Multimedia Journalist

Starting Date: Immediately

Multimedia Journalist

Reports to: Executive Director for Communications & Marketing

Department: Communications Department

Pay Grade: PM 1 @ 226 days

Assists the Executive Director for Communications & Marketing and the Communications department in communicating student district success, informing the community about new programs and opportunities for PSJA students, and supporting district-level multimedia and video productions from concept to completion.

Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism or related field

• Excellent organization, writing, planning, and creative skills to produce and direct compelling and informative stories
• Excellent storytelling and writing skills
• Experience writing, proofreading, editing, and desktop publishing
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks, often changing assignments on short notice with little or no direction
• Ability to operate standard digital in‑studio and remote equipment including audio, lighting, Tri Caster, teleprompter, and more
• Familiarity with distributing digital material on web, social media, and television
• Experience and training in current videotaping and production techniques
• Experience operating DV, HD, DSLR cameras, GoPros, drones, and mobile devices
• Experience with nonlinear editing software (e.g., Final Cut Pro, Adobe Creative Suite)
• Experience creating computer‑generated graphics and animation (2D/3D)
• Experience using character‑generating software and digital servers
• Experience producing data‑rich multimedia graphics
• Creativity in producing videos that meet PSJA ISD expectations
• Knowledge of school district operations and communications (preferred)
• Excellent project‑management skills with a track record for on‑time delivery on tight deadlines
• Ability to work irregular hours, weekends, and some holidays
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across the organization

• A minimum of three (3) years of video storytelling or journalism experience

• Positive Engagement – Welcomes staff, students, parents, and community as honored members at the district table
• Builds relations – Builds positive, trusting relationships through frequent interactions
• Exhibits professionalism – Manages emotions and engages in continuous personal growth
• Models ethics – Exemplifies the district’s values and priorities through consistent actions
• Communicates effectively – Maintains open two‑way communication with staff, students, parents, and community
• Student‑centered Excellence – Holds vision and expectations for success for all students and staff
• Demonstrates expertise – Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge and skills at a high level of competence
• Establishes shared vision – Articulates the mission to the community and solicits support
• Implements plans – Works with stakeholders to implement vision, monitor progress, and provide resources
• Expects results – Holds self and others accountable and drives continuous improvement
• Joint Empowerment – Develops and empowers individuals and teams for effective action
• Promotes collaboration – Designs structures that promote teamwork and distributed leadership
• Inspires action – Motivates others to take responsible risks and perform at their highest level
• Builds capacity – Provides opportunities for growth to support district goals
• Develops leaders – Identifies, develops, and places future leaders through rigorous processes
• Adaptive Innovation – Maintains district at the forefront of educational service providers
• Scans environment – Applies understanding of internal and external factors to advance the district
• Manages change – Demonstrates courage and perseverance in meaningful change
• Champions solutions – Challenges the status quo and explores new ways of doing things
• Acknowledges outcomes – Celebrates success and learns from failure

• Collaborate with the Executive Director for Communications & Marketing and Video Production Manager…