Summary of Responsibilities:
The Media & Design Support Specialist exists to support the day-to-day creative functions of the Media & Design team through graphic design, video production, content preparation, and project execution. This role assists in producing high-quality creative assets that support Highlands College events, departments, communications, chapels, and marketing initiatives while maintaining the integrity of the Highlands College brand.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist with graphic design projects for Highlands College events, promotions, departments, and communications.
- Support video production workflows including editing, formatting, exporting, and content delivery.
- Create and resize graphics for digital, print, social media, presentations, and campus displays.
- Prepare creative assets and files for production and distribution.
- Maintain organized project files, media libraries, and creative archives.
- Assist with photography, videography, and production support as needed.
- Ensure creative deliverables align with Highlands College brand standards.
- Collaborate with Media & Design team members to meet project deadlines and objectives.
- Maintain awareness of current creative tools, trends, and best practices.
- Communicate project progress, challenges, and needs to leadership and teammates.
- Be willing to assist the team in other areas and perform additional duties as assigned.
Other Duties:
- Affirm and uphold the Christian faith-based Statement of Faith and the Core Values and DNA of the College, exemplifying all by word and lifestyle.
Qualifications
Personal Characteristics:
- Ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively as a team player.
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and project needs.
- Positive attitude and willingness to serve.
- Ability to receive and implement creative feedback.
Essential Traits
- Life-giving spirit and attitude.
- Driven to pursue excellence.
- Servant-hearted team player.
- Takes initiative and follows through on responsibilities.
- Creative and solution-oriented mindset.
- Task-oriented and dependable.
- Loyalty to the vision of Highlands College, the team, and the church.
- Committed to fulfilling the Great Commission with integrity.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Abilities & Skills
- Ability to execute creative requests with accuracy and efficiency.
- Ability to work independently while following established creative direction.
- Strong time-management and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to support creative production workflows from start to finish.
Knowledge
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including but not limited to:
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- Premiere Pro
- After Effects (preferred but not required)
- Familiarity with Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, Monday.com
- Basic understanding of graphic design principles, including layout, typography, color, and visual hierarchy
- Basic understanding of video editing workflows and file management.
Education & Experience
- Current college student or equivalent experience preferred.
- Experience in graphic design, video editing, content creation, or creative production preferred.
- A portfolio demonstrating creative work is required.
Extent of Public Contact:
- Low
Physical Demands:
- Low exposure to physical risk.
Direct Reports:
- This position is not a team lead for any Highlands College teammates.