Description
The Port of San Diego is currently going through a class and compensation study. The job title and job duties are subject to change.
The Port of San Diego is seeking a Videographer to join the Marketing & Communications team. Under the direction of the Creative Brand Manager, the videographer will assist the in-house creative team with the creation of branded videos in support of marketing and branding initiatives. These projects include fully produced promotional videos and television ads, social media shorts, event recaps, and b-roll packages, while also occasionally assisting external video production agencies on larger projects.
The ideal candidate is highly creative and possesses the technical skills to operate all aspects of video pre-production, production, and post-production, which includes scriptwriting and storyboarding, the operation of cameras, audio and lighting equipment as well as Adobe video editing software (Premiere, After Effects, etc.).
For consideration, a strong video portfolio and/or showreel showcasing your video production skills is required with your application.
GENERAL PURPOSE
The purpose of positions in this classification is to provide a variety of professional and technical support services for the San Diego Unified Port District (District)'s public relations program using visual and audio techniques, including coordination of technical public information programming, graphics design and layout, web site development and design, video production, technical research, and social media. The Multi-Media Specialist will assist with a variety of routine to complex duties to support the marketing and communications department's goals and objectives. The main focus of this position is the development of quality creative content for use in a variety of digital and print platforms. In addition to a broad multi-media skillset, incumbents will be well versed in at least three of the following specialty areas: social media management; website content development via a content management system (coding ability is not required); graphic design (Adobe Creative Suite); video filming, editing and production; photography and photo editing. The position requires high-level content development skills, including an ability to grasp complex topics and translate the information for various digital audiences.
The work typically is performed under the direction of the Marketing & Communications Manager or a department manager.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey level professional classification. Positions at this level perform a full range of complex analytical/technical tasks and work under general direction within a framework of established procedures. Work requires high-level content development skills, including an ability to grasp complex topics and translate the information for various digital audiences as well as creativity and resourcefulness to accomplish goals and objectives. Incumbents possess technical and functional expertise in multi-media production and graphics/web site design, and must have strong organizational skills and demonstrated coordination ability to deliver content effectively in a fast-paced environment. Incumbents exercise independent judgment in the performance of their duties. Work is normally reviewed upon completion and for overall results. Technical leadership and/or supervision may be provided to working groups, volunteers and contractors, however, supervisory responsibilities are ancillary to the main intent and focus of the position. Ability to interact effectively with elected and appointed officials, District staff, community representatives and the media is required.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
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.
- Operates sophisticated computer programs such as Adobe Creative Suite to design, layout and illustrate a variety of materials such as flyers, newsletters, brochures, posters, maps, graphs, reports and marketing/promotional materials. Creates or revises specifications for camera-ready copy.
- Advises and assists in the selection of the media to be used for visual presentations, including video, photography, graphics, type style and size, ink color, paper stock.
- Produces and directs video productions, including script writing, editing, lighting, audio, voice-overs, and format design. May produce and broadcast meetings, seminars and workshops.
- Provides technical direction for cable broadcasts of public meetings and special events. May set up, coordinate and operate audio visual, lighting and sound equipment for community and special events.
- Coordinates electronic information needs for the District including the content and design of the District's website and production of multi-media presentations. Trains and supports content contributors and users of the website.
- Promotes District services through the website and social media platforms. Creates and edits hypertext. Develops and updates content, and provides quality checks for optimum usage. Monitors site for acceptable performance and user accessibility. Optimizes web architecture for navigability. Monitors social traffic.
- Performs technical research for newsletter stories, feature articles and other public information materials. Provides technical writing and editorial support as requested for special projects, newsletters, presentations and reports.
- Takes photographs of District events and programs. Designs photograph and slide presentations.
- Organizes and maintains video, photography and slide library and records of public information activities. Monitors and maintains supplies and equipment inventories.
Other Duties
- Uses a computer to perform job related tasks, input and maintain records, and/or conduct research as needed.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
Knowledge of:
- Basic knowledge of audio/video mechanics and low voltage electrical systems, including wires, connections, inputs, outputs, source types, capacities, and conversions.
