Digital Media Specialist

Digital Media Specialist

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Digital Media Specialist is responsible for assisting the Digital Media Producer in developing and delivering digital media content and training programs, performing operations and maintenance of audio and video equipment for production and implementing digital media stragies and plans to achieve department and company goals.

This role is responsible for:

• Setting up and operating media production equipment for field and studio shoots (cameras, tripods, monitors, lights, microphones, power, rigging, etc.).
• Inventorying and maintaining departmental media production equipment and facilities.
• Coordinating activities to support all phases of the digital media lifecycle: research, pre-production, production, post-production and distribution.
• Categorizing and managing digital asset repository of multimedia content (finished programs, b-roll clips, audio clips, stills, stock photos, etc.).

Job Responsibilities

Functional Expertise:

• Ability to work with recording equipment, cameras, sound systems, video screens and lighting.
• Good knowledge of multimedia content to develop well-designed media repository for efficient retrieval of digital assets.
• Advises production team on strategies and methods for improvement during field and studio shoots to achieve department and company goals.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and timelines with strong attention to detail.

Business Acumen:

• Solution-driven, critical thinker with strong and creative problem-solving skills.
• Self-starter, able to work independently and in a team environment with minimal direction.
• Proactively stay up to date with digital media technologies and latest trends.
• Strong time management skills with a demonstrated ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple on-going assignments.

Engagement:

• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment
• Ability to maintain professionalism and a positive service attitude at all times.
• Collaborates with project teams, internal clients and instructional designers to develop computer-based training content and video training programs.

Driving Results:

• Action-oriented, demonstrating a sense of urgency to meet critical and competing deadlines.
• Sense of ownership and pride in one's performance and its impact on department and company success.
• Understand customers' needs and goals and achieve department and project objectives within established Technical Training guidelines and procedures.
• Assist Digital Media Producer with implementation of digital strategy for Technical Training.

Qualifications

Education, Certifications/Licenses:

Required:

• High School or GED equivalent

Preferred: N/A

Related Work Experience:

Preferred:

• Intermediate knowledge of After Effects and Adobe Illustrator

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Required:

• Knowledge of media production equipment to include cameras, tripods, monitors, lights, microphones, power, rigging, etc.).
• Self-starter and highly motivated.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize
• Ability to work effectively in a team
• High degree of planning and organizational skills

Preferred: N/A

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in various indoor/outdoor environments potentially weather-challenged and hazardous
• Occasional travel
• Drive company vehicle/pool vehicle
• Ability to lift heavy equipment greater than 50 lbs

Disclaimer:

This information describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this job. The description is not designed to be a comprehensive inventory of duties, responsibilities and qualifications required in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to qualified disabled individuals for performance of essential duties and responsibilities.

Southern Company Gas provides for the energy needs of millions of U.S. households and businesses. As the largest natural gas-only distribution company in the United States, with more than 150 years of history behind us, we're working to ensure that Americans have access to an abundant, safely delivered supply of natural gas for decades to come. We offer our customers a wide range of energy services under one umbrella: seven regulated utilities as well as non-regulated businesses that offer retail, wholesale and storage services.

Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries as of Jan. 1, 2019. The company provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services . Southern Company brands are known for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have been building the future of energy and developing the full portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear, advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables, energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future, Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S. Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Field: Human Resources

Job Type: Standard

Primary Location: Georgia-Metro Atlanta-Atlanta

Operating Company: Southern Company Gas

Job Type: Standard

Travel (Up to): Yes, 25 % of the Time

Work Location(s):

Southern Company Gas Headquarters (10Atlanta)

10 Peachtree Place

Atlanta, 30309

Req ID: ASC2000091