Videographer/Photographer Specialist

City of Odessa • Odessa, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Videographer & Photographer Specialist is a deadline-driven, fast-paced position that informs and engages residents, workers, visitors, and players in Odessa, Texas, across various platforms while adhering to and implementing the strategic plans of the Communications Department. This role involves teamwork to initiate, plan, develop, and produce video, audio, marketing materials, and communication projects to support community outreach. The specialist will also assist and support other members of the City's communications team with social media, newsletters, events, meetings, website management, customer service, and more.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mass media, broadcasting, communications, journalism, graphic design, or related field required.
• Proficiency in Adobe Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition, and After Effects.
• Understanding of audio and video codecs; green screen/rotoscoping.
• Proficiency in using video, audio, lighting, and photography equipment.
• Ability to write, edit, and/or manipulate HTML/HTML 5, PHP and JavaScript.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Proficiency in graphic design as well as other graphic media software.
• Ability to work in Windows/OSX and Linux-based systems.
• Ability to be on camera/microphone and communicate verbally in a public setting.
• Ability to work with diverse clientele, including elected officials, members of the public, and news media.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle in the State of Texas.
• A valid Texas State Driver's License is required.
• Must have and maintain a cell phone for City use.

Nice To Haves

• Submission of examples of past work is needed.
• Please attach a portfolio of graphic design work.

Responsibilities

• Produce/update graphics flyers and brochures for websites, social media channels, and print.
• Produce original video content for the Government Access Television Channel and web/social media.
• Maintain/update Channel programming.
• Ensure the recording of all City Council Meetings and post to the website.
• Produce content for video information kiosks in City Hall.
• Produce all audio recordings for the City.
• Serve as City videographer/content creator for events and department projects.
• Assist with website management, including user database, content creation, and revision.
• Manage City apps.
• Draft social media posts and news flashes at the direction of the Communications Director.
• Monitor and route inquiries received via social media and email.
• Collate analytics for the City website and social media outlets.
• Provide excellent customer service to internal and external clients.
• Serve as backup to the Communications Director: answer phone calls/requests from media, transmit information in accordance with guidelines and standards, follow chain of command notifications, and create press releases.
• Actively participate in strategic and task-specific communication planning.
• Be on call some weekends on a rotating schedule.
• Be available for immediate call-in due to any natural or manmade disaster or any event the Director of Communications or the City Manager deems necessary.
• Support departmental operations with regular and timely attendance.
• Support the relationship between the City of Odessa and the public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff.
• Maintain confidentiality of work-related issues and City information.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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