Multimedia Assistant

This recruitment will remain open until the vacancy is filled and may close without notice. Applications will be reviewed weekly.

Under the general supervision of the Multimedia Manager and the technical direction of the Digital Media Producer, provides production support for the City's multimedia, digital media, and broadcast television operations. The incumbent assists with the production, editing, and distribution of multimedia content across Carson City TV (public access channels) and the City's social media platforms, and other digital communication channels. Responsibilities include assisting with video production, photography, graphic design, live and recorded event coverage, social media content creation, post-production editing, and the operation of multimedia production equipment.

This position performs a variety of creative and technical tasks in support of the City's communications, marketing, and public information initiatives while developing progressively responsible experience in multimedia production.

The schedule varies and may include mornings, evenings, and weekends. Shifts are generally up to 6 hours per day, Monday through Saturday, with total hours not to exceed 18 per week. Hours may change based on operational needs, and schedule flexibility is desired.

This position is a part‑time/temporary that is limited to a maximum of 960 hours per fiscal year. Part‑time employees are not typically eligible for benefits; however, they may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions.

These functions are representative and may not be present in all positions in the class. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind related duties and work assignments.

• Assists with filming and operation set up for Multimedia content across all platforms.
• Assists with researching creative concepts, production techniques, and digital media trends.
• Assists with editing videos, graphics and audio content for Multimedia content across all platforms.
• Assists with organizing and maintaining digital media assets, video libraries, production files, and project archives.
• Assists with uploading and publishing content to social media platforms, You Tube, and City TV.
• Assists with maintaining production equipment and reports equipment maintenance or repair needs.
• Supports live productions and television.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Associate's degree or higher in Multimedia, Film, Television, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field or,
• One (1) or more years of Digital media and/or Television production work experience (commercial, corporate, educational or cable television) or a closely related field.

* Proof of education must be attached to your application at the time of submission

• Basic principles of video production, photography, and digital storytelling, video editing techniques and multimedia workflows.
• Knowledge of professional cameras, audio equipment, lighting, and production accessories.
• Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects.
• File management and digital asset organization.
• Customer service and effective communication practices.

• Operate professional video and photography equipment.
• Basic skills for editing video and audio using professional editing software.
• Design graphics for broadcast, and digital platforms.
• Follow creative direction while producing high-quality multimedia content.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Maintain organized production files and equipment inventories.
• Provide…