DIGITAL VIDEOGRAPHER & CONTENT SPECIALIST

Mayor

Exempt | Location: Civic Center

Annual Salary

$69,700 - $101,900

contact information

Mayor's HR Team
213-978-0600
mayor.jobs@lacity.org

job description

POSITION: The Digital Videographer & Content Specialist plays a key role in capturing the Mayor’s work and helping Angelenos understand what their city is doing for them. This mid-level role supports the Senior Director of Digital Communications and contributes to the day-to-day production of video, photography, and social media content that is timely, accurate, and community-centered.

The ideal candidate is a sharp, adaptable visual storyteller who knows how to turn real-world government work into clear, engaging, accessible content across social and web platforms. This person moves with urgency, stays organized, and is comfortable filming in fast-paced, on-the-ground environments.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Content Capture & Production

Capture video and photography at the Mayor’s events, community engagements, and City operations.
Produce short-form videos optimized for digital platforms and the City website.
Edit video and photo content with strong attention to pacing, narrative clarity, and accuracy.
Ensure all visuals align with the Mayor’s visual identity and accessibility standards.

Social Media & Publishing Support

Assist with posting, captioning, and packaging content across the Mayor’s digital platforms.
Support rapid-turnaround content needs, especially during high-priority events or breaking updates.
Help organize and maintain digital files, footage logs, and content archives.

Story Development & Research

Work with the Senior Director of Digital to identify high-impact story moments and visual opportunities.
Conduct research to support framing, accuracy, and context.
Help shape simple content arcs that make City initiatives easy to understand.

Workflow & Cross-Team Collaboration

Coordinate approvals with departments and internal teams to ensure accuracy and timely posting.
Work closely with Communications, Policy, and Field teams to ensure content accurately reflects City priorities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 2 years of professional experience in video production, documentary-style shooting, journalism, digital content creation, or a related field.
Strong proficiency in filming.
Advanced skills in video editing software (Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, or similar) and photo editing (Lightroom, Photoshop).
A portfolio demonstrating strong narrative instincts, visual polish, and the ability to translate complex information into accessible stories.
Experience producing content for social platforms and understanding best practices for short-form video.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with prominent figures, community partners, and City staff.
Comfort working in both planned and real-time, on-the-ground environments, sometimes with tight turnarounds or breaking developments.
Strong communication skills.
Strong awareness of digital trends, platform updates, and evolving online communication norms.
Ability to work evenings, weekends, or early mornings to support real-time coverage of the Mayor’s events, emergency updates, or time-sensitive announcements.
Must be able to travel to locations across Los Angeles for shoots, meetings, and on-site coverage; access to reliable transportation required.

REFERENCES: Provide 3 references (2 must be work related).

How to apply

Applicants should send a cover letter (that includes your references) and resume to Mayor.Jobs@lacity.org with “DIGITAL VIDEOGRAPHER & CONTENT SPECIALIST” in the subject line no later than Friday, June 26, 2026.

Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and suitable candidates may be contacted and hired before the application deadline. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly.

This is an exempt, at-will position. The individual appointed to this position will not accrue any civil service tenure, contractual employment rights, or due process rights. The incumbent may be removed, without any finding of cause, by the hiring authority. The City of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. As a covered entity under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and, upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services and activities. Please call (213) 744-9300 if you need assistance.

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