Multimedia Producer- Communications Specialist

Position: Multimedia Producer- Communications Specialist 3
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* Working Title:

Multimedia Producer*
* ** Job Class:
Communications Specialist 3*
* ** Agency:
Transportation Dept*
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** Job ** : 97659

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** Location** :
St. Paul

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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes

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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time

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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited

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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers

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** Date Posted** : 10/10/2026

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** Closing Date** : 10/19/2026

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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE

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** Division/Unit** :
Communications / Communications and Engagement

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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Days

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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday

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** Travel Required** :
Occasional

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** Salary Range:**  $32.97 - $48.60 / hourly; $68,841 - $101,476 / annually

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** Classified Status** :
Classified

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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt

+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes

** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

The Multimedia Producer is the lead photographer, videographer and multimedia content producer for MnDOT. The primary role is to collect professional level content that highlights MnDOT's role in making Minnesota the best state to visit, live, work and do business. They are also the lead in-house editor executing deliverables that support paid marketing and support editing of digital-ready content. They are the key lead in internal photography collection, editing, organization and publishing.

This position will also be responsible for all aspects of video production, including pre-production development, planning, filming, sourcing, coordinating releases and licensure, as well as post-production duties like editing, audio mixing, and color correction.

The position leads the agency's video and photo asset management processes and will utilize a thorough understanding of assets available to make recommendations for photo and video inclusions across MnDOT channels. The Multimedia Producer supports all units of MnDOT, including but not limited to social media strategy, digital strategy and statewide communications strategy. The position reports to the Communications and Public Engagement Deputy Director and develops content to support social media, district construction and other topics as assigned.

MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for visas or Optional Practical Exam for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

** Minimum Qualifications*
* Two years of advanced professional experience in the areas noted below:

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A bachelor's or master's degree in journalism, video journalism or photography will substitute for six months of advanced professional experience.

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Experience with photo and video journalism space or in multimedia storytelling sufficient to develop, plan, implement and lead production plans;

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Experience with video filming, editing software expertise, such as:
Adobe Premiere…