Electronic Media Producer Specialist

Electronic Media Producer Specialist

Recruitment #-07142

Part-time, Non-permanent, Represented Position (WFSE)

Anticipated Non-permanent employment is October
- November 2026

Location:
Natural Resources Building
- Olympia, WA

Work hours and telework flexibility may be available and considered

Salary: $4,300.00 - $5,779.00 Monthly

Review of applications is ongoing. We reserve the right to make a hiring decision or close this recruitment at any time after September 2, 2026. It is in your best interest to submit materials as soon as possible.

Want to join something GREAT and make a difference? Are you passionate about scientific communication and education? Do you have expertise in video editing and production? The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has an exciting opportunity within our Youth Education and Outreach Program as an Electronic Media Producer Specialist
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This position will support the development of a curriculum guide to the Teanaway Community Forest – a 50,241-acre landscape at the headwaters of the Yakima Basin watershed just outside of Cle Elum. The curriculum will include short informational videos that correspond to each instructional module. Videos will feature DNR staff and partner organizations working to support the sustainable management of the Teanaway Community Forest.

These videos will support student understanding of the complex management of the Teanaway, introduce career pathways in natural resources, and drive exploration around the collaboration between government agencies, Tribes, non-profits, and industry.

The effort supports DNR's mission in two critical ways: by involving young people in the strategies and decision-making processes we use to protect the health and productivity of Washington's land and waters and by preparing the next generation of natural resource professionals to tackle the challenges in our state's future.

Help us bring the beauty and complexity of the Teanaway into K-12 classrooms!

Develops Videos and Public-Facing Communication Materials: Communicates and coordinates with natural resource professionals working in the Teanaway Community Forest;
Generates questions for filmed interviews about career pathways, natural resources management and collaborative decision making that support accessible content for audiences in grades 6-12;
Films and edits day in the life videos highlighting careers in natural resources;
Films and edits interviews with partner organizations and DNR staff to support students in grades 6-12 to understand land management decision-making;
Films video content highlighting the uniqueness and beauty of the Teanaway Community forest;
Reviews curriculum on the Teanaway Community Forest developed by DNR's Youth Education and Outreach Program and makes recommendations on integration of video content.

Markets and Distributes Curriculum and Videos: Creates graphics highlighting videos produced to support classroom instruction on natural resources management;
Distributes and solicits feedback on informational videos and graphics, to assess the effectiveness of the produced media;
Integrates feedback from DNR staff, community partners, educators and students to improve video clarity, content, and engagement;
Participates in teacher outreach events to introduce curriculum and video content, if available.

You must meet all the Required Qualifications and Competencies to be considered for this position. There are multiple pathways to meet qualifications, such as education, volunteer work, life skills, and experience. Please clearly communicate in your application material that your skills align with the position and qualifications.

• Experience producing and editing professional videos
• Experience with natural resources management

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to fostering and supporting an environment that honors diversity, equity, inclusion, and environmental justice practices.
• Perform assigned duties in a manner consistent with applicable laws, regulations, and public records retention, and ensure requests are followed.
• DNR
  
  Core Competencies:
  • Personal Accountability
  • Value Others
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Inspire Others
  • Commitment to Excellence

• Standard office environment. This position is eligible for telework options with prior approval from their direct supervisor. This position is also eligible for flextime schedule variations with prior approval from their supervisor.
• Non-permanent position will include 1 or 2 days traveling to the Teanaway Community Forest to film additional video content.

These qualifications are not required. However, it can help you stand out as a candidate and should be highlighted in your application material.

• Experience producing environmental educational film content.

Please contact Clare Sobetskiat clare.sobetski.gov or  or email us .

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