Multimedia Production Specialist II

SAN-Bernardino-Count; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 65,644 - 92,435; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual increases July/August

Bi-annual step increases

Job summary

San Bernardino County is seeking a Multimedia Production Specialist with strong skills in videography, photography, motion graphics, and live broadcast support to tell our story across platforms.

The role emphasizes studio and field production, post-production, and editing for varied audiences, including county leadership and the public. Competitive salary and benefits accompany a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field (television/film production, multimedia, graphic design, or communication).
• 2+ years of professional media/video production experience.

Responsibilities

• Create compelling, story-driven videos for county platforms.
• Edit projects of varying lengths to maximize social media reach and outreach.
• Produce motion graphics that are eye-catching and informative using After Effects.
• Conduct video interviews with county officials and residents to boost brand awareness.
• Operate and manage AV equipment to produce live meetings and broadcasts.
• Produce PowerPoint presentations for use in public meetings and live broadcasts.
• Maintain organized file management and perform routine equipment checks.
• Troubleshoot field, studio, and broadcast equipment as needed.
• Stay current with software/hardware trends and industry practices.

Skills

Videography

Photography

Motion graphics

Live broadcast support

Video editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in television/film production or related field

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Adobe Premiere Pro

Photoshop

Audio/Video equipment operation

Job description

Filing Deadline

Applications will be accepted until filled

San Bernardino County 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

$65,644.80 - $92,435.20 Annually DOQ

• 3% Annual Across the Board Salary Increases in August 2026/27
• Bi-annual step increases of 2.5% up to max salary

To review job-specific benefits, refer to Summary of Benefits Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)

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.

• 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 increases shareability for 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 new Adobe After Effects tools 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 and manage complex audiovisual (AV) equipment (cameras, microphones, switchers, etc.) to produce live meetings and broadcasts by operating and 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 by operating and controlling the audio mixer and sound booth.
• Maintain a highly organized file management system.
• Perform routine equipment checks/maintenance; maintain audio, video and photographic equipment, ensuring that repairs and maintenance are done on a timely basis.
• Perform equipment troubleshooting of field, studio, teleconferencing, and broadcast equipment.
• Maintain skills up to date with the latest versions of software, hardware and 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.

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.

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.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must meet one (1) 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: Thirty (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: Thirty (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