Public Affairs Videographer 2025-01786

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range, but it is still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Cheyenne is also home to the "Daddy of 'em All" – Cheyenne Frontier Days – held the last week of July. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.

• $2,000 Hiring Bonus (eligibility details in Notes Section)
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, plus Short- and Long-Term Disability
• A Secure Future: Pension Plan with a 14.94% state contribution
• Optional 457B Retirement Plan with a state contribution
• Generous Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays

• Creates and maintains all manner of video projects.

• Develops and creates public information, education, and marketing videos for WYDOT.

• Serves on a team of multi-media professionals to design, develop, and implement agency public education and communication strategies and products.

• Works with WYDOT personnel to develop and create internal training and educational videos.

• Develops story concepts, interviews, scripts, and video news packets for public broadcast and streaming.

• Assist in taking still photography.

• Assist with handling calls from the motoring public.

PREFERENCES: 

• Education and Experience in Video Production or related fields

• Understanding of audio recording and mixing principles.
• Proficiency in video editing software (e.g., Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
• Familiarity with various video camera equipment and shooting techniques.
• Knowledge of lighting setups and their impact on video quality.
• Strong storytelling ability and an eye for visual composition.
• Experience with pre-production tasks (e.g., scriptwriting, scheduling).
• Post-production expertise, including color correction and sound editing.
• Awareness of current video trends and best practices for different platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of intellectual property and copyright laws related to video content.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Some travel may be required for on-site filming and production needs.
• This position involves regular physical activity, including lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds of video production equipment.
• Must be able to set up and break down camera, lighting, and audio equipment independently.
• Work may occasionally take place in a variety of environments, including outdoor or non-studio locations, which may require standing, walking, or working in variable weather conditions

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace. 
• E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
• **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent position.
  • Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public. 
  • One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
  • Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
  • Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
  • If the employee elects to downgrade through active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.