Video & Production Specialist - Part-Time

Join our exceptional Communications team, where we enhance lives through public service. This is a part-time position and will work approximately 15-19 hours per week. 

This position assists the City's Media Production Specialist in meeting and event video coverage. This is a technically oriented position involving the use of multi-media to produce visual and audio-visual materials and presentations to promote City activities, public information and education. Under the direction of a supervisor, positions in this classification may coordinate the operations of the cable channel, oversee, and direct studio productions, and produce informational videos and programming. Primarily, work involves using cameras and recording equipment, lighting, computer-based graphics, and audio/video post-production.

Equity Statement

The City of Issaquah strives to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the community we serve. We value a variety of perspectives and life experiences and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply. Applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state and local laws. We believe diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to the success of our City operations.  

• Assists in the coordination and production of original programming for public programming and for video projects.
• Operates equipment to record and broadcast Council meetings and other events as needed.
• Photographs or videotapes special events, dedications, and activities.
• Operates and maintains camera equipment and related materials, projectors, screens, lighting, editing and production equipment.
• Performs a wide variety of technical tasks associated with audio-visual productions, including camera work, lighting, sound set-up, set and site preparation, and editing.
• Inventories, documents, and archives audio-visual production and photographic files.
• Provides technical support to staff hosting virtual meetings.

• Some experience using cameras and recording equipment, lighting, computer-based graphics, and audio/video post-production. 
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License with driving record free from frequent or serious violations. A three-year driving record abstract will be required prior to hire. 

• Skill in the operation and maintenance of various types of audio and visual production equipment. 
• Knowledge of multimedia production and related software. 
• Knowledge of technical aspects of computer graphics design and production. 
• Knowledge of audio-visual archiving practices and technologies 
• Skill in video production, post-production and design. 
• Skill and ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal. 
• Knowledge of municipal government policies and procedures preferred. 
• Knowledge of copyright laws is preferred. 
• Ability to pass a criminal background check prior to hire. 

Working Conditions

Work is performed in offices, studio, and off-site environments. May be required to lift of to 50 pounds. May drive a city vehicle. Work is often done during the evening hours or on the weekend.

Salary : $22 - $28