Videographer, Office of the Mayor Up to October 24, 2029
The Mayor’s Office is hiring a videographer to plan, shoot, and edit compelling long‑form and short‑form video content that tells Edmonton’s story, supports public communications, and performs strongly across social platforms.
The successful candidate understands storytelling, the importance of brand, social media platform needs and trends, and can deliver high‑quality work independently in a fast‑paced political/municipal environment.
What will you do?
- Produce end‑to‑end video projects:
- Concepting, pre‑production, shooting, directing, editing, audio mixing, captions/subtitles, and delivery
- Rapidly capture and edit timely content during events, meetings, site visits, and media opportunities
- Ensure accessibility and compliance (captioning, branding, Protection of Privacy Act/municipal guidelines, consent for filming)
- Maintain organized file structures and deliver content in required formats and timelines
- Working with the communications and outreach team create a mix of long‑form videos (documentary‑style profiles, community profiles, explainer videos) and short‑form content for social media including speeches, event coverage and optimized for platform and audience
:
- Training and/or education in professional videography/production
- A minimum of three years experience in professional videography/production
Assets:
- Experience working in government, political offices, or public affairs
- Experience with live streaming and multicamera events
- Photography skills and ability to produce still assets for social media
- Experience managing contractors or external production partners
- Some experience with graphic design
Skills required for success:
- Technical Expertise:
- Experience and knowledge using video, photography and audio equipment and editing software
- Strong knowledge of video production and post-production workflows, including color grading, sound design and visual effects
- Expert camera and lighting skills and strong audio capture and mixing experience; maintain gear and media assets
- Advanced computer skills and familiarity with Google applications, including Docs, Sheets, and Slides
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of photo editing and graphic illustration software including Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
- Excellent storytelling and visual composition skills; strong sense of pacing for different formats
- Confident with interviewing subjects and the ability to gain their trust quickly to help them feel comfortable in an interview setting; the willingness to listen, learn and lead with empathy
- Exceptionally strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across all levels of the Corporation and with key interest holders
- Adaptability to working in dynamic and ambiguous situations
- Organizational Abilities:
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to plan and prioritize work independently in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and competing deadlines
- Digital Content and Strategy:
- Demonstrated ability to write clear, clean and compelling copy including video scripts, speaking points and social media content
- Understanding of how digital content is shared and amplified through social media platforms and the ability to help others understand this including native features, aspect ratios, length constraints, captioning and optimization strategies
- Knowledge of best practices and relevant trends in social media in order to find new and innovative ways of connecting our audiences
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
- Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation, and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:
- Candidates are asked to provide a portfolio demonstrating both long‑form and short‑form work with measurable social performance
- Candidates are required to hold a valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) or higher. Candidates will be required to arrange their own transportation and, where appropriate, will be reimbursed in accordance with City of Edmonton policy. This may require the candidate to obtain business-use auto insurance
Work Environment:
- Note: This position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement with the flexibility to work from both home and the worksite
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits
Up to 1 temporary full-time position up to October 24, 2029
Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week; this role will occasionally work flexible hours, evenings or weekends for events and travel within the region
Salary Range: $38.232 – $48.063 (Hourly); $67,355.23 – $84,674.99 (Annually)
Recruitment Consultant: SM / SB
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
Classification Title: Public Info Officer I – OOS
: Feb 22, 2026 11:59:00 PM (MST)
: 1 – Project Term (Up to 36 months) Full-time
Union : Out of Scope
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City Hall, 3rd Floor, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square
Edmonton T5J 2R7
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