Position Summary:
Under direct supervision of the Lead Multi-Media Artist, designs and manipulates graphic images, animations, sound, text and video into consolidated and seamless multimedia programs as well as creates art and copy layouts for material to be presented by other visual communications media.
This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
•Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials.
•Designs computer-based, Web-based, or multimedia-based layout, graphics, animation, video, sound and/or content for use in presentations, video productions, multimedia programs, Web sites, CDs, DVDs, emails, and other electronic media.
•Creates two-dimensional and three-dimensional images, if required.
•Secures illustrative or photography materials from outside sources.
•Conceptualizes, designs, and produces promotional and visual materials such as flyers, ads, brochures, logos, signage, and displays.
•Proofreads and edits copy for space.
•Obtains approval of concept by submitting designs for approvals to Lead Multi-Media Artist.
•Prioritizes, tracks, handles, and maintains records of the element costs, and time schedules of multiple projects.
•Tracks and schedules multimedia programs.
•Coordinates the printing production process to ensure quality: writes printing and other reproduction specifications (selects ink, paper, and print quality); inspects proofs for accuracy; recommends contractors (typesetters, printers, illustrators, photographers, cartographers).
•Coordinates a graphics or photographic library and/or maintain digital records.
•Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment.
•Use independent judgment, innovation, and creativity while simultaneously considering budget and audience.
•Establishes and maintains Content Management System and launching new and/or updated content to the website.
•Maintains, schedules and uploads files to the Voice messaging system.
•Responsible for posting of material on social media sites and reviews and responds to comments.
•Maintains technical knowledge by attending design workshops; reviewing professional publications; participating in professional societies.
•Conducts inventories and maintains graphic supplies and materials.
•Contributes to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
•Performs other duties as assigned.