Videographer/Editor

Salary : $60,103.16 – $90,155.00 Annually

Location : Glendale, AZ

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2023-03259

Department: Communications

MUNIS- Org Description: Communications

Opening Date: 06/29/2023

Closing Date: 7/20/2023 12:00 AM Arizona

Hours per Week: 40

Description
About Us:The City of Glendale’s Communications Department includes an Emmy-award-winning media team that shoots and produces an array of content that is posted on our various platforms, including our web page, social media, and our very own Glendale 11 TV station. This talented team serves the City and our citizens, by directing live broadcasts such as our City Council meetings, as well as keeping the public informed on all the happenings in Glendale.
The Role:The Videographer/Editor is responsible for shooting, editing and producing an array of video content as well as directing live broadcasts. This individual will use their talents to create content for internal and external communications, including the city’s website, social media platforms, and Glendale 11 TV Station.

The ideal candidate for this role will be an experienced professional who can shoot and edit their own video. Additionally, this candidate will have the opportunity to let their photojournalist talents flourish, while helping tell the stories of Glendale’s vibrant and growing community. They will also be a key part of assisting with our exciting productions.
Salary:
This position is a Grade 317 with an annual salary between $60,103.16 – $90,155.00.
Benefits:The City of Glendale offers a generous benefits package with competitive rates that become effective the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment. You can review the FY24 Benefits Guide or visit the City of Glendale’s Benefits page for more information. Holiday, Vacation, and Sick Leave:
Regular status position’s offer:

• The City of Glendale observes 10.5 holidays per year, and full-time employees are also granted an additional 16 hours of holiday special leave per calendar year to celebrate their cultural or religious holidays.
• Vacation leave accrues at 5.33 hours per pay period (138 hours per year), and increases to 6.12 hours after 5 years, and to 7.6 hours after 10 years of service.
• Sick leave accrues at 4.4 hours per pay period (114 hours per year).

Retirement:This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

Contribution is mandatory, and the current contribution rate is 12.29%.

Essential Functions

1. Creates engaging content for internal and external communications.
2. Directs and produces quality short or long-form stories, for distribution on the City’s website, social media digital platforms, and the Glendale 11 TV station.
3. Edits video for various projects and stories.
4. Directs live broadcasts such as City Council meetings, planning meetings, and other broadcast engagements.
5. Submits ideas for stories, and participates in the Media Team’s creative process.
6. Assists the media production specialist team with their productions as needed.
7. Works with the city’s broadcast engineer to ensure successful operations of the Glendale Media Center.
8. Coordinates the setup/breakdown of video and lighting systems for studio or remote broadcast productions.

Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements/Success Factors
Minimum Qualifications:
Five years’ experience in all aspects of video production and a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Broadcasting, Reporting, Photojournalism or related field.

Please note: Combinations of education and professional experience may be considered to satisfy the minimum qualifications of the position.

Knowledge of:
Current industry trends, quality standards and best practices
Must have strong writing, producing, shooting and interviewing skills
Principles of digital camera, audio and lighting system operations

Ability to:
Operate city vehicles
Write concise and engaging copy
Work either individually or as part of a team with the goal of creating either short video stories or a longer video show
Keep current with the way people want to receive their information
Ability to also edit stories is highly desirable

Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, is qualifying.

Special Requirements:

• Valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Applicants will be required to undergo drug testing prior to employment and will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing throughout their period of employment in accordance with the City of Glendale Substance Abuse policy.
  Success Factor Classification Level – Foundational:

Success FactorsDefinitionsClassification LevelsPersonal Accountability & IntegrityTakes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and in complying with organizational rules, policies and procedures. Earns others’ trust and respect through consistent honesty and professionalism.Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, ExecutivesTeambuilding & Collaborative RelationshipsInspires and fosters team commitment, spirit, pride and trust; develops cooperative working relationships with others.Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, ExecutivesEffective CommunicationConveys information respectfully, credibly, and effectively.Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, ExecutivesContinuous Learning & DevelopmentAssesses and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; takes initiative in pursuing self-development and learning to expand skills and increase knowledge.Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, ExecutivesCommitment to Service ExcellenceStrives to excel in meeting the needs of both internal and external customers in a fair and equitable manner. Delivers high-quality services with a commitment to continuous improvement.Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, ExecutivesInnovationApplies original thinking in approach to job responsibilities and to improve processes, methods, systems or services.Foundational, Professional/Supervisory, Managerial, Executives
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
Physical Requirements:

• Daily lifting and carrying of heavy equipment of up to 50 pounds.
• Awkward positions are occasionally maintained when operating equipment.
• Must be able to enter, exit, and operate city vehicles.

Working Conditions:

• General office and on-site locations
• Some occasional exposure to adverse weather conditions and electrical hazards

Benefit information is outlined here:

01

I verify that the information I have provided on this application is accurate, and that any answers I provide to the following questions are also reflected in the Work Experience section of my application. I understand that the responses I provide will be verified through the recruitment process and any misstatement of material facts will be grounds for disqualification from further consideration.

• Yes
• No

02

From the list below, please select your level of of post-secondary education in Communications, Journalism, Broadcasting, Reporting, Photojournalism or related field.

• Less than one year
• One or more years
• Associate’s degree
• Three or more years
• Bachelor’s degree
• Five or more years
• Master’s degree or higher
• None of the above

03

How many years of experience do you have editing video?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience
• Between 3 and 4 years of experience
• Between 4 and 5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience
• None of the above

04

How many years of experience do you have directing live broadcasts?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience
• Between 3 and 4 years of experience
• Between 4 and 5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience
• None of the above

05

How many years of Video Journalism experience do you have? (Recording and editing video to tell a complete story.)

• Less than 1 year of experience
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience
• Between 3 and 4 years of experience
• Between 4 and 5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience
• None of the above

06

How many years of experience do you have creating content for web, social media, or TV?

• Less than 1 year of experience
• Between 1 and 2 years of experience
• Between 2 and 3 years of experience
• Between 3 and 4 years of experience
• Between 4 and 5 years of experience
• 5 or more years of experience
• None of the above

Required Question