Digital Content Producer

Position Information

Title
Digital Content Producer

Department
Communications

Regular or Temporary
Regular

Hours Per Week
40

FLSA Determination
Exempt

Weeks Per Year

52

Open Date
11/11/2022

Full or Part Time
Full Time

Position Summary

Trinity College seeks a staff that reflects the changing demographics of our student body. Our student body is diverse, representing 41 states and 70 countries, with 21 percent U.S. students of color and 50 percent who identify as women. More than 90 percent of students live on campus.
Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students and 91 graduate students, the college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant and diverse co-curricular program. We consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity’s most distinctive assets, and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives.

The Office of Communications is responsible for elevating the profile of Trinity College and engaging various audiences and constituencies within its community. Trinity College seeks a talented and creative producer of digital content to join a highly strategic and collaborative team. With a focus on expanding social media and digital communications efforts prior to and during the Bicentennial year, this producer will play a key role in the work of engaging the Trinity College community and expanding the college’s reputation and stories externally. We are looking for a highly talented creative professional with demonstrated experience and a clear vision for producing multimedia projects to support strategic frameworks of institutional importance. Initially reporting to the vice president of strategic marketing and communications, the successful candidate will be a motivated self-starter with experience in the best practices of multimedia communications. At the heart of this job is the clear skill of storytelling and an endless desire to create the most effective, innovative, and compelling content.

The successful candidate must be:

• A well-rounded video producer who can both produce artful videos with a clear understand how to pull together content packages and campaigns.
• A visual communicator with an artistic eye for photography and design.
• A digital strategist capable of bringing creativity, innovation, a drive to learn new technology, and the ability to keep on top of communications trends to the college.
• A seasoned digital and multimedia producer of podcasts and web-based user experiences.
• A skilled copywriter who is able to understand key concepts and tell creative and illustrative stories, mostly short form.
• A strategic collaborator who is willing to both to listen and understand objectives and provide digital solutions.

Qualifications

Minimal Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Must have at least 3 or more years of experience producing professional digital content. A portfolio of professional work client or institutional work is required.
• Must be an excellent producer and project manager with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing and handling multiple projects.
• Expertise in writing and podcast production. Must be able to audio edit.
• Video, photography, and digital design skills are extremely desirable.
• A demonstrated understanding of social media, email, and digital engagement strategy.
• Experienced collaborator who excels in working with others toward a common goal.
• Demonstrated creative and entrepreneurial thinking, and the ability to identify innovative engagement opportunities.
• Value Trinity’s commitment to inclusiveness; demonstrate respect and commitment to diversity.

Desired Qualifications:

• Marketing or communications experience in higher education or a non-profit setting.
• Experience with video and photography software (e.g., FinalCut, Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Lightroom, Bridge).
• Experience with audio recording and editing software (e.g., Audacity, Adobe Audition).
• Design tools, such as Adobe Creative Suite or Canva Pro, are an added plus.
• Experience with PeopleSoft and/or CRM systems.
• Experience with content management systems, such as WordPress.
• Degree from or familiarity with Trinity College highly desired.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applicants must apply online by submitting their resume, cover letter and 3 references.

Trinity College requires proof of COVID19 vaccination and booster or an approved exemption prior to beginning employment .

Quick Link
https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/2794

Trinity College is an independent, nonsectarian liberal arts college for men and women, with approximately 2,200 undergraduate students and 200 faculty members, located in Hartford, Connecticut. Our Mission is “Engage. Connect. Transform.” As the preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives. Trinity is an actively engaged community of students, faculty and staff who work together to develop and sustain the intellectual and creative opportunities central to a first-class liberal arts education. Hartford, the state capital, provides many opportunities for cultural and social engagement.

The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. Trinity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request, in advance, any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.

For all faculty positions, completion of the Ph.D. or appropriate equivalent is expected. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and interdisciplinary teaching in a liberal arts context, and a well-articulated plan for sustained research. Trinity is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service.