Multimedia Production Consultant

Job Title:

Multimedia Production Consultant

Requisition Number:

DU11531

Department Name:

3L700:ITS Customer Spt & Student Enablement

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Salary Range:

$12/hr

Type of Position:

Student

Position Time Status :

Part-Time

Required Education:

Candidates must be enrolled at UK full-time for the Spring 2024 semester. Candidates must remain enrolled full-time in good academic standing for the duration of their employment with ITS

Required Related Experience:

Previous experience with Windows and/or Macintosh operating systems.

Required License/Registration/Certification:

none

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work in a sedentary position utilizing computer, mouse, keyboard, and phone for portions of the day

Shift:

The Media Depot is open MTWT—10 AM – 10PM, Friday—10AM – 8PM
Work hours are FLEXIBLE! Shifts will be 3-5 hours long and can be scheduled around classes.

Job Summary:

Tired of suffering through vertical videos, Photoshop fails, and pitiful presentations? Think you can do a better job?
Prove it!
The Media Depot in Young Library seeks creative, tech savvy individuals to help raise the bar on multimedia in the classroom by leading their peers to success in multimedia endeavors. Your technical know-how and targeted instruction will be used to assist students in dire need of help with programs such as Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Garageband, and more!
We offer a supportive, flexible work environment with access to the latest and greatest campus multimedia equipment. Cultivate your skills, learn new software, and get inspired while lending a helping hand to others and being part of a team striving to foster creative excellence — all while getting paid!
Duties Include:
* Assisting students using the Media Depot with a variety of graphic, video, and multimedia projects
* Helping students become green screen wizards in our green screen studio
* Handling reservations for our green screen studio and editing suites
* Providing support for basic computer tasks (email, word processing, printing, etc)
* Fostering a welcoming, creative atmosphere
* Keeping the lab spaces looking clean and shiny
* Giving tours of the Media Depot
Smart Campus Initiatives included but not limited to:

• iPad Distribution Events
• iPad Support
• UK Invest Support
• UK Invest Live Chat
• Filming and editing in house smart campus productions"

Interns may also be asked to complete light office work and assist staff with workshops, resource fairs, and other outreach or public eventsSkills / Knowledge / Abilities:

Technical Skills:
* Proficiency with Adobe Premiere, Final Cut Pro, Camtasia, or equivalent, including media management
* Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe
Illustrator CS 4 or above
* Understanding of common multimedia formats and
export options
* Some experience with storyboarding and/or production planning
* Familiarity with online media distribution sites, such as YouTube or Vimeo
* Competency with both Macintosh and Windows operating systems
Workplace Skills:
Exceptional customer service and/or interpersonal skills
* Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English
* Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
* Proactive, motivated, and communicative attitude towards work-related activities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

No

Preferred Education/Experience:

Preferred candidates will have some or all of the following:
* Experience in teaching, customer service, and/or technology support
* Experience with Adobe After Effects, Captivate, and/or Flash
* Experience with 3-D modeling or animation software
* Experience with audio and video recording and editing, including use of cameras, microphones, and lighting equipment.
* Experience with screen or webcam capture applications

Deadline to Apply:

01/31/2024

University Community of Inclusion:

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.