Public Affairs Videographer
Sfwmd
On-site
United States
Job Description
The Multi-Media Specialist supports the South Florida Water Management District’s Communications and Public Engagement efforts with film and video production, photography, developing and executing graphic designs, multi-media presentations and more for the agency’s public information initiatives. This position creates visual communications to convey messages in an effective and aesthetically pleasing manner.
This position requires a strong eye for documentary style filming and advanced video-editing skills. SFWMD utilizes Sony cameras, GoPro, audio equipment, Mac computers with Final Cut Pro, and the Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects. Animation/graphic design expertise is preferred. SFWMD videos are hosted and distributed on the agency’s website, YouTube channel, Vimeo, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and more. This position will be an integral part of conducting live streams at events such as ribbon cuttings and ground breakings and running Facebook Live from start to finish during major storm events.
Imagine stepping off a helicopter deep in the Everglades to set up the perfect shot of hundreds of wading birds in a restored wetland. Or steadying the camera on the bow of an airboat gliding along the Kissimmee River to showcase restoration efforts.
The successful candidate must be a self-starter and work to coordinate and produce timely and quality videos on deadlines that range from a few days to several months. The position includes plenty of field work, including working in the heat of South Florida’s summers in wilderness environments and some filming from a helicopter, boat, vehicle and on the ground.
In addition, job duties include script writing, maintaining video equipment, researching, and implementing new technology, supporting public records requests, and supporting agency staff with video and photo requests.
Candidates must promote harmony, teamwork and professionalism and build positive working relationships.
* A video portfolio must be submitted upon completing the job application for consideration.
Employment Guidelines:
Typically has a Bachelor’s Degree in Cinematography, Film or Video Production, Digital Arts or associated field and 3+ years of experience that demonstrates measurable career and technical progression that can be applied to the District's strategies, initiatives and programs.
Required Skills:
• Ability to capture quality, 4K video.
• Ability to live stream events.
• Advanced video editing using Apple’s Final Cut Pro.
• Ability to work in a Mac environment.
• Ability to tag videos and photos and make sure the archive stays organized.
• Ability to lift/move/transport heavy video equipment.
• Conducts inventory of all video/photo equipment.
• Maintain photo database on internal website and external websites such as Flickr.
• Experience with flying a drone is preferred.
Licenses / Certifications:
Valid State of Florida Driver's License is required.
Physical Requirements / Working Environment:
Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.
Mostly sedentary in an office environment sitting at a desk and operating a personal computer to produce work products.
This position receives moderate supervision and guidance related largely to overall or key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
Veterans’ Preference:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.
The Multi-Media Specialist supports the South Florida Water Management District’s Communications and Public Engagement efforts with film and video production, photography, developing and executing graphic designs, multi-media presentations and more for the agency’s public information initiatives. This position creates visual communications to convey messages in an effective and aesthetically pleasing manner.
This position requires a strong eye for documentary style filming and advanced video-editing skills. SFWMD utilizes Sony cameras, GoPro, audio equipment, Mac computers with Final Cut Pro, and the Adobe Creative Suite, including After Effects. Animation/graphic design expertise is preferred. SFWMD videos are hosted and distributed on the agency’s website, YouTube channel, Vimeo, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn and more. This position will be an integral part of conducting live streams at events such as ribbon cuttings and ground breakings and running Facebook Live from start to finish during major storm events.
Imagine stepping off a helicopter deep in the Everglades to set up the perfect shot of hundreds of wading birds in a restored wetland. Or steadying the camera on the bow of an airboat gliding along the Kissimmee River to showcase restoration efforts.
The successful candidate must be a self-starter and work to coordinate and produce timely and quality videos on deadlines that range from a few days to several months. The position includes plenty of field work, including working in the heat of South Florida’s summers in wilderness environments and some filming from a helicopter, boat, vehicle and on the ground.
In addition, job duties include script writing, maintaining video equipment, researching, and implementing new technology, supporting public records requests, and supporting agency staff with video and photo requests.
Candidates must promote harmony, teamwork and professionalism and build positive working relationships.
* A video portfolio must be submitted upon completing the job application for consideration.
Employment Guidelines:
Typically has a Bachelor’s Degree in Cinematography, Film or Video Production, Digital Arts or associated field and 3+ years of experience that demonstrates measurable career and technical progression that can be applied to the District's strategies, initiatives and programs.
Required Skills:
• Ability to capture quality, 4K video.
• Ability to live stream events.
• Advanced video editing using Apple’s Final Cut Pro.
• Ability to work in a Mac environment.
• Ability to tag videos and photos and make sure the archive stays organized.
• Ability to lift/move/transport heavy video equipment.
• Conducts inventory of all video/photo equipment.
• Maintain photo database on internal website and external websites such as Flickr.
• Experience with flying a drone is preferred.
Licenses / Certifications:
Valid State of Florida Driver's License is required.
Physical Requirements / Working Environment:
Due to the District's response role and in the total scope of emergency management, this position may at times, be required to provide support before, during and after major storm events and emergency situations, such as hurricanes or other declared emergencies, depending on assigned emergency response role.
Mostly sedentary in an office environment sitting at a desk and operating a personal computer to produce work products.
This position receives moderate supervision and guidance related largely to overall or key objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters.
Veterans’ Preference:
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. All documentation is due by the close of the job posting.