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City of Georgetown
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Multi-media Specialist
FLSA Category: Exempt Effective Date: 04/01/2015
SUMMARY: Develops multimedia communication messages to support programs and initiatives of City departments,
events, and programs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of
the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties
performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable
accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is
subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to,
the following:
Develops digital video and other multimedia messages working with the Public Communications Manager to
support City department goals, programs, and events, and City-wide initiatives.
Produces digital video and multimedia messages including script-writing, story boarding, field production, video
recording, editing, graphic elements, and distributing content through City channels (such as YouTube and
Facebook) and via commercial broadcast media.
Purchases and maintains video cameras, audio and lighting equipment, editing software, computers, and other
production equipment; researches new software and equipment for digital video production; manages budget and
PEG fund for cable operations.
Directs the operations of GTV/channel 10 including content production, scheduling, and equipment
research/budgeting.
Coordinates with Webmaster, City Secretary and Swagit on the recording and replay of City Council meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, training and Experience Guidelines
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in communication, broadcast
journalism, radio-TV-film, or related field. Three years of experience in communication, broadcast journalism, radio-TV-
film. OR Any combination of experience, education and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and
abilities.
Knowledge of:
Journalistic standards for visual and written communication.
Multimedia and video production and visual storytelling.
New and emerging trends in communication media and technology.
Skill in:
Creating multimedia narratives and messages using digital video programs and equipment.
Using professional-grade digital video cameras, audio equipment, lighting equipment, and video editing software
such as Adobe Premier Pro or Final Cut Pro, as well as other programs such as After Effects, Audition, and
Illustrator.
Writing scripts, reports, advertisements, and other forms of written communication.
Using programs such as Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint to create reports, budgets, and other documents.
Communicating effectively with others, in writing and face-to-face interaction.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees, vendors, and the public.
Working effectively and efficiently without direct supervision.
Reading and comprehending City policies, budgets, goals, and programs.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Valid Class C Texas driver’s license
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching,
crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls.
Occasional exposure to weather extremes. Presence at outdoor events, fires, floods, and hazardous situations while
producing video for City departments.