Video Producer

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Posting Number
4121P

Position Title
Video Producer

Department
City Manager

Job Code
09932

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Union Code/Affiliation
Unrepresented

Division
CREATIVE SERVICES AND MARKETING

Job Description Summary

The purpose of this job is to document and produce informational, educational, promotional, and multimedia projects for the city of Columbia.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

• Writes, produces, shoots, and edits video stories to promote city programs, activities, and events.
• Develops relationships with city employees and individuals within the community to develop story ideas and update production calendar.
• Utilizes video production skills including directing, producing, script writing, editing, recording, or multi-camera livestreaming public meetings.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others.

Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction

• Work requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of information.
• Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.

Fiscal Responsibility

• Position has no fiscal responsibility.

Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Film Production, Journalism, or related field.
• 3 to 5 years' experience in video editing or related field.

Licenses or Certifications

• Valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

• Adobe Premiere software.
• Audio/visual equipment.
• troubleshooting equipment.
• Video graphics

Skill in:

• Conducting non-linear editing.
• Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Filming, lighting, and scene composition.
• Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
• Applying active listening and asking questions for understanding.

Ability to:

• Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
• Create and present reports.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Communicate complex ideas effectively both orally and in writing.
• Provide high levels of effective customer service.
• Work independently.
• Regularly use a computer, software, phone and related office equipment.
• Focus on tasks.

Work Environment - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job

Work Environment:

Office or similar indoor environment - Frequently or Often
Outdoor environment - Sometimes
Street environment (near moving traffic) - Sometimes
Construction site - Sometimes
Vehicle - Sometimes

Exposures:

Individuals who are hostile or irate - Sometimes
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) - Sometimes
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) - Sometimes
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) - Sometimes

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• This position involves occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and outside work.
• Incumbents may be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
• Incumbent required to grasp, push, drive, reach with hands/arms, stoop/crouch, and climb/balance.
• Incumbent must have clarity of vision and three-dimensional vision to expertly shoot video.

Hours/Days

General hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Evenings and weekends as needed for public meetings and special events.

Starting Salary
$20.95/hr (minimum) to $25.77/hr (midpoint); commensurate with Training and Experience

Pay Grade
106

Number of Positions Available
1

Deadline to Apply
02/26/2026

Open Until Filled
No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Notice to Applicants

Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)

TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING

The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program