Georgia State University is hiring: Multimedia Communications Specialist, Interm

Overview

Multimedia Communications Specialist, Intermediate — Georgia State University (CETLOE: Center for Excellence in Teaching, Learning & Online Education). We develop innovative learning projects that enhance the educational experience across GSU. Georgia State University is a leading force in the digital transformation of higher education.

We are seeking a creative professional with a strong visual and graphic design background to produce engaging media for university courses. This role works in a collaborative, team-based environment with designers specializing in Graphic Design, Animation, Motion Graphics, Video Production, and AR/VR. The ideal candidate is curious, eager to explore new tools and techniques, and motivated to continually grow their skills.

What makes CETLOE a great place?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

Responsibilities

• Apply human-centered design principles to create elegant, innovative content and interactions for a diverse student audience.
• Develop graphic content for GSU courses and departmental projects.
• Collaborate with instructional designers and subject matter experts to convert complex data and concepts into innovative, sometimes interactive, infographics.
• Partner with graphic design and video production teams to produce cohesive multimedia packages, including interactive videos.
• Solicit and incorporate feedback from users, cross-disciplinary partners, and stakeholders; provide guidance and collaborate on implementation with instructional designers and subject matter experts.
• Ensure all designs meet ADA compliance standards or develop the skills to do so.

Minimum Hiring Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
• Strong background in visual and graphic design.
• Proficiency in design software and tools relevant to multimedia production.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Curiosity and eagerness to learn new techniques, tools, and technologies.
• Experience creating engaging, user-centered media for educational or professional audiences is preferred.

Tools & Skills

• Design Software (not all required; depth may outweigh breadth): Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dimension, XD, Dreamweaver), Procreate and other design software.

Core Skills

• Traditional Graphic Design
• Typography & Communication Design
• Interactive Design & Motion Graphics

Bonus / Additional Skills

• Web development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, NodeJS
• CSS frameworks: Compass & Sass
• General web development knowledge