Associate, Multimedia Content Job at Macmillan in New York

Macmillan Audio seeks a Multimedia Content Associate to lead the development and execution of innovative promotional assets. As a digital storyteller, you will create high‑impact video and audio content—from in‑studio author interviews to behind‑the‑scenes event coverage—that brings our audiobooks to life across all digital platforms. This role will manage the entire content lifecycle, from initial concept to final post‑production, reporting directly to the Marketing Director.

What You’ll Do

Content Strategy and Execution: Lead the full lifecycle of content creation, including conceptualizing ideas, negotiating fees, coordinating shoots, capturing and editing content, and managing stakeholder approvals.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with audiobook producers, marketers, social media managers and editorial team to align multimedia assets with broader campaign goals.

On‑Site Content Capture: Execute end‑to‑end studio photoshoots by directing talent, managing logistics, and capturing high‑impact visual content that aligns with brand standards.

Project Management: Maintain calendars, track production assignments, and ensure all projects meet high standards for quality and brand consistency.

Asset Distribution: Create and deliver optimized assets for social media, email marketing, and retail platforms, ensuring technical specifications are met for each outlet.

Strategic Guidance: Act as an internal subject‑matter expert, providing guidance to colleagues on multimedia best practices, performance analytics, and digital trends.

Innovation & Trends: Experiment with emerging formats, technologies, and storytelling techniques to keep Macmillan Audio at the forefront of digital trends.

Process Optimization: Continuously improve production workflows and file management to increase team efficiency.

What You’ll Bring

Technical Mastery: Proficiency in the Adobe Creative Cloud suite (Premiere Pro, Express, Photoshop, Lightroom, and After Effects), familiarity with DAWs (Reaper, ProTools, Audacity), and basic audio engineering skills.

Visual Storytelling: Skills in photography and videography, including a strong eye for framing, lighting, composition and studio staging.

Post‑Production: Photo retouching and video editing skills, with a focus on creating "thumb‑stopping" content for social platforms.

Communication & Collaboration: Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse departments.

Platform Expertise: Understanding of social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, etc.), specs, and the specific content styles that drive engagement on each.

Relationship Management: An approachable yet firm working style with a knack for building instant rapport; comfortable serving as the primary point of contact for talent and their representatives to negotiate terms and ensure a seamless creative experience.

Organization: Detail‑oriented with superb organizational and time‑management skills; able to self‑direct and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.

Industry Passion: A strong interest in the audiobook landscape and a knack for translating audio‑first products into compelling visual stories.

Experience Needed

At least 2‑3 years of professional experience in multimedia production, content creation, or a closely related field.

College degree or equivalent professional experience required.

This salary range for this role is $52,000 - $57,000.

This position is classified as remote but is tied to our New York, NY office located at 120 Broadway. Employment is subject to New York State tax withholding under applicable regulations.

Macmillan is proud to be an equal opportunity employer consistently striving to foster a culture where everyone belongs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and identities. Qualified applicants are evaluated without regard to race, color, religion, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, physical ability, neurodiversity, genetic information, protected veteran status, family and economic status and background or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We prohibit discrimination of any kind and will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

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In Summary: As a digital storyteller, you will create high‑impact video and audio content . This role will manage the entire content lifecycle, from initial concept to final post‑production . At least 2‑3 years of professional experience in multimedia production, content creation, or a closely related field required .

En Español: Macmillan Audio busca un Multimedia Content Associate para liderar el desarrollo y la ejecución de activos promocionales innovadores. Esta función gestionará todo el ciclo de vida del contenido, desde el concepto inicial hasta la postproducción final, informando directamente al Director de Marketing. Comprenderá la estrategia y ejecución de contenidos: Dirigirá el ciclo completo de vida de la creación de contenido, incluyendo conceptualizar ideas, negociar tarifas, coordinar disparos, capturar y editar contenido y gestionar las aprobaciones de los interesados. Colaboración interfuncional: asociarse estrechamente con productores de libros audiovisuales, vendedores, gerentes de redes sociales y equipo editorial para alinear activos multimedia con objetivos más amplios de campaña. En-Site Captura de Contenido: Ejecutir captaciones de fotos de estudio finales a través de diseño de talentos, gestión logística y captación de imágenes; Gestión de proyectos: Mantener calendarios, tareas de producción y habilidades técnicas de seguimiento adecuadas a todos los estándares de trabajo en línea. El empleo está sujeto a la retención de impuestos del estado de Nueva York bajo las regulaciones aplicables. Macmillan se enorgullece de ser un empleador de igualdad de oportunidades que se esfuerza constantemente por fomentar una cultura donde todos pertenezcan. Damos la bienvenida a los solicitantes de todo tipo de antecedentes e identidades. Los solicitantes calificados son evaluados sin importar raza, color, religión, edad, etnia, origen nacional, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de género, estatus de discapacidad, capacidad física, neurodiversidad, información genética, estado protegido veterano, condición familiar y económica y trasfondo u otra característica protegida por ley federal, estatal o local. Prohibimos cualquier clase de discriminación y proporcionaremos alojamientos razonables a individuos cualificados con discapacidades de acuerdo con la legislación aplicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr