Instructional Multimedia Coordinator
Portland State University
Position Announcement Position Details Proposed Start Date 05/01/2025 Classification Title Academic Services Rank N - No Rank Working Title Instructional Multimedia Coordinator Department 200371 - OAI Office of Academic Innovation Position Number D92195 Representation AU - AAUP Renewable Renewable End date, if applicable Position FTE 1.0 Tenure Status N - not applicable Position Summary Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept Portland State’s 49-acre downtown campus exhibits Portland State’s commitment to sustainability with green buildings and many of the 124 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees incorporate sustainability into the curriculum. PSU’s motto, “Let Knowledge Serve the City,” inspires the teaching and research of an accomplished faculty whose work and students span the globe.
The Office of Academic Innovation (OAI) provides leadership and support for campus activities that explore and promote excellence in teaching and learning, innovative curricular technology use, and community-based learning. OAI serves as a thought leader and thought partner for campus initiatives such as changing curricular and educational delivery models, improving student success, and advancing teaching, learning, and assessment practices. OAI works with individuals and departments, convenes learning communities, engages in campus-wide conversations, and develops digital resource materials.
The OAI staff includes individuals with expertise in organizational development, instructional design, community-based learning, assessment, curriculum and instruction, adult learning, instructional technology, multimedia development, and educational leadership. The Office reports to the Vice Provost of Faculty Success in the Office of Academic Affairs. For more information, visit http://www.pdx.edu/oai.
The higher education landscape is changing rapidly and disruptively. The Office of Academic Innovation (OAI) provides leadership and support for PSU initiatives that respond to these rapid changes, including changing curricular and educational delivery models and innovative technology use. Each position at OAI therefore requires: A strong interest in innovation in higher education A positive, forward-looking attitude A high level of creativity and problem-solving ability The capacity to support faculty and staff through change (change management) Position Summary Keeping current with emerging and state-of-the-art learning technologies and developments in pedagogy to enhance the unit’s knowledge basis and benefit PSU is critical. The Instructional Multimedia Coordinator acts as part of the Digital Learning and Design Team to plan, coordinate, and support faculty in the production of video assets and other formats of instructional media assets to enhance student learning in individual courses and throughout programs of study. Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Digital Learning and Design, this position coordinates daily multimedia operations for our office, provides creative, effective, and accessible media production, and provides consultations to faculty who use multimedia in their courses. The Coordinator also produces video assets and other media elements for courses and OAI projects using a variety of current and emerging digital and traditional technologies (e.g. video, podcasts, animations, interactive activities, static files, etc.). This production requires fluency with video, audio, and document software technologies, including pdf remediation software, and multimedia-related AI technology. The Coordinator will establish media design standards and templates for OAI and campus partners.
This position reports to the Associate Director of Digital Learning and Design and works closely with the other Digital Learning and Design team members and other OAI staff. This work requires face-to-face interaction with supervisors, OAI staff, team members, and faculty.
In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in broadcast, electronic/multimedia, graphic design, communications, visual communications, or related field. Minimum 3 years proven experience creating and editing multimedia content using software such as Final Cut Pro, ClipChamp, Photoshop, InDesign, or similar applications. Minimum 2 years professional experience creating multimedia strategy, process and planning, and producing multimedia projects. Knowledge of learning and instructional theory and adult learning principles. Successful completion of a background check. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree Proven experience delivering training and providing consultation services for instructional multimedia Thorough understanding of online learning, and applicable instructional design principles and practices Experience with MediaSpace, Zoom, Google Vids. Experience with Artificial Intelligence audio/video generation and editing tools Minimum 1 year work experience in a higher education environment Minimum 2 years experience coordinating multimedia production work Demonstrated project management experience or PM certification Key Cultural Competencies Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. Work Days/Hours Presence in the OAI office space is essential for the duration of the business day, Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00 pm, and may involve occasional evening and weekend hours to oversee the various responsibilities and offer faculty support/assistance as nee Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be $57,060, but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview . Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions Additional Information In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.
#internal Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.) Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references. Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable) If you have questions Please email the Office of Academic Innovation at oai@pdx.edu. Search Details Posting Close Date 04/03/2025 Projected Close Date for Posting Closes Application screening begins 03/24/2025 Quick Link https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/47058 Supplemental Questions
The Office of Academic Innovation (OAI) provides leadership and support for campus activities that explore and promote excellence in teaching and learning, innovative curricular technology use, and community-based learning. OAI serves as a thought leader and thought partner for campus initiatives such as changing curricular and educational delivery models, improving student success, and advancing teaching, learning, and assessment practices. OAI works with individuals and departments, convenes learning communities, engages in campus-wide conversations, and develops digital resource materials.
The OAI staff includes individuals with expertise in organizational development, instructional design, community-based learning, assessment, curriculum and instruction, adult learning, instructional technology, multimedia development, and educational leadership. The Office reports to the Vice Provost of Faculty Success in the Office of Academic Affairs. For more information, visit http://www.pdx.edu/oai.
The higher education landscape is changing rapidly and disruptively. The Office of Academic Innovation (OAI) provides leadership and support for PSU initiatives that respond to these rapid changes, including changing curricular and educational delivery models and innovative technology use. Each position at OAI therefore requires: A strong interest in innovation in higher education A positive, forward-looking attitude A high level of creativity and problem-solving ability The capacity to support faculty and staff through change (change management) Position Summary Keeping current with emerging and state-of-the-art learning technologies and developments in pedagogy to enhance the unit’s knowledge basis and benefit PSU is critical. The Instructional Multimedia Coordinator acts as part of the Digital Learning and Design Team to plan, coordinate, and support faculty in the production of video assets and other formats of instructional media assets to enhance student learning in individual courses and throughout programs of study. Under the supervision of the Associate Director of Digital Learning and Design, this position coordinates daily multimedia operations for our office, provides creative, effective, and accessible media production, and provides consultations to faculty who use multimedia in their courses. The Coordinator also produces video assets and other media elements for courses and OAI projects using a variety of current and emerging digital and traditional technologies (e.g. video, podcasts, animations, interactive activities, static files, etc.). This production requires fluency with video, audio, and document software technologies, including pdf remediation software, and multimedia-related AI technology. The Coordinator will establish media design standards and templates for OAI and campus partners.
This position reports to the Associate Director of Digital Learning and Design and works closely with the other Digital Learning and Design team members and other OAI staff. This work requires face-to-face interaction with supervisors, OAI staff, team members, and faculty.
In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in broadcast, electronic/multimedia, graphic design, communications, visual communications, or related field. Minimum 3 years proven experience creating and editing multimedia content using software such as Final Cut Pro, ClipChamp, Photoshop, InDesign, or similar applications. Minimum 2 years professional experience creating multimedia strategy, process and planning, and producing multimedia projects. Knowledge of learning and instructional theory and adult learning principles. Successful completion of a background check. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree Proven experience delivering training and providing consultation services for instructional multimedia Thorough understanding of online learning, and applicable instructional design principles and practices Experience with MediaSpace, Zoom, Google Vids. Experience with Artificial Intelligence audio/video generation and editing tools Minimum 1 year work experience in a higher education environment Minimum 2 years experience coordinating multimedia production work Demonstrated project management experience or PM certification Key Cultural Competencies Create an environment that acknowledges, encourages, and celebrates differences. Function and communicate effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities, and cultural backgrounds. Seek opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement. Adhere to all of PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct. Environmental Stewardship Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals. Work Days/Hours Presence in the OAI office space is essential for the duration of the business day, Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00 pm, and may involve occasional evening and weekend hours to oversee the various responsibilities and offer faculty support/assistance as nee Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement Salary is dependent on several factors, and new employees will typically start around the Q1 level to allow for later growth within the salary band. PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity.
The starting annual salary for this position will be $57,060, but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR.
An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools : https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/benefits-overview . Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package: https://www.pdx.edu/human-resources/psu-total-compensation-calculator
Application Instructions Additional Information In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers.
#internal Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.) Please list the names, telephone numbers and email addresses for three professional references. Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle? No Background Check Required Yes Position End Date (if applicable) If you have questions Please email the Office of Academic Innovation at oai@pdx.edu. Search Details Posting Close Date 04/03/2025 Projected Close Date for Posting Closes Application screening begins 03/24/2025 Quick Link https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/47058 Supplemental Questions
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* This position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Are you currently employed as an AAUP academic professional? Yes No * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in broadcast, electronic/multimedia, graphic design, communications, visual communications, or related field? No Yes * Do you have a minimum of 3 years proven experience creating and editing multimedia content using software such as Final Cut Pro, ClipChamp, Photoshop, InDesign, or similar applications? No Yes * Do you have a minimum of 2 years professional experience creating multimedia strategy, process and planning, and producing multimedia projects? No Yes * How did you first find out about this position? PSU Website Indeed.com HERCJobs Urban League of Portland Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber Oregon Employment Department Social Media Person Referral Career Builder Glass Door Other - Please describe in the next Question If you selected Other, please describe.(Open Ended Question)
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