Director of Media
Media
We're seeking an enthusiastic and talented individual to join our executive board as Director of Media. This position offers a unique opportunity to lead our Media Team, consisting of graphic designers, photographers, and videographers, in capturing and sharing the remarkable ideas and stories presented at our TEDx events.
Responsibilities
Provide creative direction and strategic vision to the Media Team, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission
Manage team of graphic designers, photographers, and videographers, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment and encouraging members to explore their creativity and develop their skills
Drive the creation of multimedia content, including promotional videos, social media graphics, flyers, theme release videos, and event recaps. Tailor content for various platforms to maximize engagement and impact.
Work closely with other teams—including Community Engagement, Marketing, and Speaker Development—to align visual elements with event themes and objectivess
Coordinate comprehensive coverage of TEDx events, overseeing the capturing of speakers, audience reactions, and event highlights
Ensure all media outputs meet high-quality standards and align with the organization's branding guidelines
Provide constructive feedback to team members to maintain consistency and creativity
Brainstorm and conceptualize design ideas that effectively communicate the organization's goals and values
Stay up-to-date on design trends and technologies, bringing fresh and innovative ideas to the table
Work closely with other Leadership to develop and strengthen TEDxNortheasternU's core brand and creative direction
Qualities
Self-sufficient, self-starting, and driven quick learner
Extremely detail-oriented with excellent leadership and communication skills
Creative with an eye for design, storytelling, and multimedia production
Proficiency in graphic design software (Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.), and video editing tools (preferred)
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Enthusiasm for the TEDx mission and ideas worth spreading
Qualifications
All undergraduate students currently enrolled at Northeastern University on the Boston, MA campus who are interested in TEDxNortheasternU and believe they would be a good fit for this position are encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.