Video Design Specialist

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As a Video Design Specialist, you will work within the Customer Service and Communications Business Unit to provide creative video consulting, design, filming, editing, and production services for the Calgary Fire Department (CFD). You will consult with clients, contribute to script development, create concepts and storyboards, and utilize your strong technical abilities to operate video and audio recording devices. Primary duties include:

- Work with the communications team and clients to produce, shoot, and edit video projects that meet the business needs of the Calgary Fire Department.
- Consult on the technical aspects of video production and work with clients to find creative video solutions to communications challenges.
- Provide cost breakdown and timelines for video filming and editing on a project-by-project basis.
- Set up multi-camera productions for local record, broadcast or live stream.
- Work with the City's preferred vendor to provide audio-visual systems for events.
- Maintain and archive project files.

**Qualifications**
- A completed 2 year diploma in Broadcasting, Film Studies or a related field with at least 3 years of experience in a visual communications environment; OR
- A degree in Broadcasting, Film Studies, or a related field and at least 1 year of experience as noted above.
- Experience with video production (lighting, camera operation, audio, and non-linear editing), client relations, finance, and vendor relations are required.
- A valid Class 5 Driver's License (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits, and no current suspensions or charges pending.
- Experience in photography and social media video content creation is a strong asset.
- You have demonstrated communication, visual and creative skills.
- Success in this position requires strong organizational skills and ability to provide quality customer service while still meeting timelines and budgets.
- Ability to obtain a City of Calgary operator's permit.

**Working Conditions**:Office environment with travel to various shooting locations. The position requires participation in frequent tech set ups and may require lifting up to 60 lbs.**Pre-employment Requirements**
- A security clearance will be conducted.
- Applicants must include a link to their creative portfolio with their resume.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

**Pre-employment Drug Test**: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Customer Service & Communications

Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 5705 23 Avenue SE

Compensation: Pay Grade 10 $42.62 - 56.97 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Job ID #: 311647