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Harris County · 5 hours ago

Video Communications Specialist

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Harris County is seeking a Video Communications Specialist responsible for producing high-quality multimedia content primarily focused on video. The role involves leading end-to-end video production, collaborating with various departments, and contributing to broader communication strategies.

Government Administration

Responsibilities

Plans, produces, and edits high-quality video content for use across multiple platforms, including social media, websites, email campaigns, and presentations; oversees full pre-production through post-production workflow

Travels to Commissioner Precinct 3 facilities, events, and project sites to capture video, photography, and interviews that support communications goals

Collaborates with internal departments and external partners to plan projects, identify storytelling opportunities, schedule recordings, and ensure accuracy and alignment with approved messaging

Supports digital and social media efforts, including formatting video content for platforms such as Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, Nextdoor, and YouTube, in coordination with the communications team

Provides general communications support to the Communications Manager and Communications Director, including assistance with special projects, campaigns, and time-sensitive or emergency communications as needed

Qualification

Video productionAdobe Creative SuitePublic relationsProject managementCollaborationAdaptabilityCommunication skillsCritical thinking

Required

Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in Film / Video Production, Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Multimedia Production or related fields required

Ownership of full production workflows (pre-production through post)

Producing content for public-facing audiences

Working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Coordinating with multiple stakeholders or departments

Portfolio that demonstrates advanced conceptual, video creation/editing, writing samples and graphic design skills for digital and print

Advanced proficiency in video production, lighting, audio, and modern camera equipment, with strong post-production skills using Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Demonstrates ability to manage full video production lifecycles, from concept and scripting through final delivery

Knowledge of best practices for digital, web, and social media content in a public-sector or professional communications environment

Strong writing and editing skills, including video scripting, story summaries, web copy, and press-style writing

Understanding of public relations principles, message discipline, and working within an approval-driven government setting

Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to balance multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines

Ability to apply logic and critical thinking to identify communication risks, evaluate options, and recommend solutions

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide range of audiences

Ability to maintain the highest standards of ethical behavior, exercising honesty and integrity, respect, confidentiality, and fairness in the execution of their responsibilities