SUMMARY

The Senior Digital Media Specialist is a staff position that provides opportunities to use initiative and mature judgment in a variety of tasks designed to support and advance the Advocacy Program and the law school.

**ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES **

Applicants must have the ability to work independently. Essential job functions for the position include:

· Develop high-quality visual, video, and multimedia materials for a variety of platforms including websites, social media, digital signage, and academic course content.

· Design and implement branded templates and forms for data collection and internal workflows.

· Publish posts according to the established social media content calendar.

· Monitor analytics to refine strategy and improve performance.

· Draft and structure templates in Microsoft Word.

· Provide technical assistance and training for students with document formatting in Microsoft Word.

· Collaborate with the Advocacy team to ensure that every piece of content is relevant, helps maximize engagement and reach, and aligns with goals.

· Create video content for training and orientation purposes.

· Design and create illustrations and other graphics.

· Design, implement, and maintain a communication platform for coaches, judges, and teams.

· Create and edit content with a sharp eye for quality, consistency, and accuracy.

· Design, implement, and maintain the Advocacy Program’s databases to ensure data accuracy, availability, and security.

· Participate in strategic planning and implementation of programs designed to further the Advocacy Program’s mission.

· Work with the Vice President, Advocacy and the Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Engagement to engage alumni of the Advocacy Program.

· Work with the Vice President, Advocacy and the Marketing Department to market the Advocacy Program.

· Coordinate efforts with the Vice President, Advocacy on a regular basis.

· Comply with all aspects of the Law Schools Customer Service Standards.

· Help to advance the mission of the law school and the Advocacy Program.

· Complete other duties and projects 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Extensive knowledge and experience with Microsoft Word.

· Deep knowledge of social media trends and engagement strategy.

· Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, CMS platforms, analytics tools, and other content creation software.

· Experience with Final Cut Pro, Premier Pro, Audacity, or other media editing software.

· Experience managing projects from concept to completion.

· Ability to turn a concept into compelling content.

· A keen eye for aesthetics and details.

· Creative mind and storytelling skills.

· Strong project management skills.

· Strong portfolio demonstrating attention to detail in design, copy, and brand voice.

Must be professional and confidential of all department data and correspondence. The person must have a poised and professional image; a strong ability to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced environment, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact effectively and efficiently with all employees, visitors and students while projecting a positive image for the area and law school. Service-oriented with ability to make all visitors feel welcome. Must be detail-oriented and capable of working independently.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Digital Media, Marketing, Graphic Design, Communications or relevant field preferred. At least five years of experience is strongly preferred, preferably in a non-profit or academic setting.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Proficient in both spoken and written English. Ability to interpret and explain complex data. Ability to effectively and professionally communicate in one-on-one and small group situations to students, alumni, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to perform basic to intermediate math is essential. Must possess the ability to analyze numerical data and detect patterns, errors and trends.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define routine problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions to solve routine problems and/or deal with a variety of variables in situations, especially when department head may be out of office or unavailable. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. Occasional light to moderate lifting from floor level, at waist, and above shoulders required. Infrequent bending and stooping necessary. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision to accurately input data and proofread; distance vision to recognize and assist visitors to the department.

**WORK ENVIRONMENT **

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must adhere to published Customer Service Standards. Fast paced, multi-tasking, non-smoking work environment. Must be able to work the general business schedule of the College (9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.) plus evenings and weekends as needed.

THE ADVOCACY PROGRAM

The Advocacy Program at South Texas College of Law Houston operates to create, foster, and assist advocacy training. While South Texas has long-standing reputation for excellence in national moot-court and mock-trial competitions, the Advocacy Program has grown and matured to reflect the evolving nature of the provision of skills training in legal education. The Advocacy Program seeks to engage students in a variety of opportunities to help them find their own voices as advocates.

THE LAW SCHOOL

Located in the heart of the nation’s fourth largest city, South Texas College of Law Houston is a private, independent institution that has earned a reputation for providing students with an exceptional, relevant, practical legal education that fully prepares them for a career in the profession.

South Texas College of Law Houston is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disability in employment or in the provision of services. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodation needed during the application process should be communicated with the application.

Required Skills

Required Experience

• High School Diploma, some college credits preferable
• Must possess basic Computer, Mathematic, and Science skills
• Ability to grasp new procedures and work independently upon completion of training
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, outside consultants, and management
• Thorough understanding of safety and training issues

Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in a laboratory with occasional trip to collect or deliver samples The employee may be
exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. AmSpec Services provides product information,
training, engineering controls, and personal protective equipment in an effort to protect employees from exposure to
potentially harmful levels of those materials. Employees are required to read product information, use available
engineering controls, follow guidelines presented during training, and be able to wear and use appropriate protective
equipment, including respiratory protective equipment, as may be required by the work environment. The noise level in
the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements
Pass a drug and alcohol test specified by AmSpec
Pass an annual Pulmonary Fitness and Respirator Fit Test
Pass a physical examination by a physician designated by AmSpec Services, both before employment and at any time
during employment upon request of AmSpec Services to confirm the Surveyor’s ability to perform the essential job
functions of the position.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift/carry boxes weighing up to 45lbs.
Ability to work in the presence of odors, typical of petroleum or petrochemicals, without allergic reactions or nausea when
such odors are within OSHA-designated permissible exposure limits (PELs).