The School of Data Science is hiring a Multimedia Specialist to plan, create, and produce engaging content in support of the school’s Data Points Podcast, faculty research video spotlights, and instructional design initiatives. In collaboration with the Creative Manager, the Multimedia Specialist will ensure all content aligns with SDS brand guidelines. Additional responsibilities include contributing to the communications content plan, scouting locations, managing inventory and digital assets, and overseeing all post-production tasks. Other duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in the planning and production of the Data Points Podcast.
• Create branded faculty research videos.

• Support instructional design videos.
• Cover special events through content creation, photography, and video production.
• Ensure all digital content is accurate, engaging, and meets deadlines.
• Maintain multimedia inventory and digital assets.

This is a wage position which is not eligible for leave or other benefits and is limited to 1500 hours of work in a year. For more information, refer to the Wage Employment link: http://uvapolicy.virginia.edu/policy/HRM-029.

To apply, please submit an application online at https://jobs.virginia.edu and attach a current CV/Resume, Cover Letter and Portfolio . Search on requisition number: R0068243.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to Keith Johnson , HR Specialist at fkj2t@virginia.edu.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.  This position will also require an Education Verification.

Required Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in media arts, digital arts, or related field.
• Minimum three years of related experience.
• Proficiency in design, video production, audio editing, and multimedia presentation.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, produce accurate work, and meet deadlines.
• High level of self-direction and a willingness to learn new software programs.
• Preferred skills: animation sequences, motion graphics, and other rendering techniques.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require walking some distance to
attend meetings, and programs.
This position is based in Charlottesville, VA, and in-person with the potential for a hybrid and/or flexible schedule. Occasional evening and
weekend hours may be required.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.