Public Relations Specialist - Photographer/Videographer

Job Description:

Public Relations Specialist - Photographer/Videographer

Description

You will be joining a Department committed to a culture of TEAMWORK to accomplish our goals together, where we deliver excellence through COLLABORATION with partners and stakeholders, embody ACCOUNTABILITY through trust and professionalism, and embrace WORK-LIFE BALANCE by prioritizing respect, boundaries, and time. While working at DHEWD you will be helping to develop the workforce of the future! Join us as we pursue our vision of “Every Missourian empowered with the skills and education needed for success.”

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

§ Shoot and edit photo, audio, and video content to support the department’s internal and external communications needs.

§ Ensure that department equipment is organized, well-maintained, and properly stored when not in use.

§ Collaborate with department members to ensure thorough and accurate coverage of department events and initiatives.

§ Storyboard multimedia concepts for approval.

§ Attend scheduled events during and after work hours to shoot photos and videos.

§ Demonstrate exceptional time and resource management skills to ensure that projects are delivered on deadline.

§ Work closely with internal staff and agency partners to create final, polished products that effectively communicate the department’s brand and story.

§ Coordinate and take headshots for department staff.

§ Perform other related work as assigned.

§ Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance.

COMPETENCIES :

§ Strong written and oral communications skills required.

§ Attention to detail.

§ Strong creative skills.

§ Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.

§ Proficiency in Microsoft Office products required.

§ Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite highly preferred.

§ Photography and video experience required.

§ Proficiency in videography techniques, including camera operation, composition, and lighting.

§ Proficiency in a wide range of photography styles and subjects.

Beneficial education and/or work-related experience includes technical or professional experience in communications, marketing, graphic design, journalism, web design, or a related field.

Must provide a portfolio of no more than 20 images, and a video reel not to exceed 5 minutes.

Lack of a post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.

dhewdhr@dhewd.mo.gov

Salary:

$44,634.24 per Year