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Home My WebLink AboutMedia Production SpecialistUpdated: March 2024 CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Posi�on Title: Media Produc�on Specialist Department: City Manager’s Office Division: Communica�ons Supervisor: Media Produc�on Services Coordinator FLSA: Non-Exempt Civil Service: Yes Pay Grade: 13 Job Number: 1312 Job Summary Under general direc�on, serves as a video field producer and/or host of audio/visual produc�on projects and performs other media func�ons and general du�es. Operates a variety of specialized electronic and video equipment. Creates short-format video content for the City’s website, social media, and City Channel 4. Assists the Communica�ons Office with social media content management and scheduling of public informa�on. Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. • Collaborates with City departments, divisions, boards, commissions, and community organiza�ons to produce and distribute video programming to inform the public regarding City and community en��es and their ac�vi�es. • Performs as facilitator and producer of video programming for City Channel 4, internet distribu�on and/or internal City communica�ons. • Hosts and creates various City mul�media projects, including podcasts, Facebook Live events, and other marke�ng projects in collabora�on with the Communica�ons Office, as well as hos�ng City Channel 4 original programming. • Performs as host of City Channel originated live and pre-recorded video programming, represents the City in external video communica�ons. • Researches video program topics and conducts interviews with the public and City personnel. • Coordinates and performs video produc�on, including produc�on planning, videography, ligh�ng, set design, script wri�ng, graphics crea�on, and equipment setup and teardown. • Edits or oversees the edi�ng of video programs and other mul�-media produc�ons. • Prepares and distributes promo�onal materials and press releases, PSAs, etc., about projects and programs on City Channel 4. • Manages the integra�on of social media as a promo�onal and/or distribu�on strategy and aids in the development and use of new technologies, ideas and formats for digital based programming. • Assists supervisor with equipment and produc�on es�mates for budget prepara�on. Updated: March 2024 • Works with employees in produc�on projects and serves as team leader for on-loca�on and studio-based video produc�on and post-produc�on ac�vi�es. • Par�cipates in periodic assessment of City Channel 4 and Communica�ons programming and helps the Division to implement strategies. • Provides leadership and assists with training and work assignments of hourly employees, work study students, interns, and/or volunteers. • Provides staff assistance to City departments and divisions as required. • Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and community. • Performs all other related du�es as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. Degree or coursework Videography or related. Experience working with the public or with diverse groups of people. • Valid State of Iowa driver’s license with sa�sfactory driving record required. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check. Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educa�onal ins�tu�on and one year of related experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combina�on of educa�on and experience. Experience in video communica�ons, video produc�on, or related. • Remote Pilot Cer�ficate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es • Ability to effec�vely present informa�on and respond to ques�ons from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. • Ability to interpret a variety of instruc�ons furnished in writen, oral, diagram, or schedule form. • Ability to perform basic mathema�cal calcula�ons and measurements. • Ability to read and understand writen technical materials in order to perform produc�on ac�vi�es. • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es. • Ability to solve prac�cal problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situa�ons where only limited standardiza�on exists. • Ability to write direc�ons, rou�ne reports, and provide oral instruc�ons. • Knowledge of basic videography, scrip�ng, edi�ng, audio, and ligh�ng techniques. • Skill in making minor electrical and mechanical repairs. • Skill in opera�ng a variety of specialized electronic and video equipment. • Skill in using computers and applicable so�ware applica�ons (Microso� Office – Word, Excel, Outlook). Updated: March 2024 Supervision No supervision of direct reports. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves 10 pounds, occasionally will lift and/or move 25 pounds, and will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. While performing the du�es of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne par�cles, toxic or caus�c chemicals, and traffic hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather condi�ons, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect s�ngs, and animals. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet unless working outdoors which may be loud. Involves some exposure to stress due to the work environment and/or crisis situa�ons. Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabili�es Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommoda�ons to qualified individuals with disabili�es and encourages both prospec�ve and current employees to discuss poten�al accommoda�ons with the employer. Reviewed/Approved by: Geoff Fruin, City Manager (4/2024) Updated: March 2024 I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Employee Date ________________________________ __________________