Communications Specialist II – Video Visualization

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Job Title

Communications Specialist II – Video Visualization

Job Type

Full-Time

Category

Communications, Public Affairs, & Marketing

Location

NCTCOG - ARLINGTON, TX 76005 US (Primary)

Travel

Job Description

Are you looking to join an award-winning organization with a culture built on innovation and public service? The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is the Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) for the Dallas-Fort Worth region, which is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States.

The Transportation Department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments is seeking a Communications Specialist to support its Digital Productions and Social Media program area. The individual in this position will assist with creating videos and content that explain complex transportation projects, develop 3D visualization elements, and create content with a social-first strategy. The ideal candidate should have the ability to blend original video content with creative 3D elements that help tell the story of transportation in the Dallas-Fort Worth region.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Creating 3D animation and transportation-related visualization concepts for the Transportation Department
• Supporting the Transportation Department’s creative photoshoots, video production, script writing, outline development, camera operation, video and photography logistical coordination/scheduling and video editing
• Developing attention-grabbing, short-form video content related to transportation and air quality initiatives
• Supporting the management and creation of creative content on the department’s social media channels
• Contributing to the development of other creative elements such as air quality and transportation communications pieces, plans, graphics, and social media
• Serving as a representative of the Transportation Department while in the field, at events, or attending meetings
• Providing customer service to the general public, partners, and stakeholders
• Preparing and delivering oral presentations

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Proficient with Adobe Premiere Pro
• Familiar with Adobe After Effects, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Good technical understanding of animation/visualization platforms such as Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, or Unreal Engine
• Good understanding of DSLR or professional camera platform
• Good understanding of different social media platforms and the benefits of each
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Detail oriented, highly organized, with an ability to manage multiple assignments/tasks and work well in a deadline-driven environment without diminishing the quality of work
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment

Required Experience:

• Work requires broad knowledge in a general professional or technical field, which is normally acquired through four years of college resulting in a Bachelor’s degree (i.e., communications, film/TV/digital media, journalism, or a related field)
• Over one year of work-related experience

Starting Salary Range

Minimum of $57,065.00 - $68,478.00 annually

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is a voluntary association of, by and for local governments and was established to assist in planning for common needs, cooperating for mutual benefit and coordinating for sound regional development. NCTCOG's purpose is to strengthen both the individual and collective power of local governments and to help them recognize regional opportunities, eliminate unnecessary duplication and make joint decisions.

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