Graduate Coordinator For Multimedia (Student)

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Department:

Education & Support Programs

Time Type:

Part time

Job Description:

Supervisor: The Associate Director for Education & Support Programs.

Summary:

The Center for Diversity & Inclusion (CDI) is seeking a graduate student to provide intentional, visual, and educational support for CDI's multimedia advancement. The Multimedia Coordinator is responsible for creating and producing innovative multimedia content that is engaging, visually appealing, and meets the needs of an organization's branding and marketing goals. They must have a wide range of skills, including graphic design, video production, and web development skills. They will work as part of a team and collaborate with other creative professionals to bring multimedia projects to life.

The Center for Diversity & Inclusion is looking for a collaborative team player interested in enhancing the experience of all students, understanding the campus climate, and partnering intentionally with campus partners and administrative offices to tell to cultivate and create spaces that allows students to engage with one another through dialogue in a meaningful and community driven manner.

Work Environment:

• The Center for Diversity & Inclusion promotes a diverse, respectful, and inclusive learning, living, and working environment for the university community.

• The Center for Diversity & Inclusion promotes the personal growth of students by providing specialized university-wide educational programs and training, Intergroup Dialogues, as well as support for First-Generation, LGBTQIA+, District Scholars, and the Summer Transition Enrichment Program (STEP) cohort.

Required Education & Experience:

• The Graduate Coordinator for Multimedia must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate program at American University.

• Additionally, they must acknowledge and understand multi-layered topics of identity, including ability, race, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender expression, etc.

Essential Functions:

• Assist in development and implementation of strategy for multimedia content

• Develops and edits creative concepts and designs for multimedia. projects. through utilizing various design software and programs.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure content is aligned with brand messaging and marketing strategies.

• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timeliness and quality of deliverables.

• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and design trends.

• Provide technical support for multimedia equipment and software.

• Provide supervision to the Videographer and Graphic Designer.

• Edits video, audio recordings for use in multimedia for CDI's website, specifically educational programs.

• Develop analytical reports relating to implementation of media strategies and social media handles.

• Research, benchmark, and assess CDI and other campuses' educational, support programs, & media efforts.

• Other duties as assigned with general office tasks.

Qualifications:

• Proficient in multimedia software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Final Cut Pro, and/or Premiere Pro.

• Strong understanding of design principles and aesthetic concepts.

• Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks and deadlines.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and software.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• This is an in person (non-hybrid) position that can work up to 20 hours (a week).

Salary Range:

• $18.50/hour .

Required Education and Experience:

• Open to all graduate students who are enrolled in an American University degree program for the 2024-2025 academic year.

• As a note, there are no tuition benefits available for this position.

Work Study:

No

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• American University is an E-Verify employer.

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