Multi-Media Specialist presso Williamson County, TX

About the Department

Reporting directly to the Director of Communications and Media Relations, responsible for the development, design, and management of multi-media projects for Williamson County. Provides assistance to various departments on media production and communication needs.

Position Duties

• Creates and produces multi-media such as videos, photos, and graphics for various county departments
• Coordinates and monitors media projects including planning, scheduling, filming, editing, and distributing of media content
• Provides professional graphic design and drone video/photography services utilizing graphic design and editing software systems
• Creates infographics, motion graphics, logos, banners, and social media graphics and maintains related file libraries
• Distributes media and visual content to various media outlets and platforms for public viewing
• Drafts and develops media concepts and scripts
• Creates brochures, flyers, newsletters, programs, maps, and other printed materials as needed and works with printers to have pieces printed
• Maintains all A/V (audio/visual) equipment including the coordinating of repairs, conducting equipment evaluations, and researching new products and digital software
• Photographs various county facilities and events
• Ensures and monitors county wide compliance of branding standards and logo use
• Collaborates with department leadership on budgetary needs for obtaining new media and A/V equipment
• Creates and compiles weekly, monthly, and annual statistic reports for Public Affairs Office including compiling various reports of media use
• Performs related tasks associated with department court agenda items as needed
• Participates in emergency response and recovery for events such as floods, storms, tornadoes, and other natural and man-made disasters with informational content
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Director of Communications and Media Relations
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves frequent sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, heavy lifting, and operating equipment 
• Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily indoors with occasional work outdoors for events
• Travel between work sites, as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) is required to cover special events and emergencies
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Journalism, Communication, Public Relations, or related field and three (3) years of graphic design, video creation and/or multi-media experience; OR an equal combination of education and experience
• Prior AP style writing and social media content creation experience
• Advanced Premiere Pro, InDesign, After Effects, Photoshop, and Illustrator experience
• Working knowledge of A/V equipment, including video and still cameras, microphones, and live streaming equipment
• Knowledge of print media including design and ordering procedures

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required within thirty (30) days of employment

Other Qualifications

A Williamson County online application (resumes alone are not sufficient) must be received before the position is closed. Positions are open until filled, subject to close at any time after five (5) calendar days. The Human Resources Department is located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626. Phone (512) 943-1533 or visit our website at www.wilcotx.gov/469/Human-Resources.  
 

Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).  If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.

TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.