Position Type:
Communications
Date Posted:
6/23/2023
Location:
Epic Charter Schools
Job Title: Multimedia Production Specialist
Department: Communications
Reports To: Multimedia Productions Manager
Compensation Range: $60,000
TRS Classification: Non-Classified
Summary:
Epic Charter Schools is seeking a highly organized communicator with wide-ranging skills including video production, photography and graphic design to support the Family Engagement Department in its mission to bring families and caregivers together to build a sense of community within Epic.
Our Family Engagement Department provides events and resources around the state to empower families with resources and guidance for navigation of the Epic learning models for all grade levels.
Primary responsibilities will be the creation and implementation of consistent, organized, effective communications (written, verbal and visual) to students, caregivers and all Epic employees.
All communications should be cohesive and on-brand according to Epic standards.
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Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
- Assist in composing and distributing communications to Epic families and staff, with the expectation that correspondence be accurate, timely, clear, concise and compelling.
- Assist with the planning and execution of field trips and other activities and events statewide (frequent travel with mileage reimbursement).
- Scripting, production and editing of original video projects.
- Collaborate with Epic News Network to help edit student created video for both the Healthy Habits Cooking Show and the on-location Physical Activity Spotlights around the state.
- Assist with live-stream events and webinars as needed.
- Collaborate on the design and production of event signage and promotional/instructional materials.
- Collaborate on ways to creatively engage families at public events (must be personable and engaging, initiating conversational interaction with students and families at all attended events).
- Assist with event setup and breakdown.
- Create sharable written and visual materials monthly board presentations.
- Attend weekly and quarterly team meetings.
- Content creation for social media promotion.
- Provide general creative input as it relates to team projects.
- Demonstrate strong leadership skills, including the ability to collaborate, adapt to change and champion innovation.
- Possess strong interpersonal skills, professionalism and ability to build and maintain positive relations with administrators, co-workers, staff, faculty and students.
- Actively participate in the success of Epic Charter Schools.
- Adhere to laws, policies, procedures and ethical standards of Epic Charter Schools.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
? No supervisory responsibilities.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in public relations, journalism, marketing or related field preferred but not required.
- Approximately 2-3 years professional experience in education, public relations, journalism, marketing or related field.
Qualifications
- Excellent written and oral communication skills; demonstrated ability to present effectively and persuasively.
- Relationship-building and relationship management skills
- Excellent organization and time management skills.
- Ability to learn quickly, work independently and to be effective in a fast-paced, dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.
- Must possess a professional and friendly attitude and be able to quickly develop a rapport with stakeholders over the phone and in person.
- Strong attention to detail, dependability, and follow-through
- Resolve issues and conflicts
- Passionate commitment to community development through family engagement
- Ability to maintain professional confidentiality and comply with FERPA guidelines
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret internal communications. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from families or members of the business community. Ability to communicate effectively with students, families and coworkers, both in person and in writing.
Mathematical Skills
Basic math skills required
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, gather relevant facts and present valid conclusions
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have computer proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Google Suite, Mac OS, Windows, Microsoft Office and Zoom. Must have a high aptitude to learn new software as necessary for the business operations of the school.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Current driver’s license and valid car insurance
Other Qualifications
- Must be able to pass a state-mandated background check after a conditional offer of employment is made
- Must have favorable employment references
- Provide current creative portfolio upon request.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand / walk at multiple indoor and outdoor locations throughout the state of Oklahoma. The employee must have adequate speech to regularly engage families verbally. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The person in this position works in an Epic administration office. Meetings in public places are also required. The noise level ranges from quiet to moderately loud (depending on setting).