Multimedia Producer

Multimedia Producer

The Multimedia Producer produces high-quality video and visual content that supports SUNY Cortland's marketing, enrollment, and brand goals. Working within the Marketing and Communications Office, this position serves as a key creative partner and content producer, helping to shape visual storytelling that advances the university's marketing and enrollment goals. The position plans, produces, and optimizes multimedia content that highlights the student experience, academic programs, and campus community. The Multimedia Producer manages the university's centralized photo and video asset library to ensure content is organized, accessible, and aligned with brand standards.
Major Responsibilities:
Video Production & Storytelling
Post-Production & Editing
Creative Planning & Collaboration
Photography & Content Capture
Asset & Equipment Management
Performance, Trends, and Continuous Improvement
Functional and Supervisory Relationships:
Reports to: Assistant Director of Creative Services
Works closely with: Marketing and Communications team, campus stakeholders (Admissions, Athletics, Academic Affairs, Student Life, Advancement)
May supervises or provide direction to student workers or freelancers, if applicable
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in video production, film, communications, or related field.
Two years' experience producing, shooting, and editing professional-quality video content.
Proficiency with industry-standard video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro or similar).
Professional experience with photography, lighting, and audio capture in both controlled and live environments.
Strong portfolio showcasing video storytelling across multiple formats and platforms.
Ability to travel to various locations and transport equipment.
Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends as needed to support events and production schedules.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with motion graphics, animation, and kinetic typography.
Proficiency with Adobe After Effects.
Experience producing content for higher education or mission-driven organizations.
Demonstrated ability to create content optimized for digital and social platforms.
Experience working within brand standards and integrated marketing campaigns.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced, event-driven environment.
Strong visual storytelling and creative concept development.
Technical expertise in video production, lighting, sound, and editing.
Attention to detail in composition, color, and audio quality.
Ability to translate strategic goals into compelling content.
Project management and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
Understanding of digital media formats, trends, and platform optimization.
About the University:
A top public university of approximately 6,600 students located in the geographic center of New York State, SUNY Cortland provides accessible, affordable education to students from across the U.S. One of 13 comprehensive universities in the State University of New York system, SUNY Cortland prides itself on its rigorous undergraduate and graduate programs in the liberal arts, sciences, education, and professional studies. For more than 150 years, SUNY Cortland has provided unmistakable value for students seeking a well-rounded academic, athletic, and social experience. The University ranks among the top campuses in the nation on Money magazine's "Best Colleges for Your Money List," fields a powerhouse Division III athletics program and boasts an impressive network of alumni making a difference in education, business, government, fitness, medicine and many other fields.
EEO Statement:
SUNY Cortland is an AA/EEO/ADA employer and encourages applications from women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of underrepresented groups.