Purpose of the position:

As a Video specialist, the senior multimedia designer position encompasses technical and applied expertise in the fields of video and sound production and the integration of relevant technologies (assets and software).

The position supervises a small team of video specialists deployed across three university campuses and works in close collaboration with the Instructional, and Multimedia Designers to design and develop video-based digital study material and other educational artefacts to attain learning outcomes. The position is responsible for the video studio and specialist equipment used to design and develop the video productions used in teaching and learning at the North-West University. The position is responsible for the total production process from conception to final delivery, or parts of the production process as part of the multimedia design team.

Leadership in integrating AI in CTL-produced video material and the empowerment of lecturers in integrating AI in self-produced video material will dominate the content of KPAs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.       Project Planning and Pre-production: Participate in the planning and pre-production phase of video projects, ensuring content strategies, shooting schedules, and resources are effectively aligned with project goals

2.       Video Content Development and Production: Direct and produce high-quality video content, including filming, lighting, audio recording, and preliminary editing, ensuring alignment with instructional objectives and project guidelines.

3.       Post-production and Quality Assurance: Ensure video solutions are optimized through professional editing, color grading, and sound mixing, and undergo rigorous quality checks before delivery.

4.       Collaboration and Communication: Work effectively with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and other production specialists to ensure the successful development and delivery of video projects.

5.       Professional Development and Knowledge Sharing: Actively engage in professional development activities to stay updated on new video production technologies, techniques, and best practices, sharing this knowledge with the team.

6.       Administrative Compliance and Documentation: Ensure all video projects are properly documented, including maintaining source files, and project files, and meeting administrative requirements.

•  BA/ BTech/ BAFT in Video or Film (Video or Film Technology and Production) NQF level 7

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years’ experience in MS Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint on an advanced level)
• 5 years’ experience in graphic design software (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator) and relevant (paid-for) AI video design and development platforms
• 5 years of Excellent administrative, managerial and project management skills
• 5 years of Proficient with video and sound editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects)
• 5 years of Knowledge and experience with professional video and sound recording equipment and video production studio equipment and lighting.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Skilled in the Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite
• Good Record keeping skills
• Knowledge of principles for providing proper customer services
• Accuracy and attention to detail to deliver accurate products conforming to applicable quality standards
• Technical skills to operate high-end video, sound, lighting and related equipment.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• The ability to work in a team, to receive various sources of feedback for the continuous improvement of multimedia products
• Good organisational and time-management abilities
• Must be able to follow instructions and learn new skills

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO:                     Liana Venter, Tel: 018 299 1865

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO:    Dolly Lebepe, Tel: 018 299 4936

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                 24 March 2025

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES:                                                         As soon as possible

Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official NWU vacancy website.

Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.