FedTec Overview:
FedTec is a Woman-Owned Small Business with headquarters in Reston, VA. However, FedTec is more than just a company – we are a dedicated team of visionary individuals who understand the power of transformation. With our unwavering commitment to innovative technology and forward-focused methods, we empower government agencies to fulfill their missions successfully with our capabilities in Digital Transformation, and Cyber Security. Our strategy is rooted in in-depth advising and a unique shoulder-to-shoulder mission experience, all geared towards enabling our clients, their agencies, and every American to thrive. We use the same approach as our employees, building meaningful and lasting relationships to meet their evolving needs and help them grow. We are excited to welcome you to our family.
Position: Videographer
Location : Austin, TX
Responsibilities Include: Produce high-quality photography and video for agency’s internal/external communications and public relations efforts. Researches and prepares information to design communication plans and audio/visual material related to the goals and priorities of the agency. Work involves effective writing, videography/photography, editing, and production for distribution on social media and/or digital media. Possesses strategic thinking, excellent interpersonal skills, high emotional intelligence, and exceptional writing and content and video development skills.
Essential Job Functions:
- Plans, develops, and produces video and photography for internal and external products, such as DSHS intranet, social media, and web for initiatives such as communication campaigns, and public health efforts. Provides or coordinates consultation services to program staff regarding video or photography for public health communication efforts. Provides project management and execution through the oversight or development of communication strategies, creative direction (including video and photo production), and written content. Takes high quality photos and/or videos of DSHS activities and/or selects stock photo imagery related to published communications. Oversees the illustrative, photographic, or audiovisual content of products. Works to ensure all public-facing videos have accurate captioning and adhere to accessibility requirements.
- Performs research as needed for preparation and planning for video and photography assignments. Works with DSHS programs and internal staff to coordinate messaging on video or photo initiatives related to health education and health promotion. Coordinates identified opportunities with Deputy Communications Director and program leads to develop and execute communication plans as needed. Coordinates with HHSC Communications on various initiatives as needed.
- Provides support for other Communication Unit functions and activities such as online/interactive/social/emerging media communications, marketing research, social marketing, and internal communications. Coordinates with and supports the DSHS Media Relations, Government Affairs, and stakeholder relations units as needed. Coordinates with HHSC Language Services to ensure all communications products are translated into the necessary languages so Texans with limited English proficiency have access to services.
- Responsible for working in collaboration with DSHS Web Services and social media teams to ensure information is posted quickly and is accurate, relevant, and informative. Contributes to the development of internal communications departmental processes ad standards.
- Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or continuity of operations activation.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Skill in video and photography concepts and practices, and in the use of a computer and applicable software.
- Branding and marketing principles (how those principles apply to public agencies, audiences both internal and external, and how to build trust with all stakeholders through branding efforts).
- Extensive facilitation experience, specifically with small groups, working in challenging environments with audiences of different and often competing interests.
- Knowledge of English grammar and usage and general professional writing principles and standards.
- Knowledge of stakeholder, partner, and community relations.
- Knowledge of all types of media and their material requirements, as related to information dissemination via the web.
- Knowledge of libel, slander, privacy, and copyright laws.
- Advanced skill in video and photo production, such a special effects or green- screen techniques.
- Skill in organizing, writing, communicating, and presenting visual information.
- Skill in strategic communication planning.
- Skill in written and oral communication.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
- Skill in managing multiple and competing priorities and projects.
- Skill in identify problems, evaluating alternatives, and implementing solutions.
- Skill in developing collaborative working relationships with diverse cross- functional groups.
- Excellent analytic and decision-making abilities.
- Ability to accurately interpret and translate agency programs and research into public information.
- Ability to track numerous projects at different development stages from conceptualization to final product.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other government officials and the public.
- Ability to effectively communicate with staff, vendors, and clients in senior-level meetings, and conduct presentations to all levels of internal and external stakeholders as needed.
- Ability to work effectively at all levels in an organization and influence others to move toward a common vision or goal.
- Ability to speak to community and professional groups to coordinate, improve, and stimulate interest in the program and to secure support for programs.
- Ability to perceive and understand emotions around change and how change can affect people in order to meet established goals.
Preferred Qualifications Include:
- Four (4) years of full-time work experience in videography.
- Creative portfolio, including assets for both internal/external audiences and social media.
- Ability to work independently.
- Attention to detail.
- Experience collaborating with both creatives and non-creatives to create thoughtful, dynamic content.
- Flexibility to travel 30-50% to capture public health stories across Texas.
- Flexibility to conduct video shoots in accordance with subjects’ schedules.
- Solution-oriented attitude.
- Skill in account/project management.
- Experience in public health or health care communications preferred.
When You Join FedTec, You Are Joining a Family! We take pride in our work and the true and transparent relationships we build with our employees and partners. We believe that positive energy attracts like-minded individuals, which is why we have such exceptional people on our team.
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FedTec we embrace the power of diversity, fostering a culture where varied thoughts, ideas, and perspectives empower our employees and partners to thrive. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran and we maintain a drug-free workplace to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all.
If you feel that your qualifications, talents, and values align with our culture, we welcome you to apply by submitting your resume today!
