Multimedia Specialist

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Job Posting Title:

Multimedia Specialist

   

Position Type:

Professional / Unclassified

   

Department:

LSU System CCO - Marketing and Communications (Abbigail Rocha Laymoun (00044721))

   

Work Location:

University Administration

   

Pay Grade:

Professional

   

Job Description:

The multimedia specialist is a creative position responsible for communicating the LSU System brand and the Office of the President's vision and initiatives. Producing high-impact visual and digital conten, this role uses the power of photography, videography, and graphic design to promote and amplify the LSU System brand across social media and traditional platforms. The specialist ensures every piece of content—reflects the standard of excellence established by the President's Office. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends for event coverage.

Job Responsibilities:

Content Creation & Production: Participate in the conceptualization, filming, and post-production of high-quality video content, including scripting, and editing. Capture still photography of presidential events, campuses and student life for use in digital media. -40%

Visual Design & Branding: Develop compelling graphic layouts for digital signage and social media in adherence to the LSU Visual Identity Program. Produce motion graphics and illustrations to enhance storytelling. 25%

Social Media & Digital Strategy: Collaborate with the communication team to manage social media channels, developing a consistent content calendar and responding to community engagement. -20%

General Communications & Office Duties: Maintain and organize an archive of digital assets for long-term use. Assist with general office communications, including media relations, event support, and equipment maintenance. Other duties as assigned. -15%

Additional Requirements:

This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

This position may be asked to work during an official closure, but who is otherwise not required to report to the physical campus during a closure and whose absence does not present a risk to the safety, resources, and well-being of the campus per FASOP HR-01.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in mass communication, digital media, graphic design, or a related field. Zero to three years of experience in videography, photography, or multimedia design. Proficiency in Canva as well as Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator) and social media management tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working within a higher education or complex institutional brand environment.

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines while remaining positive.

   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attach CV/resume, cover letter, and the names of three professional references. A copy of your transcripts may be attached to your application (if available). However, official transcripts are required prior to hire.

Please attach all documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Attachments are limited to five.

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Abbigail Laymoun at [email protected].

   

Skills Needed:

   

Preferred Skills:

   

Posting Date:

July 10, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

November 7, 2026

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

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