Video Production Manager (Hybrid Eligible)

About Us:

Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

What You'll Do:

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office (Communications Special Projects)
Report In Location: 1970 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
Work Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(CURRENTLY HYBRID ELIGIBLE) Will report into the office 3 days a week and telework 2 days a week. (Subject to change)

THIS POSITION IS FOR OHIO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY EMPLOYEES ONLY.

Manages video production activities, develops video projects, advises agency staff on production of video products to announce new programs & services & supervises assigned staff:

• Manages video production activities, develops video projects & consults with clients on video production activities; Consults with design staff to create graphics & animations for productions; Produces video productions, live streams, & podcasts;

• Reviews incoming requests for Audio Visual (A/V) projects & works with VCD & SSM to determine project timelines & required resources & staff; Prioritizes work assignments; Ensures timely delivery of projects & completion of project within allotted budget; Identifies & scout's locations, designs lighting set-ups, oversees audio requirements & obtains necessary model releases;

• Reviews video proofs for quality & completeness prior to customer review; Ensures project objectives are met & State of Ohio & ODPS branding guidelines are followed;

• Advises agency staff (i.e., executive & senior management staff) on production of A/V products & provides technical & creative advice to A/V team; Provides agency clients with recommendations & referrals for services not available in house;

• Develops & implements policy & procedures for A/U unit; Manages digital asset governance policy & works with VCD to review & update the policy as needed; Conducts asset audits to ensure adherence to policy & security; Makes corrections as needed;

• Establish priorities & supervise subordinate personnel (e.g., provide developmental opportunities & work direction, coach staff to foster development, monitor staff activities to ensure quality customer service & information technology security, evaluate performance, approve section staffing levels, recommend discipline, pre-screen applications & participate in interviews).

• Regularly works with ODPS Communications team to ensure department's YouTube pages are up-to-date, relevant (remove old or outdated videos), & easy to navigate (by topics/division, use of playlists, etc.);

• Monitors, analyzes, & reports on video analytics, including making suggestions about what works or doesn't;

• Maintains A/V equipment inventory & manages maintenance replacement/repair schedule; Works with Support Section Manager to approve A/V purchasing, service, & software requests;

-Serves as the leader of Visual Communications Unit - Digital Asset Management (DAM) Team & manages digital assets in Brandfolder; Organizes the media library using consistent naming conventions, sets up metadata standards, utilizes analytics, sets up integration & automation, & executes regular & routine maintenance procedures;

• Monitors & researches new & emerging trends & technology by joining relevant communities, attending training & conferences, experimenting with tools, & evaluating impacts;

• Attends meetings with or on behalf of Visual Communications Director & acts on their behalf as needed;

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

KNOWLEDGE: Budgeting; Inventory Control; Management; Employee Development; Supervision; Public Relations; Human Relations; Office Practices & Procedures communications; Agency Policies & Procedures ODPS; Interviewing; Humanities video production, cinematography and visual communications; Electronic Data Processing Adobe Photoshop, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Creative Cloud.

SKILL: Word Processing Microsoft Office; Equipment Operations operation & maintenance of video production equipment; general office equipment.

ABILITY: interpret variety of instructions in written, oral, picture or schedule form; practical field of study (e.g., engineering, business administration); define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; interpret extensive variety of technical material in books, journals & manuals; deal with many variables & determine specific action (e.g., research, production); understand manuals & verbal instructions, technical in nature; prepare meaningful, concise & accurate reports; use proper research methods in gathering data; prepare & deliver speeches before specialized audiences & general public; originate &/or edit articles for publication; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; cooperate with co-workers on group projects; establish friendly atmosphere as supervisor of work unit.

(*) Developed after employment.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposed to high voltage area; requires travel.

• This position may be filled by lay-off or certification eligibility list if applicable
• This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). Whoever fills this position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.

• A background check, tax check, and BCI fingerprint check may be required on all selected applicants
• A comparative analysis and/or drug test may be a requirement of the hiring process