Job Description
Creative Media Producer Tennessee Department of State
Division of Communications Mission: The mission of the Office of the Secretary of State is to exceed the expectations of our customers, the taxpayers, by operating at the highest levels of accuracy, cost-effectiveness, and accountability in a customer-centered environment.
Supervisor : Director of Communications
Summary: The employee in this position is responsible for photographing, filming, editing, and delivering multi-media graphic/video content for both internal and external customers in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Duties/Responsibilities: - Consults with internal stakeholders to determine media production needs: advise appropriately regarding various aspects of development and design and use of media presentation
- Develops project goals, objectives, and timetables for production and post-production
- Partners with the communications team, customers, and management to create and edit scripts and storyboards while determining the appropriateness of the intended use and audience
- Manages all phases of production by editing video and photo projects while maintaining overall brand identity and image
- Transports, sets up and operates various production equipment (e.g., cameras, audio and video recorders, lighting equipment, props, and microphones) for location and studio production
- Edits and assembles final visual/audio program material; ensures consistency and relevancy to production; monitors the technical quality of end product
- Translates audio, video, graphics, and digital animation, and other digital media content into various distributable formats
- Researches, acquires, and maintains audio and visual equipment and software tests all equipment to determine the technical quality of the recording, audio, and lighting equipment prior to operation in the field; operates and maintains proper audio/video levels and calibration of cameras, audio and video equipment, and other production equipment
- Ability to conduct on-camera interviews: research interviewee and relevant content, prepares and directs on-camera and voice talent
- Keeps abreast of current and new products, applications, systems, and software needed for media production
- Verifies that all content produced follows copyright laws and meets ADA compliance
- ​Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: - Graduation from an accredited college or university, preferably with a bachelor's degree in Video and Film Production, Media Studies, Visual Arts, or related fields
- Experience in digital media production, video communication, broadcasting, Radio/TV or operating video and photographic cameras and editing software
Knowledge and Abilities :
- Ability to deal tactfully with internal and external customers, to exercise sound judgment in decision making to express ideas clearly, concisely, and convincingly, and maintain adequate documentation of work performed
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage several projects simultaneously, support team members, and track complex tasks across multiple stakeholders
- Strong written and verbal communicator, with great attention to detail and ability to meet time-sensitive deadlines
- Ability to think creatively in approaching problem-solving
- Demonstrated ability to plan effectively, flexibility to handle the unexpected, and to move with a sense of urgency
- Must have and maintain a valid driver's license and be willing and able to travel independently throughout the state, including overnight travel
Job Tags
Full time, Night shift,