AddressAbout your new role
We're looking for an enthusiastic and experienced videographer with strong supporting production skills to join our in-house video and content production team. You enjoy collaborating and relish the challenge to deliver rich media content (shooting and editing video content). Your skills are grounded in traditional videography, yet you are curious and passionate about taking a multi-disciplined approach to storytelling and exploring new media channels.
About you
- You are proficient in camera operations with demonstrated high level editing skills – you are capable of fast turnaround.
- You are proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud Suite, primarily Premiere, with a knowledge of photo editing and design software After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop/Lightroom.
- You have a tertiary qualification in social media communication, media studies, film and/or television, or equivalent experience.
- Technical understanding of digital video cameras and camera operations, lighting, sound recording, editing, reliable and professional post-production workflows.
- A minimum of five years’ experience shooting, editing and production in television, filming or production.
- Demonstrated experience in concept development, shooting and editing video content for different audiences and channels (television commercials, social media, stories, reels, animation and web)
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy of work and adherence to best practice video production principles.
- Ability to adapt to changing organisational priorities and client needs.
- A good knowledge of Council products and services, relevant policies and guidelines.
- Exceptional organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Knowledgeable in visual language and storytelling.
- Understanding of various video codecs (mp4, h.264, ProRes etc) and file types (Photoshop/ JPEGs etc.)
- Knowledge of industry standard script development and writing
- Ability to produce supporting animation and graphics to enhance video content (After Effects, Premiere)
Be part of shaping the Gold Coast's future
The Gold Coast is inspired by lifestyle and driven by opportunity. We are the second largest Council in Australia.
As a 5-star employer of choice, we care about being the most flexible government organisation in Australia. We have a range of benefits to help you create the right balance:
- 9-day fortnight
- Flexible work arrangements to suit your lifestyle, including hybrid/work from home options, flexible working hours and locations
- Personal and professional development courses
- Access to 350+ fitness facilities through Fitness Passport / Low cost on-site gym membership
- 4 free confidential counselling sessions a year for you or an immediate family member
- 1 free nutritionist and financial advice session per year
We pride ourselves on our shared mission of being a high-performing, customer-focused organisation which delivers value-for-money services to the community. We're committed to creating a diverse workplace and inclusive culture.
How to apply
Click 'Apply' to submit your online application. Upload your Resume (including a link to an online showreel showcasing a range of your previous work) with a Cover Letter (of no more than 1 page) outlining how your skills, experience and personal attributes would allow you to achieve success in this role.
Documents needs to be less than 2MB in size and PDF format is preferred. If you encounter technical issues when applying, please email ***********@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Our selection process may include a one-way video interview via Criteria, a face-to-face or virtual interview via Microsoft Teams, reference checks via Xref and additional checks including police checks, employment history checks, qualification checks, pre-employment medical reviews and drug and alcohol testing.
Please note applications for all of our vacancies close at 10.30pm on the listed closing date.
The City of Gold Coast is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are committed to supporting an environment where all employees, regardless of their differences or similarities, feel valued, respected and supported. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander persons are encouraged to apply.
