MULTIMEDIA OFFICER

CATEGORY

Non Faculty Vacancies

COLLEGE

Departments

DEPARTMENT

Media Center

JOB PURPOSE

As a Multimedia Officer you will be responsible for providing professional audio, video, and photography services which will include operating digital/video cameras, lighting, and sound recording tools, in order to provide high-quality image and video footage of official activities and events at the University of Sharjah, as well as archive these media productions in order to use them for various marketing and branding activities.

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES & EXPECTATIONS

Assist in preparing, assembling and setting up equipment inside the studio and on location, and ensure creative framing and capturing action while shooting through both video camera and DSLR.
Support the process of recording audio/video content of the university's related events, such as conferences, student events, sports activities, cultural activities, and social activities, on campus or in remote locations when necessary.
Assist in editing and developing video and photography projects, short documentary films, and promotional videos and ensure that the recorded video files, audio commentary, and background music completed as expected.
Work closely with stakeholders such as graphic designers, editors, and social media creators to understand specifications and requirements to develop the desired concepts. As well as collaborate with editors, designers, and reporters and help them select suitable photographs of the highest quality based on the content or subject.
Employ the best cross-media graphics and design techniques, representations, and standards. As well as ensure that the proper credit, copyright, captions, and any legal or contractual usage policies are implemented at all times when using external or readymade media material.
Use artistic knowledge to enhance and compose photographs, ensure creative framing and capturing action while shooting through both video camera and DSLR, as well as use the proper audio/video/photography editing software for post-production purposes.
Ensure that technical equipment, software, and accessories are in excellent working condition. Provide the proper care for sensitive equipment such as camera body, lenses, lighting, and filters and handle all maintenance and warranty issues when required.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.

Excellent working knowledge of personal computer applications with an emphasis on MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Teams.

Proficient in using various cameras, lenses, and lighting equipment.

Good knowledge of photo editing software such as Adobe Photoshop, Light Room, Capture One, etc.

Good knowledge of video editing software such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.

Good skills in colour correction, sound editing, and special effects.

Ability to capture clear and high-quality audio, using microphones and other audio equipment.

Ability to convey a story or message through images or video.

A good understanding of visual composition principles, rule of thirds, and depth of field.

Good knowledge of natural and artificial lighting, including setting up and adjusting lighting equipment.

A strong sense of aesthetics and the ability to create visually appealing content.

High attention to detail.

Ability to work long hours on location, often in demanding conditions.

DESIRABLE REQUIREMENTS

Minimum of bachelor’s in Multimedia, Communication, Fine Arts, or any related discipline.

2-4 years of UAE experience in a similar role, preferably in higher education institutions.

Priority is to UAE Nationals.

JOB LOCATION

University of Sharjah (Main)

JOB CRITERIA

GENDER

, Male, Female,

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree/higher diploma

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

LIVING IN UAE

Open for all

NATIONALITY

, All,

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