Media Production Specialist

Alachua County Sheriff's Office•Sheriff's Admin Building, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Highly responsible technical work in the creative design, production, and preparation of materials using audio and video equipment to produce video, internet material, and print quality images and graphics for the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO). Specifically charged with the production of all internal and external media formats which fall within the varied responsibilities of Community Engagement Division (CED). Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Captain of CED. Performance is evaluated through observation, oral/written reports, results obtained, and appropriate employee performance appraisals.

Requirements

High School Diploma / GED Required
Working familiarity with presentation and content layout software is required
Any combination of education and training which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described
Current, valid Florida driver license
Sit/stand for extended periods of time
See/hear at normal range
Speak, read, write, and understand English fluently
Ambulate independently
Bend and squat
Manual dexterity
Drive a vehicle (ACSO Civilian Driving Course may be required)
Lift/carry 50+ pounds
Push/pull light to moderate loads
Knowledge of the principles, methods, and theory of media communication
Knowledge of professional photographic and video production procedures, practices, techniques, and terminology
Knowledge of professional photographic and video production equipment operation including digital/video cameras and recorders, audio recording equipment, file compression, video switching, character generation, graphics manipulation, lighting, and post-production equipment
Working knowledge of the geography of Alachua County
Above average communications skills, including the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Excellent judgment in decision making under stressful circumstances
Above average planning skills
Ability to work effectively with limited supervision
Ability to work as part of a team on projects of mutual interest to other agency personnel
Ability to cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, impartially, and with respect to the rights of others
Ability to operate and maintain a variety of digital video cameras and video editing equipment
Ability to operate computers and relevant systems and software
Ability to creatively plan and translate abstract concepts into effective visual form
Ability to maintain security and confidentiality of information
Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the ACSO administration, coworkers, other agencies, and the general public

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree or better Preferred
Preferred Major(s): Telecommunications, Journalism, Video Production or other related field.
Advanced computer skills required
Advanced skills with digital photography, digital videography, and associated software such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Premier is preferred
Progressively responsible experience in a professional photography and video editing/producing environment demonstrating competence in all areas of photography and video production
Creative and/or web design experience/portfolio is preferred

Responsibilities

Work in collaboration with other staff and employees throughout the agency to produce a variety of video and photography products for broadcasting, webcasting, video streaming, and digital distribution
In cooperation with other staff, coordinate pre/post production and planning activities
Communicate technical information in non-technical terms
Conduct field-based photography and video production which involves interaction with sworn and civilian employees as well as members of the general public
Transport and set up any required lighting and audio equipment
Operate all photography, portable video, and audio equipment
Provide limited troubleshooting and maintenance of field production equipment
Plan and perform photographic and video post-production tasks to include reviewing footage, making editorial recommendations, video transcoding, rough cuts, audio adjustment, color correction, and final editing using various photo and video editing software
Utilize computer graphics and special effects for photographic and video post-production in accordance with the overall production concepts
Compress photographic and video projects for output
Capture recorded video using software and encode media as appropriate
Make photographic and video products available in a variety of formats including DVDs and streaming media files
Coordinates internal and external duplication services as required
Optimize, organize, and publish approved media on third party websites such as Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and other platforms
Conduct social media monitoring/listening on behalf of the Public Information Officer to support trend awareness, perception risk or potential, and content that impacts ongoing or planned community engagement
Maintain and update the agency external website with directed or requested content
Support production of agency reports and briefings through technical design and content layout