Location: New York, NY
Cap-Exempt H-1B Position — No lottery required
- Job Type: Officer of Administration - Bargaining Unit: - Regular/Temporary: Regular - End Date if Temporary: - Hours Per Week: 35 - Standard Work Schedule: - Building: Morningside - Salary Range: $78,000 - $85,000 *The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.* Position Summary Columbia Engineering seeks an Assistant Director of Multimedia to lead the school’s multimedia storytelling strategy and production. As a core member of the Dean’s Office communications team, this role develops and produces high-impact video and visual content that elevates faculty research, academic initiatives, and institutional priorities. Working closely with the Executive Director of Communications and members of the communications team, the Assistant Director produces multimedia content that amplifies press releases, research features, and major communications initiatives across the school’s website, social media channels, and media relations efforts. Serving as the video lead for the Dean’s Office communications team, the Assistant Director oversees the full production lifecycle—from concept development and filming to graphics, post-production, and distribution—while ensuring all assets align with Columbia University and Columbia Engineering brand standards. The role also manages external production vendors and freelance crews and collaborates with partners across Columbia University to extend the reach and impact of multimedia storytelling. Expert knowledge of digital video platforms, including YouTube, is required, along with the ability to develop both long-form features and short-form content optimized for audience engagement. Responsibilities **Multimedia Productio