- Principles and applications of cameras; knowledge of video equipment, including projectors, controllers, switchers, mixers, computers, microphones, digital amplifies, scale converters, and others.
- The use of computer operating systems to create, design, and produce a variety of media-related materials.
- Principles and practices of effective graphic design, writing, photography, video and marketing and communications.
- Effective business communications and appropriate use of AP-style writing.
Ability To
- Analyze data and information using established criteria, in order to determine consequences and to identify and select alternatives.
- Ability to classify, compute and tabulate data and information.
- Ability to compare, count, differentiate, measure and/or sort data, as well as assemble, copy, record and transcribe data and information.
- Persuade, convince and/or train others, including the ability to act in a lead worker capacity. Ability to advise and interpret on how to apply policies, procedures and standards to specific situations.
- Utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information, such as regulations, maps, reports, technical operating instructions, promotional materials, press releases, newspaper clippings, scripts, and general correspondence.
- Communicate effectively, orally, electronically, graphically and in writing, with department personnel, vendor representatives, contractors, media representatives, elected and appointed officials, technical crews, broadcast professionals, business representatives, consultants and the general public.
- Use functional reasoning and apply rational judgment in performing diversified work activities.
- Exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory and/or judgmental criteria.
- Plan, organize and schedule work independently and maintain work effectiveness with frequent changes in workload and priority of assignments, and under pressure of deadlines.
- Use a computer and related software to input, query and maintain data.
Minimum Requirements
Education, Training and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, graphic design, or related field and five years increasingly responsible experience in public relations, computerized graphic illustration, or multi-media production/broadcasting, including knowledge of website development applications and protocols, or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A current, valid California Class C driver's license at time of appointment and maintained at all times thereafter in order to operate a vehicle on District business.
Recruitment Information
The application review process will include screening to ensure applications are complete and meet all minimum qualifications. In addition to the application, the applicant is required to complete the Supplemental Questions to further evaluate their education, training, and experience relative to the required knowledge, skills and abilities for the position. Applicants must submit answers that are as complete as possible. Applicants must also submit proof of a degree and a portfolio at the time of application. The portfolio must be attached to the application in the attachments section of the application. Applicants wishing to submit a link to a portfolio can do so by including the link in a Word document and attaching the Word document to the attachments section of their application. Any applications missing a portfolio will not move forward in the recruitment process.
Only qualified applicants who pass the minimum qualifications review, will be invited to the assessment process which may be administered by a written examination, panel interview, or any combination of qualifications appraisal determined by the Department of People Services to be appropriate. The Department of People Services will make reasonable accommodation in the examination process for disabled applicants. If you have an accommodation request, please indicate such on your application.
Depending upon the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications, applicants may be scheduled for one or more of the assessments listed below. Passing score is 70% out of 100% on each assessment section.
THE INITIAL ASSESSMENT (60%) AND APPRAISAL PANEL (40%) ARE TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2024 AND THURSDAY DECEMBER 12, 2024.
To move forward in the application process, you must complete an online application through our website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/portofsd Please attach a copy of your unofficial transcripts (indicating when degree was awarded) to your application or your application may be considered incomplete. Resumes may be uploaded but cannot be used in place of a completed application.
Placement On Eligible List
The Department of People Services may limit the number of qualified applicants eligible to participate in the assessment process. Candidates who are successful in all phases of the assessment process will be placed on an eligible list. The eligible list established by this recruitment will be active for a minimum of ninety (90) days or up to one (1) year, unless otherwise determined by the Director pursuant to Rule 8, Section 4.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The District firmly believes in, and is committed to, the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination. It is the policy of the District to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to age (40 and above), ancestry, color, disability (mental or physical), gender (including identity, appearance, or behavior, whether or not that identity, appearance, or behavior is different from that traditionally associated with the person's sex at birth), marital status, medical condition, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation.
Resolution #: 2015 - 79
Dated: June 11, 2015
