Media Production Specialist - Treasurer-Tax Collector

The Riverside County Treasurer-Tax Collector is seeking a Media Production Specialist located in Riverside.

The selected candidate will be responsible for assisting and supporting the Public and Government Relations Unit in areas such as communications, marketing, internet presence, and public affairs.

This includes developing news releases and promotional materials, managing photography and multimedia content, overseeing the department's website and social media platforms, and coordinating public outreach efforts.

Furthermore, the Media Production Specialist will be involved with public relations matters and provide professional media and communication strategies in support of events, projects, and programs to enhance public awareness of departmental operations and services.

Additional duties include preparing presentations, supporting stakeholder engagement, maintaining quality standards across communications, and assisting with technology-driven public service improvements.

This position serves as the journey level classification in our Media Production Specialist series, reporting directly to the Department Public Information Officer.

Competitive candidates will possess the following:


* Strong knowledge of social media platforms and content scheduling tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Canva).


* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, After Effects, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro) for producing graphics, motion graphics, editorial layouts, titles, and post-production editing.


* Experience in planning, developing, and producing multimedia content-including scripting, staging, lighting, filming, sound/video recording, editing, and incorporating special effects and graphics.


* Experience in operating and maintaining professional-level video, audio, and photography equipment.


* Ability to write clear, effective scripts and outlines with scene progression, dialogue, narration, and sound design.


* Ability to estimate production needs (costs, personnel, equipment) and coordinate logistics such as field locations, facilities, schedules, and crew.

Meet the Team!
The Riverside County Treasurer-Tax Collector is responsible for the billing and collection of property taxes, and, for the receiving, processing, investing and most importantly, safeguarding of public funds, as mandated by the laws of the state of California.

Primary responsibilities include:


* Support development of news releases, newsletters, and other informational and promotional material concerning departmental activities.


* Oversee departmental photography, videography, and content creation strategies, including the production of high-quality photos, videos, and multimedia content for various platforms.


* Be involved in the development and maintenance of the department's internet and oversee social media presence to effectively communicate departmental services, updates, image, and identity.

This includes graphic design, utilizing soc...