Visual Content Creator Atlanta, Georgia in Atlanta, GA

Title:

Visual Content Creator

Location:

Atlanta, GA, United States

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Job Description

Salary Range: $55,000 - 80,0000 annually (Commensurable based on experience)

The Visual Content Creator is responsible for producing and editing high-quality video content as the primary function, using professional video production and editing technology, while also capturing photography and supporting graphic design projects for the Atlanta City Council.

This role ensures compelling video and visual storytelling for Council initiatives, meetings, and community engagement efforts. Work involves independent judgment, technical expertise, creative discretion, and collaboration with the Communications Director and staff.

Supervision Received

Direction received is general, with creative discretion over production approach. Position plans own shoot and edit schedules, collaborating with the Communications Director, Council Chief of Staff, Council members, and Council staff. Work is performed under the general direction of the Communications Director.

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Plan, shoot, and produce professional video content for Council meetings, events, press conferences, and community activities, including multi-camera and single-camera setups.
• Operate broadcast-quality cameras, gimbals, drones (as certified), and audio recording equipment to capture footage that meets Council production standards.
• Set up and manage lighting, audio, and live streaming equipment for Council meetings and public events.
• Maintain an organized, searchable archive of raw and finished video and photo assets, including proper file naming, tagging, and storage/backup protocols.

• Edit video content using professional non-linear editing (NLE) software to produce polished, publish-ready videos for social media, the Council website, and broadcast.
• Apply advanced post-production techniques, including multi-track audio mixing and sound design, color correction and grading, motion graphics, and visual effects.
• Manage video codecs, formats, and export settings to ensure content is optimized and technically compliant for each distribution platform (web, social, broadcast).
• Edit photographs and create graphics and layouts for digital and print collateral, secondary to video production priorities.

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot cameras, lenses, lighting gear, audio equipment, live streaming hardware, and video editing workstations.
• Manage digital asset storage systems, editing software licenses, and file backup infrastructure to protect and organize video and photo libraries.
• Stay current on video production and editing technology, evaluate equipment and software needs, and recommend upgrades to improve production quality and efficiency.
• Manage projects requiring external vendors for additional video production, live streaming, or technical services.

• Work closely with Communications staff to produce video‑first visual content alignedtothe
  
  Council branding and messaging.
• Identify opportunities to enhance social media and web platforms through video and visual content.
• Coordinate with internal divisions to stay informed on events and initiatives requiring video coverage.

• Direct talent and manage shoot logistics during video and photo productions.
• Ensure strict technical and creative quality control to maintain the Council’s visual and video identity.
• Uphold photojournalistic and video journalistic ethics and integrity.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Advanced proficiency in professional non-linear video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects) and video production technology.
• Expertise in videography…