Assistant Director of Communications-Multimedia Content Creation

Assistant Director of Communications-Multimedia Content Creation JobID: 2737 Position Type: Administration/Assistant Director Date Posted: 7/16/2026 Location: Administrative Center - Communications Date Available: ASAP Additional Information: Show/Hide Our Mission Positively transforming learning and life outcomes for students through educational justice, equity, and excellence. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Multimedia Production, Digital Media, Film, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field. Professional experience in multimedia production, visual storytelling, or digital communications. Three to five years of experience is preferred; substantial professional work completed while enrolled in college may be considered. Professional portfolio demonstrating excellence in photography, videography, editing, and visual storytelling. Demonstrated proficiency with Adobe Premiere Pro, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition, or equivalent software. Experience operating professional DSLR or mirrorless cameras and related lighting, audio, and stabilization equipment. Experience creating accessible multimedia content for social media, websites, presentations, streaming platforms, and other digital communications. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; manage multiple projects; meet deadlines; and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. Valid Illinois driver's license and ability to travel throughout the District. Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends to support District events and emergency communications. Preferred qualifications include experience in K-12 education, higher education, nonprofit, or government communications; knowledge of multimedia accessibility standards; and FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification or willingness to obtain it. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable Compensation The entry level base salary for this position is $73, 815 in the upcoming school year, plus highly competitive benefits, including 100% Board-paid TRS contributions and 100% Board-paid employee-only health, dental, and term life insurance. There is a minimal employee cost for vision insurance. Additional compensation above the base is offered to candidates based on their number of years of successful administrative experience. A copy of the Administrative Salaries & Fringe Benefits document is attached. Questions about salaries or fringe benefits should be directed to the Human Resources Office. Application Deadline Interviews will be conducted as soon as a suitable pool of candidates is found. To ensure consideration, please submit your application materials as soon as possible. Important Notes This is a year-round (12-month) position. More About Our Community Champaign Unit 4 Schools serves over 10,000 PreK-Young Adult students in 18 facilities, which include twelve elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools, one early childhood facility, and the Novak Academy. Located conveniently near Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis, Champaign residents enjoy the entertainment and intellectual activity of a large city, without the higher costs of living and lengthy commute times often associated with busy city/suburban life. The University of Illinois provides the excitement of Big 10 sporting events, a thriving business environment, and world-class entertainment at State Farm Center and the Krannert Center for the Performing Arts. Champaign is characterized by a thriving downtown and campustown, shopping centers and boutiques, award-winning restaurants, neighborhood parks, live music venues, and summer festivals. We also share many museums, galleries, and theatres with the adjacent city of Urbana. Want to Learn More? If you want to learn more about this position or other career opportunities in Champaign Unit 4 Schools, please contact our Assistant Dir…