Multimedia Manager

City Of Carson • Carson, CA

108d • $11,259 - $14,371

About The Position

The City of Carson is now accepting applications for the position of Multimedia Manager. This promotional opportunity is open only to current employees of the City of Carson. The ideal candidate for the Multimedia Manager position will be a strategic, creative, and forward-thinking communications professional with proven leadership experience in multimedia operations. They will bring a strong background in managing broadcast television, social media, video production, and digital communications, with the ability to align multimedia strategies with the City's goals and priorities. Under general direction of the City Manager or their designee, the Multimedia Manager plans, directs, and manages the City's multimedia operations, including broadcast television, social media platforms, digital communications, and video production. The position is responsible for developing and implementing marketing, multimedia strategies that align with City goals, supervising professional and technical staff, managing program budgets, and ensuring compliance with FCC regulations, accessibility requirements, and City standards. The Multimedia Manager plays a central role in enhancing the City's visibility, transparency, and community engagement through high-quality digital and broadcast communications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, digital media, journalism, public relations, or a related field.
• Five (5) years of experience in multimedia management, including two (2) years in a supervisory capacity.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of broadcast television programming, video production, and digital content management.
• Knowledge of FCC regulations and cable operations.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and digital engagement strategies.
• Knowledge of principles of staff supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
• Knowledge of budget development, procurement, and contract administration.
• Knowledge of research and analytical methods.
• Knowledge of public agency communication practices, branding, and community engagement.
• Knowledge of trends, techniques, and technologies in multimedia and broadcasting.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a public agency setting.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements multimedia and digital communication strategies consistent with City goals and Council priorities.
• Plans, directs, and supervises the operations of City broadcast television, including live coverage of City Council and commission meetings, press conferences, special events, and public service programming.
• Oversees social media content, campaigns, and engagement, ensuring consistent messaging and timely response to public inquiries.
• Directs the production of video, broadcast, and digital content, ensuring compliance with FCC regulations, closed captioning, accessibility, and City standards.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates assigned professional and technical staff; provides leadership in staff development and performance management.
• Manages the multimedia division budget, program schedules, equipment procurement, and contract administration.
• Collaborates with City departments, elected officials, and external partners to develop and deliver effective multimedia and marketing content that enhances community outreach and engagement.
• Reviews and interprets analytics to measure the effectiveness of multimedia campaigns; adjusts strategies based on data-driven insights.
• Provides expert guidance to departments on branding, messaging, and communication methods.
• Researches and responds to emerging trends, technologies, and community issues in the field of multimedia and broadcasting.
• Prepares reports, presentations, and recommendations for the City Manager and executive leadership.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• Paid holidays
• Flexible scheduling

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree