Communications Specialist II – Video Visualization

NCTCOG • Arlington, TX

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About The Position

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Transportation Department is seeking a Communications Specialist to support its Digital Productions and Social Media program area. This role involves creating videos and content to explain complex transportation projects, developing 3D visualization elements, and producing content with a social-first strategy. The ideal candidate will combine original video content with creative 3D elements to narrate the story of transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth region. Applicants are encouraged to apply online and submit a cover letter and resume.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro
• Familiar with Adobe After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Good technical understanding of animation/visualization platforms such as Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, or Unreal Engine
• Good understanding of DSLR or professional camera platform
• Good understanding of different social media platforms and the benefits of each
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing the quality of work
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field, which is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree (i.e., communications, film/TV/digital media, journalism, or a related field)
• Over one year of work-related experience

Responsibilities

• Creating 3D animation and transportation-related visualization concepts for the Transportation Department
• Supporting the Transportation Department’s creative photoshoots, video production, script writing, outline development, camera operation, video and photography logistical coordination/scheduling and video editing
• Developing attention-grabbing, short-form video content related to transportation and air quality initiatives
• Supporting the management and creation of creative content on the department’s social media channels
• Contributing to the development of other creative elements such as air quality and transportation communications pieces, plans, graphics, and social media
• Serving as a representative of the Transportation Department while in the field, at events, or attending meetings
• Providing customer service to the general public, partners, and stakeholders
• Preparing and delivering oral presentations

Benefits

• generous benefits
• friendly atmosphere with open communication for cooperative decision making
• challenging opportunities
• environment encourages both individual and team growth, responsibility and innovation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level