Media Specialist
: Job Details :

Posting Date

09/27/24

Application Deadline

10/11/24

Pay Range

$25.00 - $40.00 hourly Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

County Attorney

About the Position

Are you eager to join a team that values creativity and innovation? In this role, you will be responsible for recording, producing, and editing video, audio, and other digital media products for the County Attorney's Office. You will work directly with the Chief of Strategic Planning and Communications and the Communications Director. The MCAO Communications Team operates in a fast-paced environment, emphasizing collaborative and coordinated efforts to support executive priorities. This position requires creativity, the ability to contribute to team efforts, and a willingness to adapt to the ever-changing needs of the agency.

About Us

We believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. We are proud to deliver high-quality prosecution, comprehensive victims' services, crime prevention programs, and more to the residents of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up for Maricopa County, apply today, and join our team!

Proud to Offer

• Work with a greater purpose
• Tuition reimbursement
• Exceptional work-life balance
• Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
• Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
• Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
• Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
• Employee discounts for goods and services
• Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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We Require

• Three or more years of professional-level experience in audio/visual, journalism, or communications position
• Bachelor's degree in video production, graphic design, broadcasting, journalism, marketing, public relations, criminal justice, or any course of experience closely related to the field of government/criminal justice communications
• A combination of post-secondary education and/or job-related experience may substitute for the minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis

We Also Value

• Bachelor's Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• An abundance of creativity and ability to provide input on and collaborate with the team on ideas and strategies for video and audio broadcast quality elements for social media and for distribution to media outlets, among other uses
• Quality pre-production, audio, and editing skills, with an ability to create graphics to complement video/audio elements in post-production
• Understanding of audio/visual equipment and software products
• Excellent customer service skills

Job Contributions

• Produce videos on behalf of and representing the Maricopa County Attorney's Office for MCAO's website, social cast, and broadcast distribution
• Work closely with members of the Communications team to plan, create and prepare video content for diverse platforms
• Can interface comfortably with an elected leader and can give direction to the leader during photo shoots
• Manage and maintain an up-to-date video library
• Attend County Attorney events and community forums to produce video and audio stories
• Produce subject matter content videos for internal distribution
• Be available to occasionally work after-hours and on weekends
• Be responsive to and comfortable with quick turnarounds and short deadlines

Working Conditions

• Must currently possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona Driver's License at the time of hire

• Must be familiar with and can operate the following equipment: o JVC Camera Model: GY-HC500U Handheld Connected Cam 1 4K Professional Camcorder or similar device o Yolo Box Portable Multi-Camera Live Streaming Device or similar.o Final Cut Pro editing software and the Adobe Premier suite o Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance

• Office setting in high volume, fast-paced environment with frequent stressful situations

• Requires long periods of sitting while completing paperwork and computer activities

• Ability to travel to and from various county locations for meetings and events

• Ability to move up to 20 pounds

Selection Procedure

• Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

• Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

• Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

• Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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