Multimedia Production Specialist II Job at San Bernardino County in San Bernardi

Priority Review Deadline : 5 : 00 PM, Friday, August 8, 2025

Apply by this date / time to be considered for the first round of interviews.

Earn an Annual Salary Up to $87,568

The County of San Bernardino has an exciting and immediate opportunity for a multimedia production specialist with the talent and skills in videography, photography, motion graphic animation, and live broadcast support to join our multimedia team and help tell

our story.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This position offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary range of

$63,731.20 - $87,568.00 Annually DOQ

3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases in August 2025 / 26 / 27

Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to max salary

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Multimedia Production Specialists II produce, capture, and edit high-quality, captivating video content for various platforms, including promotional, educational, news, and event-based projects, supporting the multimedia needs of the highest levels of County government. Additionally, they are responsible for the production of the County Board of Supervisor's live broadcasts and other live streams. This role requires strong technical proficiency in video production, motion graphics, and post-production, along with a solid understanding of lighting, sound, photography, and shot composition. Experience in both studio and field production, as well as live streaming, is highly desired. The current position emphasizes video editing and motion graphics but will include work across the full videography spectrum.

Essential duties include :

Create compelling, story-driven videos that showcase the County’s departments, programs and events, county employees, and residents.

Edit projects of varying lengths and styles for all County media platforms in a way that increasesshareabilityfor social media, ensures quick turnaround times, and maximizes county outreach.

Create motion graphic animations that are eye-catching, informative, and fun; stay informed of the latest trends and regularly incorporate newAdobe After Effectstools into work products as they become available.

Conduct video interviews with County supervisors, department heads, employees, and residents to increase brand awareness and support the County’s communication and outreach goals.

Operate andmanagecomplex audiovisual (AV) equipment (cameras, microphones, switchers, etc.)to produce live meetings and broadcastsbyoperatingand controlling multiple cameras, and multiple remote videoconferencing sites.

Produce PowerPoint presentations for use in public meetings, training sessions, and / or live broadcasts.

Produce podcast events byoperatingand controlling the audio mixer and sound booth.

Maintain ahighly organized file management system.

Perform routine equipment checks / maintenance;maintainaudio,videoand photographic equipment, ensuring that repairs and maintenance are done ona timelybasis.

Perform equipment troubleshooting of field, studio, teleconferencing,and broadcast equipment.

Maintain skills up to date with the latest versions of software,hardwareand industry trends, as applicable.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Pre-Employment Process : Incumbents must pass a background investigation, including physical and drug screening, and verification of employment history and education.

Visa Sponsorship : Please note, San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future. Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen or permanent U.S. resident. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Travel : Travel throughout the County is required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation; employees may be required to use personal vehicles (mileage reimbursement is available at current IRS rate).

Schedule : May be required to work occasional weekends, evenings, and holidays for special events as needed.

Applicants must meet one of the following Qualifying Options listed below.

Option 1 :

Education : A Bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited institution in television or film production, multimedia or educational media, graphic design, communication / liberal arts, photography, business administration or other closely related field.

Experience : Two (2) years of professional, hands-on work experience in a variety of media and video production areas or television production.

Option 2 :

Education : T hirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college-level coursework from an accredited college or university in television or film production, multimedia or educational media, graphic design, communication / liberal arts, photography, business administration or other closely related field.

Experience : Four (4) years of professional, hands-on work experience in a variety of media and video production areas or television production.

Option 3 :

Education : T hirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of completed college-level coursework from an accredited college or university in television or film production, multimedia or educational media, graphic design, communication / liberal arts, photography, business administration or other closely related field.

Experience : Two (2) years of professional, hands-on work experience gained within San Bernardino County in a variety of media and video production areas or television production; duties must include pre- and post-production videography activities.

The ideal candidate for the current vacancy will have extensive experience and enthusiasm for in-studio and field videography, photography , and live broadcasting support, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and production techniques. Additionally, a strong team player with a positive attitude and thrives on creative storytelling through media in a fast-paced environment is highly desirable.

Key Attributes of the Ideal Candidate :

• Comprehensive knowledge of video editing in Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, or other comparable software solution. This includes editing different types of content, such as event recaps, commercials, interviews, documentaries, and more, for platforms, such as broadcast TV, YouTube, TikTok, and more.
• Comprehensive knowledge of motion graphic animation in Adobe After Effects or other comparable software solution. This includes working with existing templates or creating new ones, creating animated text that moves with style and is aesthetically pleasing, animating vector art to help explain concepts in informational videos, and more.

Working k nowledge of broadcast and video camera equipment, audio , lighting and grip, and chroma key compositing .

Photographic skills in the areas of event, headshot, and landscape photography; with an understanding of photo editing.

Application Procedure : Indicate your interest in this excellent career opportunity by applying online : www.sbcounty.gov / jobs . Be sure to clearly describe, in the work experience section of the application, your experience in meeting and exceeding the desired qualifications as stated above. P lease complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application and / or the supplemental questionnaire.

Priority Review Deadline : Applications received by 5 : 00 p.m. on Friday, August 8, 2025 , will be given priority consideration for first round interviews. Apply ASAP, as recruitment may close at anytime once a sufficient number of qualified applications are received.

Selection Process : The selection process will consist of a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the application and responses to the supplemental questions. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the appointing authority for further consideration. Candidates advancing in the selection process will receive further information / instructions via email only.

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email . Please be sure the email provided on your application and / or resume is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk, and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and / or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application. If you require technical assistance, follow this link to review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.

EEO / ADA : San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation : If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference : Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Information for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.

For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process guide .

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