Multimedia Production Specialist Jobs

Under the direction of the Senior Advisor, Strategy & Communications, coordinates and produces audio/video programming for government access television, social media and special productions, including all aspects from pre-production organization through final edition copy. Visual storyteller with knowledge of current design software and skilled in the design process. Provides responsive, courteous and efficient service in support of all City operations.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Conducts City Hall tours for community and guest groups, as well as youth programs.
• Setups and troubleshoots technology needs (non-computer) for presentations and meetings.
• Contributes to social media content, to include following popular trends to stay current with the way people want to receive information.
• Coordinates the work of part-time production assistants and volunteers for broadcast of City Council meetings and other City productions, including off-site, live productions at the request of the Media Production Leader, as requested by the Media Production Leader.
• Performs all phases of video production including conceptualization, writing, scripting, shooting, editing, audio acquisition, lighting, coordinating talent, directing talent and programming the teleprompter.
• Photographs events and features located in the City.
• Prepares informational, documentary or training materials for presentation to City employees.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Able to perform simple maintenance on video production equipment
• Documents existing conditions in natural land features, property, buildings, and roadways for department needs.
• Conceptualizes, organizes, and creates 3D animations, graphics, and visual design to support video productions and to prepare and present general informational/promotional programs involving the city and community.
• Creates and designs graphic artwork and layouts for various print materials as assigned.
• Records, operates camera, and streams City Council Meetings to the City’s cable television channel, along with live streaming to the internet.
• Programs and maintains the City’s cable television channel and YouTube account.
• Designs, photographs and creates City ID badges for new and existing City employees.
• Assists in preparing the budget and equipment needs.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Three (3) years' work experience with progressive responsibilities that require full working knowledge of animation, video production and photography.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Broadcast Journalism, Television Broadcast, Communications , or closely related field;

• Valid driver license with acceptable driving record.
• Proficiency with video file management and editing.
• Certified drone operator or able to achieve certification.
• Experience with social media platforms, public relations or marketing.
• Intermediate proficiency with office computers and associated business applications.

• Basic knowledge of computer networking and troubleshooting, file management, encoding best practices, and video streaming.
• Familiarity with software updating practices.

PHYSICAL AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work environment characteristics described in this description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions or as otherwise required by law. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be submitted to the Human Resources Department.

• Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Work has standard vision requirements.
• Duties are performed daily both in and outdoors under all weather conditions and include exposure to inclement weather and noise.
• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force; requires intermittent strenuous labor including, crawling, bending, lifting, holding, pushing, pulling, twisting, and climbing.
• Work performed may require walking or standing to a significant degree on rough terrain or may involve sitting or standing for long periods.
• Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.

City Provided Benefits
Pension - 15% of employees salary contributed to defined compensation (401a) plan; 50% vested after 3 years; 75% vested after 4 years and 100% vested after 5 years
Retiree Health Care Funding Plan - 4% of employee's salary contributed to retiree health care funding plan; vested after 5 years
Vacation - 10 days to a maximum of 25 days annually as accrued based on tenure
Annual Leave - 13 days annually as accrued
Holidays - 12 days annually
Health Care Core Package - Medical, Dental and Vision provided first of the month following 60 days of employment (buy up options available)
Short-Term and Long Term Disability, Life and AD& D Insurance - provided first of the month following 180 days of employment pending successful completion of probation
Tuition Reimbursement Plan - $2500 annually for approved courses
Additional Benefits - Employee Assistance Program and Wellness benefit