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Working Title: Multimedia Content Specialist

Job Class: Communications Specialist 2

Agency: Explore Minnesota

• Job ID : 80183

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes, required to be in the St. Paul Office every Wednesday

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/19/2024

• Closing Date : 10/03/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Explore Minnesota / Explore MN Tourism - MAPE

• Division/Unit : Explore Minnesota Tourism / Tourism-Marketing Coordination

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : Yes, Approx. 20%

• Salary Range: $28.82 - $42.31 / hourly; $60,176 - $88,343 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

The Multimedia Content Specialist conceptualizes, develops and edits compelling and on-brand digital content for various applications, with a primary focus on producing and creating professional level video and photo assets, and creating/editing web-ready content to support tourism, livability, and business attraction initiatives on behalf of Explore Minnesota. This position will be responsible for all aspects of video production including pre-production planning, filming, sourcing, coordinating releases and licensure, as well as post-production duties of editing, audio mixing, and color correction. The multimedia content specialist develops content for digital advertising, social media, exploreminnesota.com, live presentations and other applications. This role also is the lead in photography collection, editing, and publishing. The multimedia content specialist will conceptualize, develop and edit compelling and on-brand digital content for various applications, with a primary focus on producing and creating professional level video and photo assets, and creating/editing web-ready content. This position supports all units of Explore Minnesota, including but not limited to campaign marketing, communications and media relations, digital strategy, industry relations, and the Director’s Office. The role reports to the Campaign Marketing Manager and develops content to support annual and seasonal campaigns related to travel as well as business and livability, along with other topics as assigned. This position will be responsible for all aspects of video production including pre-production planning, filming, sourcing, coordinating releases and licensure, as well as post-production duties of editing, audio mixing, and color correction. The multimedia content specialist develops content for digital advertising, social media, exploreminnesota.com, live presentations and other applications. This role also is the lead in photography collection, editing, and publishing. The multimedia content specialist will conceptualize, develop and edit compelling and on-brand digital content for various applications, with a primary focus on producing and creating professional level video and photo assets, and creating/editing web-ready content. This position supports all units of Explore Minnesota, including but not limited to campaign marketing, communications and media relations, digital strategy, industry relations, and the Director’s Office. The role reports to the Campaign Marketing Manager and develops content to support annual and seasonal campaigns related to travel as well as business and livability, along with other topics as assigned.

Key responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Produce and capture high-quality multimedia content for Explore Minnesota.

• Develop, edit and post-produce content for Explore Minnesota campaign needs, website, social media and other channels as requested.

• Guide video content strategy for Explore Minnesota.

• Lead the management, archiving and maintenance of EMN video and photo library

• Document Explore Minnesota in the community and provide creative assistance for other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

To be qualified and considered for this position, applicants must meet all of the minimum qualifications listed below. Ensure that your resume/application clearly describes your experience in the areas listed below and indicates the dates that include the month day and year for each job held.

Only applicants whose resume/application clearly demonstrate fulfillment of each of these minimum qualifications will be considered for this position.

Candidate must provide portfolio and/or links for Explore Minnesota recruiting staff to review in order to be considered. Within your resume or a separate attachment, candidates are required to submit a link or links to their professional work examples available online. To be considered, you must submit at least 4 video samples that demonstrate your experience with filming, editing, and storytelling and at least 4 photos that demonstrate your experience with both portraits and city/landscape imagery. Work must demonstrate a high degree of quality and professionalism to meet minimum requirements.

• Two (2) years of experience in the photo and video journalism space or extensive experience in multimedia storytelling.

• Experience with video filming and editing software expertise, including Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Audition, Pro Tools, Final Cut, Davinci Resolve, or other similar industry-standard software.

• Experience in writing for varied audiences to effectively communicate and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate with customers/stakeholders

• Experience with in-field recording and studio recording with industry-standard equipment (audio consoles, microphones, amps, patch bays / routers, and other related equipment.

• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals and/or groups talent to put them at ease and elicit captivating interviews and images.

• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize work and handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced work environment

• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate events related to photography and videography needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree with demonstrated coursework in video journalism or multimedia storytelling

• Knowledge of accessibility requirements is required to ensure content follows best practices for accessibility and complies with applicable accessibility laws.

• Experience adhering to the State of Minnesota's accessibility policies and standards is desired.

• Ability to collaborate on small and large teams both internally and externally.

• Ability to stay up to date with the latest video production trends and video marketing best practices and be able to share those insights regularly with the team.

• Our employees are dedicated to ensuring cultural responsiveness. Preferred candidates will have a variety of experiences working effectively with others from different backgrounds and cultures

Physical Requirements

• Ability to Communicate effectively with customers/stakeholders

• Ability to travel to varies locations throughout the State of Minnesota

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

• Resumes of all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for this position, the department may contact you. Employee reference checks will be conducted on all finalists. This may include a review of documentation related to job performance and education. It includes contact with the applicant's current and/or former employers.

• A Criminal Background Check will be conducted on all finalists for this position. A criminal conviction will not automatically remove you from consideration for employment.

• When the position requires travel and the applicant drives a state owned or leased vehicle, a driver's license record check will be conducted.

• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.