Digital Content Specialist - Newmarket, Canada - York Regional Police

York Regional Police

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Newmarket, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Date:
Mar 13, 2023

Location:
CA, L4G 0S7

Company:
York Regional Police

REFERENCE:
#23-11E

POSITION TITLE:
Digital Content Specialist

DEPARTMENT:
Strategic Communications Unit, Corporate Communications

SALARY:
$92,173 - $97,473 per annum

STATUS:
One (1) permanent position

LOCATION:
York Regional Police Headquarters

OPENING DATE:
March 13, 2023

CLOSING DATE:
March 26, 2023

**POSITION

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The duties for this position may involve but are not limited to:

Film, edit and produce high-quality videos in studio and on location for both public relations campaigns and internal training and communication
Create public service announcements and develop concepts for inhouse promotions, including writing and developing scripts
Videotape and photograph community events, press conferences, training activities, scenes of active investigations including warrant executions, studio interviews and messages from senior leaders
Produce, stream and monitor live audio/video webcasts and podcasts of YRP events
Create original motion graphics and animation for video production
Direct talent for video production, including recruiting and scheduling members and volunteers as well as scouting and hiring acting professionals.
Operate Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) for both operational (ie. internal training) and promotional (ie. social media campaign) use, following all safety and regulatory requirements
Provide technical and creative input to members of Corporate Communications as required
Operate and maintain the York Regional Police studio production facility, including the maintenance and upgrade of equipment
Serve internal and external clients in a professional manner, meeting project deadlines and deliverables
Understand and work within the York Regional Police graphic standards, style guide and design expectations. Review videos destined for York Regional Police social media channels and make recommendations to ensure brand standards
Provide photography and photo editing support for communications products including YRPNet, , social media platforms, annual reports, business plans and marketing materials
Research and advise on capital equipment and material purchases, ensuring the department is kept current to industry standards
Post video content to social media platforms.
Required to follow safety and security procedures in performing the duties of the job
Financial responsibility for conducting research and providing feedback on pricing and budget items during budget preparation

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:

Successful completion of a three (3) year college diploma in Journalism, Video Production, Multimedia, Film and Television Production or a related field.
Minimum three (3) years of previous experience in a related role.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience using Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Photoshop and Illustrator
Proficiency in filming and editing techniques, including colour correction, sound balancing, music selection and special effects
Ability to utilize media encoding software
Experience utilizing social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, TikTok, etc.).
Proficiency of digital photography
Solid understanding of new media technologies
Problem solving abilities in order to determine new communications platforms and video and/or graphic technologies that can improve the way YRP communicates
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with internal members at all ranks, external vendors/suppliers and community agencies
Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on projects to communicate key messages to all audiences
Project management skills to ensure that production timelines are met

HOW TO APPLY:

Only those selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.
York Regional Police is committed to our corporate values. All York Regional Police employment policies and procedures are intended to be nondiscriminatory and barrierfree in accordance with the principles and spirit of the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If contacted in regards to this competition, please advise the Human Resources Representative of accommodation measures you may require during our selection process._

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