Media Production Assistant - Part Time

Job Title Media Production Assistant - Part Time

Department Communications and Marketing

Posting Date September 2, 2026

Closing Date Open Until Filled

Salary $19.69/ Hourly

Exempt/Non-exempt Non-exempt

Status Part time (less than 1499 hours a year)

The Media Production Assistant supports the City's communications efforts by producing high‑quality multimedia content - including photography, video, editing, and live broadcasts - that informs, engages, and represents the St. Charles community. This role is ideal for someone who loves the art of media and has a passion for visual storytelling across multiple platforms.

This position is part-time (not to exceed 1499 hours annually and no benefits).

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Capture high-quality, creative and professional photos and b‑roll for City events, programs, and departments.
• Conduct interviews and put interview subjects at ease to capture great stories and soundbites.
• Shoot, edit, and format short‑form videos optimized for social platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and You Tube.
• Create polished video packages and digital assets for the City's website and other digital channels.

• Set up, operate, and monitor audio/video equipment to support live broadcasts of City Council and board meetings.
• Ensure high‑quality, reliable streaming aligned with transparency and public‑access standards.

• Photograph community events, press conferences, civic initiatives, and City projects for use in print, digital publications, and social media.

• Operate cameras, audio equipment, lighting, and related production technology.
• Coordinate shoots, schedules, and coverage needs with City staff and departments.
• May appear on camera or provide voiceover talent if needed.

• Organize, tag, and archive the City's growing library of digital media, including raw footage, photography, graphics, and b‑roll.

• Offers scheduling flexibility around your availability, but requires a regular mix of evening, weekend, and occasional daytime shifts, to cover city events and public meetings.

• One year of multimedia experience (video, photography and editing) in a professional and/or academic environment.
• Strong organization, good communication, and a willingness to learn.
• Valid Driver's License

• Ability to exert moderate physical effort in sedentary to light work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling
• Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors such as temperature variations or extremes bright/dim light and electrical currents may cause discomfort and poses little risk of injury.
• Must be able to work nights and weekends.
• Hours will be as needed; no guarantee of number of hours per week/month.

The City of Saint Charles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify