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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMedia Production SpecialistUpdated: August 2025 (Admin Review) CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION Position Title: Media Production Specialist Department: City Manager’s Office Division: Communications Supervisor: Media Production Services Coordinator FLSA: Non-Exempt Civil Service: Yes Pay Grade: 13 Job Number: 1312 Job Summary Under general direction, serves as a video field producer and/or host of audio/visual production projects and performs other media functions and general duties. 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 Communications Office with social media content management and scheduling of public information. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities 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 organizations to produce and distribute video programming to inform the public regarding City and community entities and their activities. • Performs as facilitator and producer of video programming for City Channel 4, internet distribution and/or internal City communications. • Hosts and creates various City multimedia projects, including podcasts, Facebook Live events, and other marketing projects in collaboration with the Communications Office, as well as hosting City Channel 4 original programming. • Performs as host of City Channel originated live and pre-recorded video programming, represents the City in external video communications. • Researches video program topics and conducts interviews with the public and City personnel. • Coordinates and performs video production, including production planning, videography, lighting, set design, script writing, graphics creation, and equipment setup and teardown. • Edits or oversees the editing of video programs and other multi-media productions. • Prepares and distributes promotional materials and press releases, PSAs, etc., about projects and programs on City Channel 4. • Manages the integration of social media as a promotional and/or distribution strategy and aids in the development and use of new technologies, ideas and formats for digital based programming. • Assists supervisor with equipment and production estimates for budget preparation. Updated: August 2025 (Admin Review) • Works with employees in production projects and serves as team leader for on-location and studio-based video production and post-production activities. • Participates in periodic assessment of City Channel 4 and Communications 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 professional manner which demonstrates courtesy and respect for all community members and coworkers. • Performs all other related duties as assigned. Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education 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 satisfactory 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 educational institution and one year of related experience; or five years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in video communications, video production, or related. • Remote Pilot Certificate. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. • Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and measurements. • Ability to read and understand written technical materials in order to perform production activities. • Ability to reliably and predictably carry out duties. • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. • Ability to write directions, routine reports, and provide oral instructions. • Knowledge of basic videography, scripting, editing, audio, and lighting techniques. • Skill in making minor electrical and mechanical repairs. • Skill in operating a variety of specialized electronic and video equipment. • Skill in using computers and applicable software applications (Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook). Updated: August 2025 (Admin Review) 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 duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and traffic hazards. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, 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 situations. Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Reviewed/Approved by: Geoff Fruin, City Manager (4/2024) Updated: August 2025 (Admin Review) 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 ________________________________ __________________