City of Vancouver is hiring : TV / Video Director & Editor in Clark

TV / Video Director & Editor page is loaded## TV / Video Director & Editorlocations : LOC0074 City Hall - 2nd Floortime type : Part timeposted on : Posted Todayjob requisition id : 25-0328##

• Salary Range
• 2,302.50 - 3,453.50##
• Job Summary
• The City of Vancouver is a great place to work. If you want to do meaningful work with smart people for a progressive organization, we might just be for you! We’re currently recruiting for a TV / Video Director & Editor. Clark / Vancouver Television (CVTV) is an award-winning government access cable channel that has been producing programming for Vancouver and Clark County since 1983. This is a part-time position involving the production of government and public affairs television. Due to the nature of government meetings, schedules will vary with a minimum of 20 hours per week and include evenings and occasional weekends. Open until filled. First review - October 9th, 2025.##
• Job Details
• Essential Functions :
• Direct single and multi-camera productions including community events and live government meetings
• Set up and / or operate a variety of special equipment related to television production including studio and field cameras, switchers, audio systems, graphics, teleprompter and other portable production equipment
• Work with outside clients to determine the best coverage plan when directing community events
• Identify and work to resolve audio, lighting and other various video production issues during recording
• Prepare on-air graphics and production reports
• Edit, index, and publish meeting videos for the website archive
• Create and edit short promotional videos, public service announcements and graphics for cable and social media
• Supervise the work of temporary crew members during meeting / event coverage
• Train temporary staff
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned##
• Qualifications
• Experience and Education
• One (1) year of professional work experience in television or film production, preferably directing multi-camera productions. Videography and editing experience also preferred.
• Equivalent to a HS Diploma / GED
• Minimum one (1) year of college level course work in the technical aspects of production such as broadcasting or film. Associate degree in film, video, broadcast communications or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Computer Skills
• Intermediate skills in production software including non-linear editing systems and Microsoft Office
• Required Licenses and / or Certifications
• Possession of a valid driver’s license
• Knowledge
• Practical knowledge of the operation of camera, audio and lighting equipment
• Strong understanding of television production procedures and techniques, including lighting, audio and post-production
• Multi-camera television production environment focused on live events is preferred
• Non-linear editing systems (Avid or Premiere)
• Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment
• Use of personal computers and basic software
• Abilities
• Work a flexible schedule including evenings and occasional weekends
• Demonstrate strong time management and self-discipline by consistently maintaining a 20-hour per week schedule
• Work independently with limited direction in an efficient and productive manner
• Possess strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Safely and effectively operate equipment used in television production
• Lift and carry heavy equipment
• Operate a personal computer and appropriate software
• Work in a manner consistent with the City of Vancouver’s Operating Principles
• Work and act as a team player in all interactions with other City employees, outside organizations and elected officials
• Provide a high level of customer service at all times
• Project and maintain a positive image with those contacted in the course of work
• Develop and maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships with team members and others
• Maintain regular and dependable attendance
• Demonstrate a commitment to valuing differences among people and to being inclusive.
• Show the utmost respect for others, and act as a team player.
• Promote safety as a guiding principle and a regular practice in accomplishing work by focusing on safe practices and complying with safety and health policies and procedures.
• Recognize unsafe conditions which may be hazardous to an employee or to the public.
• Responsible for ensuring a safe workplace in compliance with applicable policies, procedures and regulations. Ensures supervised employee review of the City Core Accident Prevention Plan, relevant safety policies and procedures, and training on illness and injury response and specific job-related safety concerns. Reports and appropriately escalates all safety issues and all injuries.This position is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment reference check, a basic criminal background check and a driving abstract.The City of Vancouver is committed to advancing equity and creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace. We recognize that progress depends on more than just a verbal commitment; it depends on making meaningful organizational change. We developed and continue to develop strategies to enhance employee-centered programs, eliminate recruitment and advancement barriers, elevate employee understanding of DEI and cultural competency and build an inclusive and welcoming place to call work. We hope you’ll consider joining us on the journey!
• Safety :
• The City of Vancouver believes every employee plays a role in maintaining a safe workplace. The City of Vancouver promotes safety as a guiding principle and practice and accomplishes work by creating safe work environments, complying with safety and health policies and procedures and consistently seeking improvements that support operational excellence.
• Diversity and Inclusion :
• At the City of Vancouver, we value and foster a workplace comprised of people with a range of different backgrounds, experiences and cultures. We recognize that a diverse and inclusive team is key to innovation, effectiveness and a positive culture. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Equal Employment Opportunity Statement :
• The City of Vancouver is dedicated to maintaining a work environment that extends equal opportunity to all individuals, regardless of their race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, marital status, veteran status, disability sexual orientation or gender identity. Employment decisions will be made to further the principle of equal employment opportunity and to comply with state, federal and local laws. We affirm through this policy statement our continuing commitment to the principles of equity and nondiscrimination.
• Veterans’ Preference :
• Under Washington law, qualified veterans may be eligible for Veterans’ preference when applying for City of Vancouver positions. Honorably discharged Veterans, their surviving spouses or spouses of honorably discharged Veterans with a permanent and total service-connected disability who would like to be considered for a Veterans’ preference for this job should provide the qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
• ADA Accommodation :
• Accommodations will be considered for applicants or candidates with a qualifying disability that prevents them from participating in this process. Accommodations will be made where the City can reasonably provide them without imposing an undue hardship on the business or compromising the integrity of the recruitment process. An applicant with any disability who believes that they need an accommodation should contact Human Resources : call 360-487-8417 or email hrfront1@cityofvancouver.us##
• Job Posting End Date
• Open Until Filled

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