Florida A&M University
Florida A&M University's Office of University Housing is pleased to announce the acceptance of qualified applications for the Media/Digital Artist vacancy.
Responsibilities
This position serves works under the direction of the Assistant Director, Housing Marketing and Communications.
The essential functions and fundamentals for this position: Shoots the events and classes happening in University Housing department; Splices raw film footage together from various sources, shoots, and combines it with other scenes to create a cohesive story; Evaluates and edits the footage into time lines and cut time out of certain shots to create a more impactful story for the audience; Combines visual footage with audio sound effects, dialogue ambient sound, and a musical sound track to create more drama in the story.
Uses computer editing software programs, video switching devices, digital video effects programs and other tools to piece together film components; Ensures all editing cuts, splices, changes and additions appear seamless and natural and help the story flow more effectively in the finished product; Participates in discussions about the format, delivery, specifications and technical problem solving needed for a project;and, designs and edits content that meets brand guidelines.
Conceptualizes and creates ideas for compelling content that is platform-specific; Sets up on-location video productions including proper lighting and sound design; Provides post-production knowledge of exporting, trans-coding, converting and archiving footage; Takes feedback to make adjustments & deliver finished products on time; Creates portfolio of photography and demo reel for videography; Develops content for social media; Creates audio recording editing; and, Utilizes export and compression best practices for digital and social media.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree focused on Digital Art, Computer Related Science,or appropriate area specialization and three years of related digital experience; or Master's degree in Art or Fine Arts with Digital Art focus and two year of related digital experience, or Certified vocational/technical training equal to three years, with seven years experience in the specific area of digital art; or Post secondary education equal to three years and ten years experience in the specific area of digital art.
Recommended Competencies
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related Federal, State and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations; Ability to gather, interpret, report and edit information; Ability to analyze, understand and interpret policies, procedures, goals and objectives; Ability to utilize problem solving skills; Ability to strategically plan and serve as a catalyst for organizational change, cultivate a shared vision with others, and motivate others to transfer vision into action; Ability to train and supervise employees; Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices; and, Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Pay Plan
This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.
Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.
Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person's period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.
How To Apply
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.
Equal Opportunity/Access
Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Time Limited Position
This position is "time-limited". Time limited positions are funded by a contract or grant, auxiliaries and local funds having a defined expiration date. Persons hired in such positions are eligible to attain permanent status with the University but are not entitled to retention rights in the event of the expiration and/or non-renewal of the contract or grant.
Responsibilities
This position serves works under the direction of the Assistant Director, Housing Marketing and Communications.
The essential functions and fundamentals for this position: Shoots the events and classes happening in University Housing department; Splices raw film footage together from various sources, shoots, and combines it with other scenes to create a cohesive story; Evaluates and edits the footage into time lines and cut time out of certain shots to create a more impactful story for the audience; Combines visual footage with audio sound effects, dialogue ambient sound, and a musical sound track to create more drama in the story.
Uses computer editing software programs, video switching devices, digital video effects programs and other tools to piece together film components; Ensures all editing cuts, splices, changes and additions appear seamless and natural and help the story flow more effectively in the finished product; Participates in discussions about the format, delivery, specifications and technical problem solving needed for a project;and, designs and edits content that meets brand guidelines.
Conceptualizes and creates ideas for compelling content that is platform-specific; Sets up on-location video productions including proper lighting and sound design; Provides post-production knowledge of exporting, trans-coding, converting and archiving footage; Takes feedback to make adjustments & deliver finished products on time; Creates portfolio of photography and demo reel for videography; Develops content for social media; Creates audio recording editing; and, Utilizes export and compression best practices for digital and social media.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree focused on Digital Art, Computer Related Science,or appropriate area specialization and three years of related digital experience; or Master's degree in Art or Fine Arts with Digital Art focus and two year of related digital experience, or Certified vocational/technical training equal to three years, with seven years experience in the specific area of digital art; or Post secondary education equal to three years and ten years experience in the specific area of digital art.
Recommended Competencies
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related Federal, State and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations; Ability to gather, interpret, report and edit information; Ability to analyze, understand and interpret policies, procedures, goals and objectives; Ability to utilize problem solving skills; Ability to strategically plan and serve as a catalyst for organizational change, cultivate a shared vision with others, and motivate others to transfer vision into action; Ability to train and supervise employees; Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices; and, Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Pay Plan
This is an Administrative and Professional (A&P) position.
Conditions of Employment
Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.
Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.
Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person's period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.
How To Apply
Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Self Service in iRattler. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.
Equal Opportunity/Access
Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Time Limited Position
This position is "time-limited". Time limited positions are funded by a contract or grant, auxiliaries and local funds having a defined expiration date. Persons hired in such positions are eligible to attain permanent status with the University but are not entitled to retention rights in the event of the expiration and/or non-renewal of the contract or grant.