Job Summary:
Recreation & Wellbeing (Rec Well) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is searching for a creative and innovative multimedia designer to lead our work in photography, video, and digital integration. We just opened the Bakke (BAH-kee) Recreation & Wellbeing Center in April 2023. This innovative state-of-the-art facility provides square footage for wellbeing services (including spaces to support mental health) and physical activity. The first of its kind on the UW-Madison campus. Bakke is the second building project of the Rec Well master plan passed in March 2014 which allowed a comprehensive overhaul of recreational and wellbeing spaces on campus including two outdoor turf fields and the construction of another major facility, Nicholas Recreation Center, on the Southeast side of campus.
The Coordinator of Digital Media is a full-time employee under the direct supervision of the Associate Director of Marketing & Communications. This person will provide design expertise and support to promote our programs, services, and facilities. They will also be responsible for interpreting concepts and leading design and creation of photography, videography, and digital media to create materials that move Badgers to play hard, get fit, and live well. In addition, they will also directly supervise a team of 3-5 student employees.
Responsibilities: Designs and develops multimedia solutions and materials in collaboration with other content creators, adhering to project timelines and developing and posting content for a specified unit in support of visually and contextually communicating messages aligned with unit strategy.
- 50% Conceptualizes, plans, designs, and executes multimedia solutions for a specific work unit that may be used through various platforms in collaboration with stakeholders and other content creation staff
- 10% Contributes to the development of communication, event, and marketing materials to fit into the overall strategy of the work unit
- 10% Tracks and manages timelines and deliverables related to communication projects
- 15% Directs operational activities for multiple communication platforms and posts content within a work unit that may include websites, social media, written/illustrative communications, and online tools
- 10% Develops communication, event, and marketing strategies and materials to align with the overall work unit strategic initiative
- 5% Develops and facilitates trainings for staff and customers regarding technology options and best practices
Tasks:
Design Content: Creation, Planning, and Strategy
1. Plan, create, and design content for all our platforms: email, social, website, mobile app, print, etc.
2. Simultaneously manage and track deadlines for multiple multimedia projects and deliverables.
3. Research and propose designs that further our mission, vision, and values.
4. Identify opportunities for growth by staying aware of current trends, practices, and technologies.
5. Work closely with our Coordinators of Graphic Design and Communications & Outreach to deliver a consistent brand message across all platforms.
6. Work closely with the Associate Director of Marketing & Communications to create and execute annual, semesterly, and topic/theme centric marketing.
7. Act as the Marketing & Communications liaison for several departments, track notes for meetings, and share updates a Marketing & Communications Department meetings.
Asset Management
1. Manage updates and licensing for any video/photography related software and technology.
2. Collaborate with the Coordinator of Graphic Design to create, schedule, and deploy design content for 25-50 digital display screens across two facilities.
3. Maintain a library of all video and photo brand assets through an internal shared network drive and Adobe CC Library.
4. Work with our Associate Director of Marketing & Communications to ensure any external design content from our partners and sponsors is correctly maintained and displayed.
Student Team Collaboration
1. Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate our student digital media team.
2. Plan agendas and lead biweekly meetings and workshops for student digital media designers.
3. Work closely with Coordinators of Digital Media and Communications & Outreach to plan and lead monthly student all-staff meetings, manage office hours schedule, and provide development opportunities for student employees.
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background – people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education:
Required
Associate’s Degree
Preferred
Bachelor’s Degree preferably in Art, Design, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
– Professional photography and/or video experience in an agency, business, or educational setting.
– Advanced design skills and a strong portfolio that demonstrates creativity, originality, and results-driven marketing or advertising projects.
– Must be able to succeed in a dynamic, fast-paced workplace, and have strong organizational skills
– Ability to conceptualize and execute creative concepts that communicate ideas clearly and engage audiences effectively.
– High level of proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Lightroom, and Illustrator.
– Ability to work independently and cooperatively on complex projects, handling multiple priorities and tight deadlines in a detail-oriented environment.
– Desire to learn, grow, and create a culture of health and wellbeing at a Big Ten institution.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%
This position requires a majority of work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location up to one day per week, if desired.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The starting salary for this position is $50,000 but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).
Additional Information:
Successful candidates are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
University Recreation & Wellbeing:
Rec Well is part of Student Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, led by the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Our staff is dedicated to serving students and to helping them succeed in and out of the classroom in areas including health and well-being, identity and inclusion, leadership and engagement, and student advocacy. Student Affairs includes departments led by the Dean of Students; departments that provide identity-based spaces and leadership resources; the Wisconsin Union; University Health Services; and University Recreation and Wellbeing.
About the University of Wisconsin-Madison:
Since its founding in 1848, the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus has been a catalyst for the extraordinary. As a public land-grant university and prolific research institution, our students, staff, and faculty members partake in a world-class education and solve real-world problems. With the Wisconsin Idea as our guiding principle, we’re not only changing the 936 acres we call home-Badgers are also creating a better future for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, you will need to upload a cover letter, resume, and three work samples or portfolio link. Final candidates will be requested to provide contact information for three professional references.
Contact:
Jenni Regan
jenni.regan@wisc.edu
608-262-4976
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Multimedia Designer(CM018)
Department(s):
A80-RECREATION & WELLBEING/MARKETING & COMM
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
279605-AS