Position Description Working at Harris County Precinct 4: 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.
What you will do for Harris County Precinct 4 (HCP4) The Videographer/Photographer/Editor is responsible for shooting and editing video and photography for projects that support and communicate Harris County Precinct 4's mission and values. The incumbent will work as one or more of the following on most projects: video editor, photo editor, motion graphics artist, teleprompter operator, sound engineer, videographer, and/or photographer. While the primary responsibility is to shoot and edit video and photos for Precinct 4's marketing, communications, and public relations, the Videographer/Photographer/Editor will also work on projects for other divisions and entities as needed. The primary responsibility of this role will be either as editor or as videographer/ photographer as determined by division needs.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. 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 Employer If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email
Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in broadcasting, film or communications or related field from an accredited college or university
Comparable years of experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis
OR Minimum four (4) years of equivalent experience as a Photographer/Videographer/Editor
Additional 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 Information Position Type, Salary and Typical Hours of Work: Regular | Full-time
Work 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 If you need special services or accommodations, please call or email .
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. BENEFITS Harris 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:
