Multimedia Specialist

Who is Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network to supply thousands of products for professional builders, contractors, engineers and do-it-yourself consumers around the world.

The Oatey family of companies is consist of brands that are synonymous with quality, integrity, and trust in the plumbing industry. We are Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, GF Thompson, Harvey, Masters, Contact, and Belanger.

What we're looking for...

The Multimedia Specialist is accountable for planning and executing Oatey’s videography production needs. This role works cross-functionally to support a range of multimedia development, such as feature/benefit videography, how-to videography, brand storytelling, employee communications and more. Success requires strong project management, creative and organizational skills to coordinate the planning and creative execution of video shoots. Additionally, the Multimedia Specialist leverages expertise in video production and editing software to ensure a high-quality execution and finished product.

Expectations & Accountabilities...

• Works collaboratively with the brand, product content, creative and technical teams to plan, project manage and execute the production of sophisticated multimedia projects including:
  • Working with SMEs to create storyboards and assist in script writing and on-screen graphics
  • Coordinating video kick-off discussions
  • Handling equipment set-up
  • Filming video on set and on location as needed
  • Editing footage after recording
  • Adding computer graphics, closed captioning and special effects as needed
• Develops and utilizes a creative brief process to ensure clear alignment on expected outcomes and improve efficiency during the shooting and editing process
• Acts as point of contact when working with outside vendors on production of videos
• Executes asset and database management to support multimedia assets
• In collaboration with creative and brand team members, develops and manages brand standards for videos to ensure consistency of look and feel, including style, logos and fonts

What you'll need to be successful...

• Experience in lighting, filming, and video shoot execution
• Knowledge of professional video production practices, software, terminology, and techniques, as well as video composition
• Demonstrated editing ability using Adobe Premiere, Avid Media Composer or Apple Final Cut Pro
• Ability to convey ideas from quick thumbnail sketches through to polished production
• Excellent storytelling ability
• Service and quality oriented, with attention to details
• Able to respond quickly to ad-hoc requests
• Demonstrated ability to deliver positive results by working independently and as a member of a team
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across cultural boundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups

Qualifications that will set you apart...

• Experience with graphic design

Education and Certification

Bachelor’s degree or trade certification in video production or equivalent experience

Why Oatey?

• At Oatey, our purpose has always been to deliver quality, build trust and improve lives through the products that we make.  
• Oatey fosters an environment that embraces diversity - acknowledging, valuing, and utilizing the unique experiences and perspectives of our associates. 
• We value Collaboration, Integrity, Respect, Courage, Leadership, and Excellence above all else.  
• Our vision is to remain and continue to grow as a market leader, to enrich the lives of our Associates, to challenge the status quo, and to foster an inclusive environment in every regard.  
• Our purpose, mission, and vision are not possible without the right people, and we are committed to fostering an inclusive, engaging, and rewarding environment for our Associates.  
• Oatey has a total rewards philosophy which encompasses compensation, benefits, work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, tuition reimbursement, mental health wellness, and talent development.
• Come join the Oatey team, where we’re big enough to matter and small enough that YOU matter!  

Oatey Total Rewards

• Competitive pay based on experience and merit  
• Annual Cash Profit Sharing (discretionary) 
• Health Insurance for our associates’ averages $100 or less a month (single coverage)  
• Generous benefits including up to $2,700 company contribution to Health Savings Account 
• 401(k) with a 5% company match 
• Tuition reimbursement in an environment that encourages advancement  
• Associate well-being benefits including CALM App and mental health therapy options
• Recognized for our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

At Oatey we are committed to help our Associates grow their career. Apply today and grow with Oatey!