Multimedia Specialist

Overview

Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Multimedia Specialist is responsible for the planning, design, creation, and delivery of multimedia materials that enhance communication, training, outreach, and engagement for the client’s programs and mission partners. This role produces and manages a wide range of digital content—including graphics, video, audio, animations, and interactive media—ensuring all materials are compliant with agency branding, accessibility, and security policies.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and support multi-media products consistent with the Multi-Media Specialist labor category.
• Maintain and apply required certifications (Adobe Professional; CTW Multimedia Specialist) within the scope of assigned duties.
• Provide technical support aligned to the Technical Support Specialist work role as applicable to multi-media products and delivery platforms.
• Understand photography, videography, and graphic design concepts and methodologies at the professional level with knowledge equivalent to: Adobe Professional, or similar certifications.
• Research, understand, and employ industry multimedia software including, but not limited to: Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro, Audition, After Effects, Animate, Camtasia, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
• Understand and employ film and videography elements to produce high quality images including, but not limited to: Lighting, Trim, Key, Plot, Score, and Sound, Lenses, Filters, Focus, and Camera Settings.
• Set up and perform video recording and editing including, but not limited to: Synchronize audio and video tracks, insert music, sound effects, and dialog, Arrange films into sequences, and Correct errors
• Design and create graphics to meet training and promotional needs including, but not limited to: Logos, Packaging, Displays, Slides, Posters, Photoshop, Morale patches
• Apply creativity to design animations including, but not limited to: Multimedia Campaigns, 2-D and 3-D images depicting objects in motion, Illustrate Processes, make objects appear lifelike by manipulating light, color, texture, and shadow.
• Employ photography elements to produce high quality images including, but not limited to: Shutter Speed, Lighting and Flash, Apertures and Focus, Depth and Motion, Lenses, Filters, and Camera Settings
• Set up and perform photography support including, but not limited to: Promotions, Farewells, Morale events, Classes, and Official photos.
• Test, clean, maintain, and repair equipment including, but not limited to: Cameras, Mounts/Stands, and Backdrops.
• Transfer images, photos, and videos for archiving and electronic transmission while ensuring any copywritten materials are licensed prior to use.
• Manage E-Learning and Learning Management Systems (LMS) including, but not limited to: Design, develop, edit, and update content, Course user administration and support, MyLearning, Moodle, Storyline 360, and Captivate.
• Assist in the development of training materials and the instruction of the proper use of LMS.
• Support development and maintenance of multi-media assets used for training and communications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• Multimedia Specialist Journeyman:
  • Associate’s degree.
  • Adobe Professional, CIW Multimedia Specialist certifications.
  • 4 years’ related experience,
  • Active Secret Security Clearance is required.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Ability to analyze systems and procedures.
• Strong multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple design streams across concurrent work effort.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter).
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options.
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided).
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year.
• Paid Time Off.

 Reports to: Managing Director

Working Conditions

• Professional office environment, with the ability to work onsite in the main office.
• Work may require periods of sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and carrying equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. Manual dexterity is required for handling small components.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

 Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.

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