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POSITION SPECIFICS
The College of Health and Human Development (HHD) is seeking a creative and motivated communications professional to bring stories of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni to life through visual storytelling. As a member of the college’s Communications and Marketing team, the Graphic Design Specialist - Multimedia Storyteller will play a key role in producing engaging video, photography, and audio content that highlights our students, the impact of HHD’s work, and advances its strategic priorities.
The Graphic Design Specialist - Multimedia Storyteller will design, capture, and edit multimedia assets, with an emphasis on short-form video, video storytelling, photography, and audio that showcase the people, research, and programs of the college. This role involves planning and managing multimedia projects from concept through delivery, ensuring accessibility compliance, maintaining organized digital assets, and adapting content for distribution across websites, social media, email, and other mediums as needed.
The position also includes reviewing content performance metrics to inform future storytelling efforts and requires occasional evening and weekend assignments for coverage of student and alumni experiences.
MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Associate Degree 2+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $51,000.00 - $74,000.00.
Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.