Airport Visual Content Creator

City Of Atlanta Careers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City Of Atlanta Careers seeks a seasoned photographer/videographer to capture and deliver professional photo and video content for ATL promotional materials and management reports. You will lead production from concept to final edits, maintaining archives and coordinating with DOA and City staff.

You will apply advanced production techniques to create broadcast quality materials, direct shoots, and supervise talent as needed, ensuring compliance with corporate branding and timelines.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience – Bachelor’s degree in related field; eight (8) or more years experience in commercial photography, videography, video editing, or related field.
• Licensures and Certifications – None required.
• Preferred Requirements – Master’s degree or equivalent post-graduate education.

Responsibilities

• Provides video and photographic services as required for various DOA functions and events.
• Analyzes and determines photo/video requirements for projects as outlined by the Director of Marketing and Creative Services Manager to produce compelling photos and videos in support of the initiatives.
• Captures, catalogs, and maintains an archive of current and past airport photographs and videos.
• Coordinates with internal divisions within DOA and the City of Atlanta to remain abreast of new developments (ex: construction, local events directly impacting ATL).
• Works directly with the creative services staff to capture necessary photographs and videos to incorporate into promotional materials and reports.
• Applies advanced photo and video production knowledge as well as advanced techniques for each genre to produce professional photographs and broadcast quality video programming for the promotion of ATL.

Skills

Video production

Photography

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Final Cut Pro

Adobe Premiere

After Effects

Photoshop

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hiring Department: Department of Aviation

General Description and Classification Standards:

Captures events in photographic and video medium for use in collateral materials to promote Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), and to augment various reports to management, City of Atlanta Administration and the Atlanta City Council. Engaging a full-time photographer/videographer is the most cost-effective manner to respond to the high-volume of activities and need of the Department of Aviation (DOA) and throughout ATL.

Supervision Received:

Works under very general supervision. Reports directly to the Marketing Division – Creative Services Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Provides video and photographic services as required for various DOA functions and events.
• Analyzes and determines photo/video requirements for projects as outlined by the Director of Marketing and Creative Services Manager to produce compelling photos and videos in support of the initiatives.
• Manages, maintains and facilitates the use of the DOA public address (PA) sound system.
• Captures, catalogs, and maintains an archive of current and past airport photographs and videos.
• Coordinates with internal divisions within DOA and the City of Atlanta to remain abreast of new developments (ex: construction, local events directly impacting ATL).
• Works directly with the creative services staff to capture necessary photographs and videos to incorporate into promotional materials and reports.
• Applies advanced photo and video production knowledge as well as advanced techniques for each genre to produce professional photographs and broadcast quality video programming for the promotion of ATL.
• Directs and produces complex promotional materials including broadcast quality video programs, computer-generated graphics for video and media promoting airport activities and services.
• Operates and maintains video and photographic equipment; including photo and/or video cameras, lenses, tripods, lighting gear, sound recording equipment, computer editing station, and digital storage equipment.
• Operates portable live units when shooting live remote.
• Coordinates, produces and leads all DOA studio and on/off location video photo projects.
• Manages and orchestrates projects that require assistance from contracted vendors to supply DOA with additional video/photographic production services.
• Evaluates and interprets photo/video unit needs; assesses unit equipment requirements and submits recommendations for improvement.
• Operates a broadcast grade multi-source video editing system, special effects, digital effects generators, video graphics and titling systems, and audio enhancing systems to produce broadcast quality programming.
• Selects footage, photos and transitions effects either independently or in cooperation with Marketing Director and/or the Creative Services Manager.
• Serves as director and/or videographer for studio and location production as required.
• Works with and directs talent as required for photo and/or video projects.
• Upholds a strict level of quality control in maintaining the corporate identity of DOA and its divisions as well as that of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport through photo and video production.
• Works in conjunction with the DOA Director of Communications and appointed staff to maintain the ATL social media pages/sites.
• Trains and supervises assigned planning, technical, or professional staff as directed.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of Software such as: Final Cut Pro, Adobe: Premier, After Affects, Encoder, Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, Microsoft Office products: Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Strong math, statistical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate keen attention to detail.
• Ability to self-audit work.
• Ability to multi-task and deliver results in a fast-paced changing environment.
• Ability to analyze information, identify key themes and draw conclusions to resolve problems.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience – Bachelor’s degree in related field; eight (8) or more years experience in commercial photography, videography, video editing, or related field.

Licensures and Certifications – None required.

Preferred Requirements – Master’s degree or equivalent post-graduate education.

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements:

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Job Info

• Job Identification 34215
• Job Category Public Relations
• Posting Date 09/17/2026, 06:22 PM
• Apply Before 09/24/2026, 04:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 6000 North Terminal Parkway, Atlanta, GA, 30320, US