Visual Content Creator

Position open until 10/16/2026

Salary Range: $55,000 - 80,0000 annually (Commensurable based on experience)

General Description and Classification Standards

The Visual Content Creator is responsible for producing and editing high-quality video content as the primary function, using professional video production and editing technology, while also capturing photography and supporting graphic design projects for the Atlanta City Council.

This role ensures compelling video and visual storytelling for Council initiatives, meetings, and community engagement efforts. Work involves independent judgment, technical expertise, creative discretion, and collaboration with the Communications Director and staff.

Supervision Received

Direction received is general, with creative discretion over production approach. Position plans own shoot and edit schedules, collaborating with the Communications Director, Council Chief of Staff, Councilmembers, and Council staff. Work is performed under the general direction of the Communications Director.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Journalism, Film/Video Production, Visual Media, or a related field preferred (Additional years of experience may be considered as a substitute for the required degree on an exceptional basis, with a minimum of seven (7) years of professional related experience)
- Minimum 3–5 years of professional videography and video editing experience; experience in photography preferred.
- Experience covering government or political events is a plus.
- Municipal or public sector experience preferred.

Licensures and Certifications

None required.

Preferred Requirements

- 5–8 years of video production and editing experience.
- 3–5 years producing video content covering politics or government.
- Advanced skills in video editing software, motion graphics, and photography.

Work Environment

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Work includes frequent travel to Council meetings, events, and community locations, and may involve indoor and outdoor filming in varying conditions.

This position follows the City’s hybrid work schedule policy as assigned by the Department of Human Resources Commissioner and requires in-person work at City worksites/facilities at least four (4) days per week, with the option to work remotely one (1) day per week, based on eligibility, departmental needs, and supervisor approval. The hybrid work schedule is subject to change at any time to five (5) days in-person work.

Lifting Requirements: Medium work : Exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including cameras, tripods, lighting kits, and video production equipment.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta (“COA”) that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran’s status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.