Digital Content Creator (Videographer)

About the position

This is professional and technical work that involves creating high quality visuals (video, photography, graphics, etc.) that showcase and explain City programs, services, events, news, meetings, etc. for the City's various platforms, including, but not limited to, social media, the web, and the cable access channel. Advise other content creators, producers and management on how to best visualize a story and the equipment necessary to meet the needs of the department and City. Works as a member of the communications team who assists with special projects and initiatives, developing a positive image for the City and marketing of City services. Work is reviewed through conferences, the work product, reports, and observations of results obtained.

Responsibilities

• Create high quality visuals (video, photography, graphics) for City programs and services.
• Advise content creators and management on visual storytelling and equipment needs.
• Assist with special projects and initiatives within the communications team.
• Develop a positive image for the City and market City services.

Requirements

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism, media production, cinematography, film, photography, digital editing, motion picture arts, production, mass communications or a related field.
• Two years of technical experience in the film industry, commercial video, or a broadcast/cable environment.
• Knowledge of operating cameras, audio, and lighting equipment.
• Valid Class-E State driver's license at the time of appointment.

Benefits

• Paid vacation, sick leave, parental, and catastrophic illness leaves.
• Defined benefit pension and defined contribution plans.
• Paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, pre-paid legal, critical illness, and auto insurance plans.