Multimedia Specialist - Intermittent Job at State of Ohio in Columbus

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Communications, the Intermittent Multimedia Specialist focuses on producing and coordinating audio/visual (A/V) projects, supporting news outlets, conferences, and educational initiatives. Responsibilities include operating A/V equipment, creating video content for the Secretary of State’s programs, and advising staff on production techniques.

The Intermittent Multimedia Specialist will also assist in planning events, capturing photographic and video content for distribution, and maintaining archival materials. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple projects to enhance the agency’s branding and outreach efforts. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Audio/Visual Production

• Execute photography assignments and shoot videos.
• Produce A/V activities and projects for news outlets, conferences, and educational purposes.
• Operate A/V equipment (cameras, video cameras, audio recorders, lighting equipment, microphones).
• Assist the Deputy Director of Communications on video projects to announce new programs.
• Support virtual news interviews working with news channels and podcasts.

Publication Development

• Create camera-ready art files for professional printing.
• Maintain layout and design of various publications (guides, forms, brochures, posters).
• Coordinate and develop materials for special projects and events, including labels, signs, and PowerPoint templates.
• Capture photographs and video content for distribution.

Archival Maintenance

• Maintain historical items, documents, and audiovisual materials for archives and displays.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Coursework or one year of experience with video editing, animation, and motion graphics. Coursework or one year of experience in photography and videography

Preferred

• Coursework or six months of experience with Adobe LiveCycle or Adobe Experience Manager Forms
• Coursework or one year of experience in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects, and Dreamweaver) and Lightroom

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships
• Follow SOS policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws and administrative code, as they relate
• Interpret and follow a variety of instructions in written, oral, or picture format
• Keen attention to detail, accuracy in work and organization skills
• Handle sensitive and confidential inquiries from employees

Technology

• Equipment Operation (e.g., pc w/ MS Office; Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Premiere, After Effects, LiveCycle; Acrobat; HTML; CSS)

Organization

Secretary of State

Agency Contact Name and Information

Ambra Storay

Unposting Date

Sep 18, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

SOS Civic Center Dr 5

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

$32.06/hr

Schedule

Full-time

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Communications

Technical Skills

Computer Literacy, Visual Design, Communications

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail, Creativity, Organizing and Planning

Agency Overview

MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST - INTERMITTENT

About Us

As Ohio’s Secretary of State, Frank LaRose is doing his part to deliver a thriving democracy and a prosperous economy for all Ohioans. In his role as the state’s chief elections officer, he is working to ensure that Ohio’s elections are both secure and accessible. And, as the first stop for new businesses in the Buckeye State, he is assisting entrepreneurs as they receive articles of incorporation for a new business.