Deputy Director Multimedia Strategist PRETORIA IT Pretoria - Gauteng Deputy Director Multimedia Strategist Pretoria R679 700pa 12-month fixed term contract Purpose of the post: To design multimedia communication content for the Departments online platforms (website, intranet, internal screen monitors) and related platforms (such as Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Twitter etc).
The basis of the content is to position the department on the new and emerging platforms.
Description of tasks: Develop and design creative and interactive content for video, print illustrations, website, advertisements, and social media platforms: Develop compelling video content for publishing on the various websites Design creative and interactive content for print illustrations, website, and social media Develop and design animations, motion graphics and 3D design for use on various communication platforms: Develop animation clips for use on various communication platforms Design motion graphics and 3D designs for use on various communication platforms.
Create an interactive content and engaging content for use on internal platforms such as presentations, and internal distribution platforms: Create engaging presentations, content for internal screen monitors, telegram, and provide creative support to programmes on content for external engagements.
Shoot and edit high quality video content and photographs on Departments initiatives: Produce creative briefs shoot and edit high quality video content and photographs for Departments initiatives.
Manage partners to strategically deliver compelling digital media content on projects and on social media effectively and timeously: Collaborate with units with the chief directorate, Department Programmes and entities and external partners to conceptualize, design and execute digital media content.
Coordinate and create the delivery of strategic social media content and manage the quality of information posted on social media platforms according to weekly plans, campaign plans.
Provision of administrative related duties: Develop, implement and maintain process to ensure proper control of work.
Manage and monitor the compiling of administrative reports, statutory plans, reports, etc, updating risk register and drafting of response to clients based on the requests received.
Provide functional advice and technical guidance to the teams and management.
Competencies, Knowledge and Skills: In-depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud Suite.
In-depth knowledge of print, audio and video media design.
Knowledge of 3D design and printing Knowledge of videography Knowledge of media business practices and processes Knowledge of social media processes Understanding and knowledge of basic animation Knowledge and understanding of the PSR, PFMA Strong and proven understanding of the communication landscape Knowledge and understanding of departmental policies and framework Website languages - HTML5, CSS and PHP HTML5 Social media Photography and Videography Audio, image and Video editing Planning and organising Communication and media skills Proven experience in digital content media writing skills Project Management skills Change management skills People management skills Stakeholder management skills Problem solving skills Policy development Communication (writing, presentation & verbal) Computer literacy Research and analytical skills Events management Negotiations Ability to meet tight deadlines while delivering excellent results Ability to manage work and work with teams Interpersonal skills Must be prepared to travel Willing to adapt work schedule in accordance with professional requirements Self-driven Minimum educational and experience requirements: A tertiary qualification at NQF level 6 in Visual Communication and Design / Digital Design / Audio-visual Design / Graphic Design / Creative Brands Communication / Information Design or Digital Arts related 3 years experience in Videography / Filming, Photograph, content Editing and animated content A valid drivers licence.
Closing date for applications: 18 December 2024 Should you not hear from us within 14 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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