Media Production Coordinator I (PT)
The Media Production Coordinator I creates and supports the City’s multimedia content to enhance public communication and strategic messaging. Under general direction, this role coordinates live and recorded broadcasts, produces video and digital materials for multiple platforms, and collaborates with City departments to maintain consistent, professional content for the website, government channel, and public outreach efforts.
Key Duties:
Coordinates and executes live event broadcasts, recordings, and emergency messaging, including setup and operation of A/V and broadcasting equipment.
Produces multimedia content from concept through final edit, including interviews, graphics, and promotional materials for City platforms.
Assists in maintaining the City’s website and supports content posting with basic design and coding under supervision.
Catalogs and shares multimedia content for internal use and supports emergency radio station programming as needed.
A complete job description can be found here.
ABOUT YOU
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is technically skilled, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, public-facing media environment while supporting City communication goals.
Ideal Candidate Qualities:
Knowledge of live streaming platforms, Adobe Suite and video production processes including scripting, composition, and editing.
Strong ability to troubleshoot multimedia equipment and understand audio and video signal flow.
Capable of managing multiple projects, meeting deadlines and adjusting to last-minute changes with professionalism.
Effective communicator who collaborates well with City staff and represents the organization positively in a public setting.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Equivalent to completion of 12thGrade, supplemented with at least thirty (30) semester credits in television/video production, media production, broadcast studies, public relations, communications, graphic design or closely related field. An Associate's degree in a related field is preferred.
Experience: A combination totaling four (4) years of progressively responsible experience with multi-media equipment and video production or multi-media editing and graphic design is required. Two (2) years of experience in website content management is preferred.
LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of a valid Class C Driver’s License and a satisfactory driving record are conditions of initial and continued employment.
Part 107 UAV pilot license desirable.
ABOUT EVERYTHING ELSE
A completed City of Vacaville employment application and supplemental questionnaire must be received by the Human Resources Department at 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA 95688 by 5:30 pm on Monday January 5, 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online at www.cityofvacaville.gov. Application packets may also be requested in person at the Human Resources Department or by calling (707) 449-5101.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
IMPORTANT: Contact with candidates will primarily be via email. Make sure you list a current email that you check regularly on your application.
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Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment must successfully complete the pre-placement process for this position before a final offer will be extended. Pre-placement assessments for this position include a Livescan (FBI/DOJ fingerprint review), employment and education verification and DMV record review.
The City of Vacaville is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.