Multimedia Manager - Imperial War Museums, London, UK

This is a core delivery role responsible for IWM's in-gallery multimedia hardware and software for existing and future exhibitions and education projects, implementing the current Multimedia strategy along with its further development and management of the Multimedia Technician team for three London branches.

This is a key role in the Department of New Media, which is undertaking an exciting and extensive programme of work including the implementation of a museum-wide digital strategy, the progression of the new IWM website and leading on the creation and delivery of multimedia in the galleries together with online, mobile and other strategic e-marketing activities across its five branches.

Key features and responsibilities of the role:

Lead on the implementation of the current multimedia strategy for the Museum.

Investigation and evaluation of how the Museums might utilise new and emerging multimedia technologies, as well as reviewing current systems.

Develop a set of standards and processes for the delivery of innovative and cost-effective multimedia solutions that provide a consistent, audience focused approach across the Museum.

Develop exciting and engaging content ideas for both gallery and mobile platforms and advise on the most effective modes of delivery.

Responsible for the overall quality and effectiveness of new multimedia products, to ensure an excellent visitor experience.

Manage the Multimedia Technician team for three London branches.

Report to the Head of New Media and work closely with other departments such as Exhibitions, Collections, ICT and relevant branch representatives.

Commission work from external sources and take the lead on any in-house production.

Your skills, experience and attributes:

Educated to degrees level or with proven, demonstrable experience in a similar role.

A thorough understanding and knowledge of emerging multimedia technologies including various digital and physical interfaces, video and audio streaming, mobile technology and networked technologies.

Excellent knowledge of the web including HTML4/XHTML/CSS/ JavaScript interfaces, and an understanding of the potential use of platforms such as Adobe Air, Flash and Smartphone apps.

Open and assertive communication style, with good experience of stakeholder management and negotiation skills together with an astute grasp of business markets, product development and awareness.

Well versed in change management, team building and motivation.

Audience focused and used to working with both technical and non-technical people, both internally and externally.

With over 600 staff, two million visitors a year and major tourist attractions at five sites (IWM London, IWM North, IWM Duxford, Churchill War Rooms and HMS Belfast) Imperial War Museums pride themselves on their reputation as a forward-thinking museum.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 21 March 2012.

Details can be found here:http://jobs.guardian.co.uk/job/4413953/multimedia-manager/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=general&ProcessedTrackID=13