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Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) · 2 days ago

Science Education Digital Asset Coordinator

Chevy Chase, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$27.80/hr - $45.18/hr

2+ years exp

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) is focused on advancing science through various initiatives including education and media production. The Science Education Digital Asset Coordinator will support the BioInteractive program by managing digital assets, ensuring accurate permissions, and contributing to post-production workflows.

BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareMedicalMedical Device

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day oversight of the organization, tagging, and maintenance of the Digital Asset Management (DAM) system

Develop and implement metadata schemas, naming conventions, and archiving workflows

Maintain permissions logs, clear usage rights, and respond to internal/external permissions inquiries

Search for and organize media assets across internal and external platforms

Train team members on DAM usage and manage the department’s YouTube and Vimeo channels, ensuring media assets are properly prepared, published, and aligned with established workflows and standards

Perform minor video and image editing using Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, or similar tools

Support post-production tasks, including the creation of logs, scripts, transcripts, and closed captions

Assist video file organization and asset tracking within a Media Asset Management system, working in coordination with platform owners and established worksflows

Use tools such as Frame.io, WeTransfer, Massive, and stock licensing platforms to support media transfers, file organization, and project coordination, working alongside system administrators

Help manage post-production schedules for video updates and language customization

Support internal production tasks and publication of media assets and video resources

Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualification

Digital Asset ManagementMedia EditingMetadata DevelopmentAdobe Premiere ProProject CoordinationLearning AgilityCommunication SkillsTeam Collaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree or combination of education and professional experience

Minimum two years of experience working with digital asset management systems

Proficient in using DAM/MAM systems for organizing and retrieving digital assets, and comfortable learning new technologies and software as needed

Experience supporting media workflows, file management, and project coordination

Ability to manage and convert files across formats, with a basic understanding of video acquisition formats, frame rates, and codecs

Familiarity with media licensing and rights management practices, such as Creative Commons, or an interest in learning this area

Basic proficiency with video editing tools such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro is a plus

Basic proficiency with graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator is a plus

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare

Generous retirement contributions

Paid leave

Additional programs that support well-being and professional development

Competitive pay

Exceptional health benefits

Retirement plans

Time off

A range of recognition and wellness programs

Company

Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI)

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Founded in 1953, HHMI invests in scientists at all career stages who make discoveries that advance human health and our fundamental understanding of biology.

Founded in 1953

Chevy Chase, Maryland, USA

1001-5000 employees