Description

Hop on board at the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) – a major transit agency in one of the fastest-growing regions in the United States! As the Utah Transit Authority (UTA) expands and develops, we need you as our Visual Production Assistant (Part-Time).
This position offers a creative and dynamic environment where you get to work on a variety of visual projects in video, digital, and print formats. You'll have the opportunity to create diverse visual content such as posters, videos, graphics, infographics, and more, allowing you to showcase your artistic skills and contribute to engaging and impactful campaigns.
As the Visual Production Assistant (Part Time), you will:
  • Accept and complete assignments to create, design, layout, shoot, edit, print, or otherwise produce content in video, digital, or print graphic formats.
  • Create an array of visual works including, but not limited to, posters, videos, graphics, audio, fact sheets, infographics, presentations, templates, and photography, including original artwork.
  • Conform to UTA brand guidelines and quality standards.
  • Work closely with the Graphic Arts Specialist, Digital Media Specialist, and Communications Strategists to deliver products according to outlined specs and deadlines.
  • Suggest ideas for accomplishing goals of a project assignment according to trends and best practices in visual production and design.
  • Create and gather video and photography for visual use.
  • Edit video, graphic, audio, and photographic assets.
  • Organize media for use by the team and agency-wide.
  • Collaborate with others and implement feedback effectively.
  • Work well with deadlines and changes.
This job is not eligible for telework. Requires regular and predictable attendance during set part-time daytime hours Monday through Friday in the Salt Lake City UTA FrontLines Headquarters or field assignments.
Normal Business hours are Monday – Friday 8-6.   Actual working hours for this part time position are flexible within this time frame. May require infrequent holiday, weekend, or tasks and event support, with advance notice.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING 

One year of professional experience in graphic arts and design; video, photography, and/or audio editing and production; and digital and print production.
  • Demonstrated understanding of principles of effective visual communication with a portfolio of prior work.
  • Experience in graphics and multimedia software such as Adobe Creative Suite, including Premiere, Acrobat, and PhotoShop.
  • Prior use of camera, audio, and computer equipment to produce visual and audio products.   
Associate degree in Art, Graphic Art and Design, Photography, Multimedia or Video Production or Editing, or similar.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Possess or demonstrate ability to acquire skills in using Trello project management software, Microsoft Office Suite and 365 online file sharing and organizing, Dropbox, and SharePoint, as well as internal processes and brand standard.
  • Experience in applying knowledge of accessible standards in visual communications a plus.
This job requires regular and predictable attendance.
- OR -
An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]

UTA’s benefits package for part-time administrative employees includes:

  • 11 days of paid time off (6.5 vacation days and 4.5 sick days). Increase in paid time off with tenure at UTA.
  • 10 paid holidays and two (2) floating holidays per year.
  • Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
  • Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
  • 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
  • Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.
  • UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
  • Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness.
For more information on UTA’s Total Rewards benefits package, please visit: https://jobs.jobvite.com/rideuta/#benefits
Pay Range: $21.875 or more depending on experience.
If interested, apply before: Friday, May 3rd, 2024 @ 5:59 PM MST
 
* Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801-287-2324. A minimum of two workdays’ notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.
*Utah Transit Authority is a drug-free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre-employment drug test. If a pre-employment test returns a non-negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post-accident testing for drug and alcohol use. All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.

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