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Position Summary:
Reporting to the Manager, Video Production the Multimedia Producer will provide support and expertise in the field of video production and editing of communication material that promotes McGill’s research, teaching, innovations and accomplishments. Working closely with the Manager, Video Production, he/she will assist in the planning and execution of video shoots, providing creative input as needed. The incumbent will possess a combination of instructional design and graphic design skills to help produce videos, primarily for University online education programs.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Working closely with the Manager, Video Production, plan and execute of video projects, by meeting with clients to determine needs, prepare budget estimates and delivery schedules.
- Ensure that projects meet established timelines and specifications
- Maintain records of costs and time schedules of projects
- Generate ideas, develop storyboards and scripts for a range of video genres
- Film and edit educational and promotional videos
- Schedule and supervise additional personnel as needed on video shoots (e.g. student actors)
- Design and integrate graphics in accordance with McGill’s Visual Identity guidelines and motion graphics
- Work with professors, lecturers and researchers to adapt PowerPoint presentations for use in video productions
- Develop and implement an organization system for multimedia files and create relevant metadata records and upload videos to YouTube and other social media platforms
- Provide professional expertise re: post-production software solutions, best practices and industry trends
- Adapt creative approach to project constraints
As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:
- Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
- Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
- Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
- Competitive vacation policy
- Two (2) personal days
- Two (2) floating holidays
- Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
- Paid time off over the December holiday period
- Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
- Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits
Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level 4 (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.
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Minimum Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree 3 Years Related Experience /
Annual Salary:
(MPEX Grade 04) $66,190.00 - $82,740.00 - $99,290.00
Job Profile:
MPEX-COM2A - Internal External Relations - Professional 2
Hours per Week:
33.75 (Full time)
Supervisor:
Manager Video Production
Position End Date (If applicable):
2027-10-27
Deadline to Apply:
2026-11-11
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca.
