Department Code
11002-4418
Job Title
Multimedia Designer
Commitment to On-Campus Experience
Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.
Pay Determination
Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses.
Hours
Standard University business hours
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The Multimedia Designer actively collaborates and engages with instructional designers and the
content production team to build engaging educational course content for online courses. The
Multimedia Designer focuses on the student’s visual experience and determines how a student
interfaces with interactive course content. The Multimedia Designer must have a proven
understanding of effective multimedia integration in teaching and learning, visual design and UI
design principles for web applications, and e-learning authoring tools, as well as the ability to
thrive within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
This position requires regular on-campus presence and occasional schedule flexibility, including
evenings and weekends based on student and operational needs. Staff operate in a fast-paced,
collaborative environment supporting non-traditional learners through an evolving, datainformed model.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree required; in Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, Instructional Technology, Learning Experience Design, or a related field.
- 1 + years of industry experience in UI design.
Skills and Knowledge
- Proven work experience as a Graphic Designer or similar role.
- Ability to demonstrate effective communication skills (written/ verbal), including presentation
- skills.
- Ability to demonstrate proven visual design/ development skills and industry-standard
- platform/ OS experience.
- Demonstrate ability to create design concepts and prototypes using industry standard tools such as Illustrator and After Effects, as well as have knowledge of Premiere and Photoshop
- Familiarity with post-production processes considered favorably. Ability to create and refine prototypes, wireframes, flow diagrams, and user-requirements documents.
- Ability to prepare and present design recommendations based on program goals, user research, UX/UI principles, and an understanding of the regulatory requirements of higher education.
- Ability to participate in design and feedback sessions and generate design recommendations.
- Proven ability to prioritize and handle multiple assignments simultaneously while maintaining a positive outlook and a collegial, professional demeanor.
- Strong understanding of responsive UI design principles to deliver products across multiple platforms, including desktop, web, and mobile.
- A high degree of creativity, interaction design, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
- Create engaging, visually pleasing, and easy-to-understand graphics and animations to enhance online course material.
- Employ a learner-centered design methodology to create, prototype, develop, and validate accessible user interface designs, including page layouts and navigation for desktop, web-based, and mobile delivery of online course material.
- Conceptualize e-learning interface design ideas through the use of storyboards, process flows, mockups and prototypes.
- Collaborate with instructional designers and production team to conceptualize, define, prioritize, and build online courses.
- Leverage your product, interaction, and visual design skills to create engaging experiences that empower learners.
- Design products with a focus on Accessibility, and partnering with designers, developers, and testers to create accessible instructional content.
- Utilize e-learning authoring tools to design interactive learning solutions.
- Manage intake and organization of digital assets throughout the course development process.
- Help create a positive and supporting team environment.
- Interact with various functional team members to support their UI application needs.
- Develop user interface design standards and best practices for online courses that adhere to Syracuse University’s digital style guide and standards of excellence.
- Research user needs, develop personas, perform task analysis, and craft and conduct interviews to create industry-leading user experiences for online courses.
- Realize new learning experiences based on user insights and product goals.
- Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter. Please provide the link to your portfolio on your resume as well.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
