Digital Media Coordinator

The primary responsibility of the coordinator position is to assist in the growth, development, and implementation of the Zoo’s photo and video needs.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with the public relations/marketing director:
• Ideate video and photography content for the Zoo’s various communication channels, including (but not limited to) social media, website, digital monitors, and e-news 
• Create videos from concept to completion for use on multiple platforms, often times working with specific deadlines or under time constraints
• Coordinate video and photography events with the animal programs department
• Proactively seek out and create/develop appealing digital content about the Zoo’s animals, conservation efforts, events, and educational programs
• Ensure quality digital content is delivered efficiently and effectively
• Ensure digital content is aligned with the Zoo’s brand standards and guidelines
• Assist department with additional photo needs for website, monitors and graphics
• Assist in visual content database management
• Have regular and punctual attendance 
• Work modified schedule as needed and determined by management
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate video production experience or proficiencies. 
• Strong organizational, verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Adobe Premier Pro and Lightroom
• Experience with lighting and audio equipment
• Experience with Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Canva preferred
• Experience with storytelling, both written and visual
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word and Excel, Power Point, etc. 
• Ability to prioritize effectively and learn systems quickly to utilize them for research
• Independent problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented personality with the ability to anticipate needs
• Valid driver license with acceptable motor vehicle record to maintain zoo standards of insurability 

Education and/or Experience:

• 1-3 years of experience and portfolio/samples preferred and encouraged 
• High proficiency with Adobe Premier Pro and Lightroom
• High proficiency with DSLR and/or mirrorless cameras
• Preference given to candidates with internships or experience in the communications field 

Physical Demands: 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand;
• walk;
• sit;
• use hands to finger,
• handle,
• or feel;
• reach with hands and arms;
• stoop,
• kneel,
• crouch,
• or crawl;
• and talk or hear.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or or move up to 40 pounds. Some moving of tables,
• chairs and boxes in preparation of special events will be required as well as hanging signs,
• using ladder,
• and driving motorized carts. 

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Team oriented environment
• Ability to work irregular hours (holidays and weekends)
• Ability to work special events and functions as required
• Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold and inclement weather

Disclaimer

• The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed;
• it is not intended to be construed as a complete inventory of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
• This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
• Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities.
• To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
• Continued employment remains on an at-will basis.

Benefits 

• This is a full-time position and offers the following benefits: 
• Medical and Prescription Drug (Employee Coverage 90% Employer Paid, Dependent Coverage 55% Employer Paid)
• Vision
• Dental
• Basic Life AD&D (100% Employer Paid)
• Short Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Long Term Disability (100% Employer Paid)
• Supplemental Life
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401k
• Paid Time Off (Accrual Equivalent to 5 Weeks Per Year)
• PTO Rollover
• PTO Sell Back
• Free Zoo Membership
• Free Guest Passes
• Discounts on Food,
• Merchandise,
• Attractions,
• Admission and Programs