Senior Visual Media Specialist

Company Description

A best-in-class city that attracts best-in-class talent, Philadelphia is an incredible place to build a career. From our thriving arts scene and rich history to our culture of passion and grit, there are countless reasons to love living and working here. With a workforce of over 30,000 people, and more than 1,000 different job categories, the City of Philadelphia offers boundless opportunities to make an impact. 
As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What We Offer:
Impact - The work you do here matters to millions. 
Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it? 
Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
Benefits - We care about your well being.

The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia’s businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city’s technology assets and the return on the city’s technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency.

Job Description

As the nation’s 5th largest city, we are offering a unique opportunity to work with a specialized team of creative individuals responsible for delivering innovative design concepts for over 40+ departments within the City of Philadelphia.  While working directly with the Mayor’s Office of Communication, the Web & Creative Services Group generates over 300+ print concepts, digital advertisements and video productions annually, ranging from promotional flyers, brochures, annual reports, front-end website design concepts, application UX/UI designs, social media graphics, digital signage, live action videos, vector animations, script writing, video editing and pre- and post-production video work.

We are seeking a Senior Visual Media Specialist to lead video production, storytelling, and animation as part of our dynamic Creative Services Team. This role requires an experienced visual media professional with a strong background in filmmaking, post-production, and motion graphics, leveraging industry-standard tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in using Sony a7S III cameras, ensuring top-tier cinematography and visual storytelling across various projects.

As a senior team member, this role will provide leadership and mentorship to other Visual Media Specialists, fostering a collaborative and creative environment. The Creative Services Team delivers high-quality print, digital, and video production services, requiring cross-functional teamwork to develop cohesive visual content that aligns with the organization's mission and goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Provide creative direction and technical expertise to Visual Media Specialists, ensuring consistency and excellence across all video and motion projects.
• Collaborate closely with designers, writers, photographers, and other creative professionals to develop integrated print, digital, and video campaigns.
• Act as a key stakeholder in planning and strategy sessions for visual storytelling, ensuring alignment with branding and communication goals.
• Mentor and support team members by sharing best practices, improving workflows, and fostering innovation in video production techniques.

Video Production & Cinematography

• Lead the production of high-quality video content, including interviews, documentaries, promotional videos, and event coverage.
• Operate and maintain Sony a7S III cameras, ensuring high-end cinematography and optimized settings for various shooting conditions.
• Set up and manage lighting, audio, and camera equipment, ensuring professional-grade production quality.

Post-Production & Motion Graphics

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