Multimedia Communications Specialist

Are you a fast-paced content creator looking for variety and flexibility? Join our multimedia communications team to put your video and digital production skills to work! Under the general guidance and direction of the Communications and Marketing Manager, create multimedia stories for cable television and social media. Primary responsibilities include video and still photography, conducting interviews, writing, editing and on-camera reporting.

Help to craft feature stories and government programs that impact the Coon Rapids community.

This position works on average 24-28 hours a week.

Anticipated Hourly Hiring Range: $30.48 - $ 32.23

You must attach a link to your video portfolio or other work in order for your application to be considered.

Essential duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

• Gathers story ideas, writes, edits and proofreads content for a variety of mediums (website, print newsletters, social media, news releases, department publications, etc.).
• Posts information to the City’s communication platforms which include social media sites, websites, and email marketing programs.
• Takes photos of a variety of subject matter including events, which may sometimes include nights or weekends.
• Assist with Communications & Marketing-led events as needed.
• Thorough understanding of Associated Press style.

• Assists in the City’s video productions and development of cable television programming including researching, shooting, writing and editing of programs and appearing on camera as needed delivering the information.
• Assists in creating multimedia presentations for social media, events or other needs.
• Research, shoot, write, and edit unique community stories.
• Demonstrate strong judgment, gathering and verifying accurate information for stories through research, observation and interview.
• Upload video products to the cable channel, social media and You Tube.

• Follows oral and written instructions such as supervisor’s work orders and equipment operation manuals.
• Regular and reliable attendance during scheduled work hours including nights and weekends as necessary.
• Transforms ideas and concepts into finished projects in collaboration with team and supervisor.
• Completes special projects as assigned.
• Maintains positive professional working relationships with all staff levels, other jurisdictions and outside agencies, and the general public.
• Performs essential duties and responsibilities under the working conditions and physical demands described herein.
• Effective and respectful communication and interactions with other employees, supervisors, individuals from other organizations, and citizen customers.
• Performs other related functions as apparent or delegated.

• Requires proven experience in communications, and the production of communications materials.
• Proven experience in video and audio communications, including researching, writing, capturing visual content and editing general assignment stories.
• Ability to deliver cable television reports, demonstrating energy, confidence, professional appearance and voice quality.
• Ability to compile and summarize information into a clear, concise and understandable presentation.
• Ability to work independently and productively to meet deadlines.
• Ability to perform effectively in municipal environment working with City staff and others to accomplish objectives of City.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently with self-motivation and effective time management.
• Flexibility in schedule to work some evenings and weekends.
• Ability to perform duties with tact and discretion.
• Ability to work cooperatively with City personnel, external vendors, and the public.
• Ability to be detail-oriented and follow through with tasks.
• Ability to maintain a team and service-oriented approach to work.
• Must have the ability to accept constructive criticism or discipline in a positive manner, initiating self-development to improve job performance.
• Must strive to promote a cooperative atmosphere in the department and exhibit a positive attitude.
• Maintain and foster a work environment that supports the City's mission and values with a respectful, collaborative and innovative employee culture that promotes employee growth, personal balance and contagious enthusiasm.

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