspondence.

Apply By Date

(11:59pm 9/29/26); Interviews and recruiting process may occur at any time

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience creating engaging multimedia stories using a variety of media sources and footage including: video, audio and graphics.
• Expertise in producing, editing and publishing videos and photos for a variety of digital platforms.
• Experience taking photos for college website, press releases, college events and print and digital publications.
• Experience with coordinating photo shoots with faculty and staff.
• Experience using graphics software and tools to edit digital video and photos.
• Keep collections current, archive multimedia files and digital images, and ensure that metadata information is complete and correct.
• Ability to turn topics (research, students, field work, community impact) into interesting videos, photos, and simple graphics that make sense to non-experts.
• Experience with shooting and editing videos from start to finish
• Experience with Adobe Premiere

Preferred Qualifications

• Comfortable interviewing faculty and explaining research clearly and effectively.
• Experience working outdoors and around field activities.
• Flexibility, willingness to accept Temporary Assignments regardless of classification and/or pay rate.
• The ability to learn quickly and multi-task.
• Interpersonal, verbal and written skills to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of people.

Department Description

• Temporary Employment Services assigns jobs throughout UC Davis Campus (Davis) and UC Davis Health (Sacramento) encompassing a wide variety of work environments.
• Assignments can last from anywhere, from a month to two years depending on the position and the need of the department.
• Employees are expected to remain flexible when accepting temporary assignments as job duties and pay rates will vary.
• May be required to work occasional overtime, evenings, and/or weekends depending upon the assignment.
• Positions require a background check and may require a pre-placement medical exam.
• Must complete mandatory training within 15 days from start date of first assignment. In addition, those assigned at UCDHS must complete the HIPAA Privacy and Security Training prior to placement.
• A valid CA Driver's License may be required for some assignments.
• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $5,799.99
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: varies
• Payroll Title: Digital Comm Spec 3
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Temporary/Floater
• Percentage of Time: 75%
• Shift Hours: Monday-Friday variable schedule
• Location: varies as assignment will be at Davis Campus and surrounding Davis area
• Union Representation: yes
• Benefits Eligible: mid-level medical only
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: assignment hybrid both on site at campus and various locations

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family’s needs
• Holidays, Vacation and Sick Time per UC Davis Policy
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness program and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to physically move from location to location and work outdoors
• Work on computer, keyboard, mouse and screen for extended periods of time.
• Sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time.
• Maneuver items weighing up to 25 lbs.

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and may be subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer

EEO/AA Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affiliation Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don’t meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks