Join Our Team: Video Production Specialist

Help tell the stories that connect our communities!

GNAT-TV is seeking a Video Production Specialist to join our creative, collaborative team. The Video Production Specialist plays a key role in GNAT-TV’s community media operations, producing and live-streaming local government meetings, sporting events, and community programming, editing video content, and helping bring local stories and voices to our community. The ideal candidate has video production experience, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and enjoys working with people and technology. This position combines technical production skills, creativity, and community engagement to help connect and inform the communities we serve.

Employment / Compensation: This position may be structured as full-time or part-time, depending on experience and organizational needs. The role includes a combination of on-site, field, and remote work, with weekday evenings, occasional weekends, and local travel required. $21–$26 per hour, commensurate with experience.

How to Apply: Submit a letter of interest, resume, and references to info@gnat-tv.org.

General Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Set up, operate, and troubleshoot video and live-streaming equipment to provide coverage
  • of sporting events, government meetings, and community events.
  • Edit and prepare video content for broadcast, streaming, and digital distribution, including
    post-production enhancements and quality control.
  • Collaborate with the Distribution Coordinator to ensure timely delivery of content across
    GNAT-TV’s cable channels, website, YouTube, and social media platforms.
  • Collaborate with the Production Manager and production team to coordinate assigned
    productions and ensure successful execution.
  • Produce local programming and video segments in the studio and on location as needed.
  • Provide technical training and troubleshooting assistance to staff, community producers,
    volunteers, and members of the public as needed.
  • Work independently and collaboratively with staff, community members, and local
    organizations to develop and produce high-quality, community-focused programming that
    supports GNAT-TV’s mission.

Education and/or Work Experience Desired

  • An associate or bachelor’s degree in television, media, film, communications, education, or a related field is preferred but not required. Equivalent certification or relevant work experience will be considered.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • Technical Proficiency: Experience with video and audio production, live-streaming systems, and video editing software. Familiarity with Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Creative Suite, OBS, NewTek TriCaster, or YoloBox is desirable. Strong computer skills, including familiarity with Mac and Windows systems, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and digital media tools, and the ability to learn new technologies and troubleshoot technical issues are essential.
  • Collaboration and Independence: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a
    team-oriented environment.
  • Communication and Inclusion: Strong communication skills and an ability to work
    effectively with diverse groups, perspectives, and ideas. Commitment to inclusion and
    fairness.
  • Professional Representation: Ability to represent GNAT-TV professionally and
    communicate effectively with community members, public officials, partner organizations,
    and staff.
  • Adaptability and Feedback: Ability to receive feedback and adapt in a dynamic, changing
    environment.
  • Physical Requirements: Ability to safely lift, carry, set up, and operate video production
    equipment in studio and field environments, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Time Management: Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to
    balance multiple production assignments, meet deadlines, and work independently.

Desired Qualities

  • Interest in community engagement, public service, and community building.
  • Enjoyment of people, technology, new media, and learning new skills.
  • Attention to detail, patience, initiative, and creative problem-solving skills.
  • Commitment to GNAT-TV’s mission, community media, and free speech.
  • A welcoming, helpful attitude and willingness to pitch in across the organization.

Environment / Working Conditions

This public-service environment involves regular contact with staff and community members, frequent interruptions, and time-sensitive assignments. The position may be structured as part-
time or full-time employment and includes a combination of on-site, field production, and remote work. A flexible schedule is required, including frequent weekday evenings (primarily Monday through Thursday), occasional weekends, and travel within GNAT-TV’s service area.

Additional Requirements

  • Use of a personal vehicle for business-related travel within the service area as needed.
  • Employment is subject to completion of any required job-related background checks and
    training, consistent with applicable law.

Additional Information

  • Employment Classification: Hourly, non-exempt.
  • $21–$26, commensurate with experience.
  • Benefits: Paid time off in accordance with GNAT-TV policies and applicable law. Additional
    benefits are subject to eligibility.
  • Reports to the Production Manager.

To apply: Submit a letter of interest and resume with references to info@gnat-tv.org.