Multimedia Specialist

Category: Non-Union

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Ensure that all HPSI safety procedures, rules and regulations are communicated, understood, and followed

Photography & Videography (70%)

• Capture high-quality photo and video content across the shipyard, including:
  • Production activity
  • Workforce and employee features
  • Events, tours, and leadership engagements
• Plan and execute shoots, including shot lists, staging, and coordination with internal teams
• Operate and maintain camera, lighting, and audio equipment
• Operate drone equipment to capture aerial photography and videography safely and in compliance with FAA regulations and HPSI requirements
  • Candidates without existing certification must be willing to study for and obtain the required drone certification, with eligible certification costs reimbursed by HPSI
• Ensure all content aligns with safety protocols and operational requirements
• Perform other related duties as related and assigned

 

Video Production & Editing (25%)

• Edit and produce video content for:
  • Social media
  • Internal communications
  • Recruiting and workforce development initiatives
• Incorporate music, graphics, captions, and branding elements
• Deliver content in multiple formats optimized for various platforms
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

 

 

 

Ad Hoc Communications Support (5%)

• Partner with the Digital Communications Specialist to provide visual assets for social media and communications
• Provide recommendations on visual storytelling opportunities
• Provide general communications support as needed
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned

 

EDUCATON AND EXPERIENCE

 

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Film, Media Production, or a related field
• 1–5 years of experience in multimedia
• Strong photo and video editing skills with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva
• Strong understanding of composition, lighting, and visual storytelling techniques
• Prior drone experience and/or FAA certification is a plus
• Experience supporting event audio/visual needs, including microphones, speakers, televisions/displays, presentation equipment, and related technology, is a plus
• Willingness to support occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekend events (at least once a month)
• Strong grasp of logistics and communication workflows

 

COMPETENCIES

 

• Creative, technically skilled visual storyteller, who is comfortable working in an active industrial environment and can independently manage shoots from planning through final production
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple shoots and deadlines
• Comfortable working in an industrial environment (shipyard/manufacturing experience a plus)
• Strong organizational and asset management skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
• Highly organized, process-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
• Adaptable, solutions-oriented, and able to pivot quickly in response to changing priorities
• Proactive, self-starter with strong critical thinking skills and ability to work independently
• Creative thinker with a passion for continuous improvement and process enhancement
• Integrity, professionalism, and commitment to high-quality work
• Comfortable working with internal and external teams, and contributing as a collaborative team member

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILTY

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Environmental exposures are similar to those found in most heavy industrial settings and may include noise, heat, cold, vibration, dust, fumes and smoke. Work may be executed indoors or outdoors and may involve exposure to inclement weather conditions.

 

* Hanwha Philly Shipyard is a TOBACCO-FREE facility.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. A range of motion sufficient to perform general lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, climbing, working at heights, extended walking or standing, etc. is required. Employment in this position is contingent upon passing the medical examination. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is an on-site, full-time, safety-sensitive position. Standard days and hours of work vary by department, days and hours determined by department schedules.

 

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time or without notice.

 

Hanwha Philly Shipyard is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants. The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of employees during employment shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender or age-except that the applicant must meet the minimum age requirement. Hanwha Philly Shipyard does not, and will not, discriminate because of the disability of such an individual.