Job DescriptionnnThe Multimedia Specialist (Contractor) works within brand guidelines to create multimedia assets for course design and related initiatives. nnThe chosen candidate for this position will produce assets for courses, modular lessons, and resources that meet subject matter learning objectives for teachers and school leaders. The candidate is expected to draw upon the strengths of the existing team, contribute new ideas for product enhancements, and remain focused on quality and consistency. nnESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. nn * Collaborates with IDs, SMEs, contractors, and relevant stakeholders nn * Manages multiple projects and strategizes deadlines nn * Produces and edits visual resources for accuracy, clarity, creativity, and K12 brand alignment nn * Schedules regular meetings with subject matter experts to discuss needs and next steps regarding content for course development; nn * Adheres to roadmap timelines; nn * Consults with the rest of the team to discuss standards and consistency of content and style that are coordinated across courses, units, and lessons; nn * Seeks to continue growing and developing by staying appraised of current research and new design applications in the field. nn * Creating new and innovative ways to expand our candidate pool in the ever-changing world of digital media; nn * Creating internal and external communications campaigns; nn * Developing, designing, and producing branding materials, such as: videos, web content, brochures, etc. which will assist with teacher marketing activities and other projects; nn * Partnering with leaders to develop and execute comprehensive branding strategies through researching, writing and editing, press releases, white papers, internal communications, online communications and other related documents; nn * Turning innovative and creative ideas into solid proposals and executable plans that link to organizational priorities; nn * Creating brand awareness and positive impressions; nn * Collaborating with department managers to determine visual marketing support needs and specifications, designing and developing photo and video collateral; nn * Determining the need for and content of graphics to explain and enhance the written materials and edits materials for content, grammar, format, etc.; nn * Creating graphics, layouts, and templates as needed; nn * Collaborating with relevant team members to ensure that all products meet WCAG 2.0 accessibility standards nn * nnSupervisory Responsibilities: This position has no formal supervisory responsibilities. nnMINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: nnCertificates and Licenses: None required nnOTHER REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: nn * Three (3) years of professional experience in graphic design nn * Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, After Effects, InDesign and Acrobatnn * Proficiency in WCAG guidelines and accessibility alignment nn * Knowledge of Monday.com workflow management platform nn * Ability to meet deadlines with creativity, independence, and high standards nn * Demonstrated ability to establish objectives, identify problems, analyze data and creatively deliver solutions nn * Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively on large-scale projects and adapt to new environments and meet new challenges head-on nn * Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Visio, etc.); Web proficiency. nn * Ability to clear required background check nnDESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: nn * Experience with DominKnow course authoring platform strongly preferrednn * Degree(s) in K-12 education, learning design technology, and/or eLearning strongly preferrednn * nnWORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while perf