Photographer/Videographer/Editor

• Willingness to think outside the box and develop new ways to engage the community through compelling visuals.
• Ability to film and photograph in a range of settings including, but not limited to, community events, press conferences, portraits/headshots, and business meetings.
• Collaborate with communications teams, division leads, and partners to plan video and photoshoots.
• Manage set up and take down of cameras, microphones, lighting, props, and other equipment.
• Produce final visuals which may include graphics, closed captioning, and special effects.
• Support the various visual needs for printed publications.
• Produce content for media pages including preparing background film, also called “B” rolls.
• Keep the photography gallery updated.
• Special projects and tasks assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerIf you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or emailRequirementsEducation:Bachelor’s degree in broadcasting, film or communications or related field from an accredited college or universityComparable years of experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basisORMinimum four (4) years of equivalent experience as a Photographer/Videographer/EditorAdditional Requirements:Demo reel and photography portfolio with examples of work and creative style
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments.
• Ability to utilize project management tools and adhere to tight deadlines.
• Creative thinking with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written verbal, and visual communication skills.
• Knowledge of post-production techniques.
• Physical ability to move and hold recording equipment for long periods.
• Understanding of computer software used for planning, editing, and scripting.
• Knowledge of photography techniques.
• Proficiency with photo editing software and camera equipment.
• Communication skills.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. “See Resume” will not be accepted for qualifications.General InformationPosition Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work:Regular | Full-timeWork Environment and Physical Demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

What You Will Get in Return:
You will be surrounded by team members who bring “heart, hustle, and higher standards” to work each day. These leaders advance opportunity and justice as they deliver services to and advocate for the residents of Harris County. The team you will be joining is innovative, dynamic, and forward-looking.Featured Benefits:Harris County employees receive a competitive salary plus medical, dental, and vision insurance at no cost to the employee after the first two months of full-time continued employment. Vacation, sick-time, and floating holidays allow our employees to recharge and balance work and personal time. Mandatory participation in our retirement program allows employees to save for retirement. Various other benefits and discounts lead to the satisfaction and engagement of our employees.HARRIS COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspxIf you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen.Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.BENEFITSHarris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:

• Medical Coverage
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Wellness Plan
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ten (10) days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service

• Accrual rates increase based on years of service
• Eleven (11) County-observed holidays and one (1) floating holiday
• Professional development opportunities
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account
• 457 Deferred Compensation Plan

The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:

• Retirement Pension (TCDRS)
• Flexible schedule (varies by department)
• Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County’s behalf as needed.For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:01Which of the following best describes your highest level of education completed as it relates to this position?

• High School or GED diploma
• Associate Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree or higher
• None of the above

02If you selected a college degree in response to the previous question, which of the following best describes your major? (Copy of official certificate, diploma and/or transcript must be attached to the application)

• Communications
• Film
• Broadcasting
• Other Related Field
• Unrelated Field
• N/A; No Degree

03Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience as a Photographer/Videographer/Editor? (Note: To be eligible for consideration, relevant experience should be clearly outlined in the employment history section of your application.)

• Less than four (4) years
• Four (4) years or more but less than five (5) years
• Five (5) years or more but less than six (6) years
• Six (6) years or more
• I do not have this experience

04Which of the following describes your level of proficiency using a personal computer and common office software such as MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Please select your level of proficiency based on the following descriptions: Advanced: A person with this level of skills is able to produce very large, complex formal documents that require a table of contents, footnotes, endnotes, bookmarks, and other special elements; a wide range of graphic effects, and use advanced techniques for analyzing and manipulating data. Has full mastery of Macro commands and skills to tie the objects together into a cohesive system by using Macros and Visual Basic for Applications code. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons. Intermediate: A person with this level of skills is able to customize toolbars, import and insert graphs, embed Excel data, and elaborate reports. Understands the concepts of databases and is able to work with charts and to use the list management capabilities of Excel. Able to use complex query techniques, create efficient forms and reports, and create Macros to automate these forms. Makes interactive presentations by using hyperlinks and action buttons. Basic: A person with this level of skills is able to use basic formatting, editing, printing functions, and understands the document page setup. Has the ability to enter and correct data, modify a workbook, format a worksheet, and use printing functions. Understands the different database concepts and structures and is familiar with data validation and is able to create a simple presentation in PowerPoint, run it, and print it. Entry Level: A person with this level of skills has the ability to open, create, save and modify documents in Word, send and receive email in Outlook and create spreadsheets in Excel. Format documents for printing, comfortable using the printer menu to preview documents. Has ability to change the font, the margins, insert or delete pages and use the built-in spellchecker and grammar check.

• Advanced
• Intermediate
• Basic
• Entry Level
• Not proficient

05This position will require you to present a demo reel and photography portfolio with examples of your work and creative style. By selecting ‘Yes,’ you hereby acknowledge and understand the requirements as stated, and confirm that you are able to meet them.

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