Multimedia Specialist

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year

Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave

Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

This position may require evenings and weekends

Travel is up to 75% of the work time

This position is Unclassified per ORC 124.11 (A) (30)

Background check and drug screening required prior to employment

MULTIMEDIA SPECIALIST

About Us:

As Ohio’s Secretary of State, Frank LaRose is doing his part to deliver a thriving democracy and a prosperous economy for all Ohioans. In his role as the state’s chief elections officer, he is working to ensure that Ohio’s elections are both secure and accessible. And, as the first stop for new businesses in the Buckeye State, he is assisting entrepreneurs as they receive articles of incorporation for a new business.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Communications, the Multimedia Specialist focuses on producing and coordinating audio/visual (A/V) projects, supporting news outlets, conferences, and educational initiatives. Responsibilities include operating A/V equipment, creating video content for the Secretary of State’s programs, and advising staff on production techniques.

The Multimedia Specialist will also assist in planning events, capturing photographic and video content for distribution, and maintaining archival materials. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple projects to enhance the agency’s branding and outreach efforts. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Audio/Visual Production:

• Execute photography assignments and shoot videos.

• Produce A/V activities and projects for news outlets, conferences, and educational purposes.

• Operate A/V equipment (cameras, video cameras, audio recorders, lighting equipment, microphones).

• Assist the Deputy Director of Communications on video projects to announce new programs.

• Support virtual news interviews working with news channels and podcasts.

Publication Development:

• Create camera-ready art files for professional printing.

• Maintain layout and design of various publications (guides, forms, brochures, posters).

• Coordinate and develop materials for special projects and events, including labels, signs, and PowerPoint templates.

• Capture photographs and video content for distribution.

Archival Maintenance:

• Maintain historical items, documents, and audiovisual materials for archives and displays.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience

Required:

• Coursework or one year of experience with video editing, animation, and motion graphics. Coursework or one year of experience in photography and videography

Preferred\:

● Coursework or six months of experience with Adobe LiveCycle or Adobe Experience Manager Forms

● Coursework or one year of experience in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects, and Dreamweaver) and Lightroom

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

● Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships

● Follow SOS policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws and administrative code, as they relate

● Interpret and follow a variety of instructions in written, oral, or picture format

● Keen attention to detail, accuracy in work and organization skills

● Handle sensitive and confidential inquiries from employees

Technology

• Equipment Operation (e.g., pc w/ MS Office; Adobe Creative Suite\: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Premiere, After Effects, LiveCycle; Acrobat; HTML; CSS)