How to Apply
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Summary
The Stephen M. Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan is a diverse learning community grounded in the principle that business can be an extraordinary vehicle for positive change in today's dynamic global economy. The Ross School of Business mission is to build a better world through business. Through our powerful ideas, purpose-driven leaders, and positive impact, we empower business leaders to improve the world. Michigan Ross values a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to the development of diverse and culturally intelligent staff who grow and contribute to a positive and inclusive environment. Learn more about Ross HERE.
This role is hybrid with on-site expectations in Ann Arbor, MI. May require work during early mornings, nights, or weekends. For a full job description, see link here. For questions about this role, email [email protected].
Purpose:
As the Digital Media Designer you will bring to life strategies, stories and ideas. You will design, develop, and implement a variety of digital media ranging from podcasts to virtual reality. You will report to and partner with the Production Manager, Office of Digital Education to create and incubate a collection of new and groundbreaking digital offerings.
Why Work at Michigan?
The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
- Generous time off (Vacation, Holidays, Season Days)
- A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
- Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Flexible Work Program
- Ross Onsite Fitness Center
Responsibilities*
- Be a creative lead for digital media production (podcasts/video casts).
- Create, record, and edit digital media for online transmission.
- Source all relevant resources, including equipment, content, and guests.
- Conceptualize, create, and prepare media of different styles that support all disciplines at Ross.
- Create and produce video assets.
- Film and direct on-site and in-studio video content for curricular and co-curricular use.
- Ideate on digital asset creations and identify opportunities to incorporate multimedia and video components.
- Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new practices and tools and apply learnings to related research.
- Film, facilitate, and direct in-studio synchronous digital teaching sessions.
- Contribute to content quality, control, evaluation and oversight.
- Manage workload under time constraints and conflicting demands.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of related experience.
- Experience in sound and video editing.
- Demonstrated knowledge of higher education environment.
- Demonstrated progressive experience in project management and people management, including successful launch and implementation of new initiatives.
- You want to work in a diverse and multicultural environment.
- Experience storyboarding ideas to gain approval.
- Experience with Adobe Cloud and Apple software to create motion graphics.
- Proficiency with a variety of media including a fluency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop; additional skills in Sketch, After Effects, and digital prototyping tools.
- Excellent understanding of file formats and codecs used in video production.
- Ongoing commitment to improving skills, acquiring new technical knowledge, and staying current with design trends.
Additional Information
The general salary range for this position is $57,000 - $63,000. You can expect to be paid a great compensation package. Factors used to determine salary include experience, knowledge and skills for the position. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor agreement and transparency throughout the recruiting process. Selected candidates whose start date is 4/1/2024 or after, will not be eligible for the university FY24-25 salary/merit plan unless otherwise notified.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.