Videographer 011724

• Administers complete video production projects independently. This includes pre-production (concept development, storyboarding, campaigns and script writing), filming and editing to advance the City of Sunrise’ Brand.
• Produce written content, including articles, social media posts, advertisements, video scripts, website content, and email marketing content.
• Publishes content to a variety of distribution channels, such as YouTube, social media networks, and a website content management system, utilizing ADA-compliant formatting.
• Upholds a high standard by making all technical (audio, color, lighting) and creative (dialog, action, angle, etc.) adjustments necessary to achieve superior results.
• Demonstrates an understanding of innovative post-production techniques such as animation, green screen incorporation of augmented reality, AI-powered tools, special-effect editing, and other recent visual arts trends.
• Maintains any sets, studio, and storage space in an organized manner.
• Attends City events that require videography, livestreaming, photography, or other visual content. 
• Collaborates with the Marketing and Communications Team in all aspects of digital marketing campaigns. 
• Participates in special events logistics, coordination, and promotion. 
• Ensures all content aligns with the department’s project goals and stylistic guidelines. 
• Explores additional multimedia opportunities and suggests changes. 
• Stays current on emerging and new digital trends, the latest in video production, best practices in video production, and the latest social media platforms.
• Manages, troubleshoots, and maintains all hardware and software related to videography and makes recommendations for program improvements.
• Develops creative concepts that uphold the City’s brand and utilize compelling storytelling.
• Coordinates project participants, providing exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.
• Serves as liaison to commercial production companies for select projects.
• Creates and oversees the City’s library of video assets and related digital distribution platforms.

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in journalism, marketing, communications or a related field required. Concentration in video production preferred.
• PROOF OF THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF COMPLETED EDUCATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AS AN ATTACHMENT WITH APPLICATION. (Applications without attached proof of education will not be processed for consideration.) 

• Five (5) years of professional work experience performing video production and editing. 
• Experience with photography preferred.
• Experience with drone videography/photography preferred. 

• Possession of a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must obtain a valid Florida driver's license prior to hire.

• Some work is performed in a standard office environment, and some work is performed at a variety of indoor and outdoor events. 
• Scheduled events on the division calendar will frequently occur outside of typical office hours; time management and flexibility will be necessary to cover projects on evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Tasks are occasionally performed with moderate exposure to adverse environmental conditions, including inclement weather, severe temperatures and exposure to water.
• The position may require occasional travel to various locations in the Tri-County area.

• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through personal contact, the use of the telephone and/or other City-issued technology devices.
• Must have a finely calibrated ability to detect differences in sight and sound in order to thoroughly compose, analyze, and edit works of video.

• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work outdoors, at remote indoor locations, and in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach and twist under and around furniture and equipment; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.; to operate equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine motor coordination, including use of a computer and camera; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. Occasional climbing on ladder or stool to reach or mount equipment.

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing is essential. 
• Skilled at short-form, long-form, and streaming content creation, as well as distribution strategies and tactics.
• Ability to operate a video camera and video editing software to produce brief, compelling video content for social media.
• Ability to operate a digital camera to capture still photos.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other agencies, and the public.
• Knowledge of graphic design, multi-media and presentation software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Premiere Pro/Final Cut.
• Knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, WordPress and Adobe Creative Suite. Fluency in web analytics tools (Google Analytics) and social media marketing applications (Hootsuite, etc.)
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and adjust to last-minute programming changes.

Salary : $89,758 - $126,827