Videographer

Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets Preservation Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team! Science | Service | Sustainability About the Role: The Videographer supports SCDES by producing high‑quality video content that informs, educates and engages the public about the agency's programs, initiatives and impact across the state. This role is responsible for the full video production process, including planning, filming and editing both long‑ and short‑form content for a variety of platforms, such as social media, web and internal communications. The Videographer collaborates with SCDES program areas and the Office of Communications to ensure content is accurate, clear and aligned with the agency's mission and messaging. The incumbent produces a range of video content, including educational features, promotional pieces, event coverage and public information materials. This position also requires travel throughout South Carolina to capture footage at media events, press conferences, community outreach activities and agency initiatives. The Videographer ensures all final products meet quality standards, adhere to brand guidelines and effectively communicate key messages to diverse audiences. Job Responsibilities: Write, storyboard, shoot, develop, and edit videos for various purposes, such as creating informative videos for the public, documenting agency events, creating public service announcements, and assisting with internal video communications. Collaborate with the Communications teams, program staff and agency leadership to develop high‑quality visual storytelling and engagement with the public. Assist with non‑traditional media like stories, reels for social media and interview recordings. Assist with audio/video equipment as needed for agency agents and virtual meetings and troubleshoot A/V issues. Maintain an organized schedule and calendar of video project components, due dates and deadlines. Assist with same basic/simple graphic design of forms, documents or graphics in between video projects. Assist with other duties as assigned. Why Join Us? As a state employee, you’ll enjoy: Job Stability & Purposeful Work : Make an impact on your community as you contribute to protecting SC's environment. Career Growth : Grow professionally with ongoing training, skill‑building opportunities, and room for advancement. Work-Life Balance : A career that lets you enjoy South Carolina, inside and outside of your job. A high school diploma or equivalent, and at least one (1) year experience working in video productions. Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring. Additional Requirements: Knowledge of current photography, videography and graphic design equipment and software. Knowledge of current photography and videography trends, concepts and styles. Ability to understand and maintain all agency brands and the accurate deployment of those brands in various marketing collateral outputs. Ability to effectively communicate orally and through the written word. Ability to provide audio/visual technical support.Ability to maintain a coordinated and organized schedule for filming and meeting deadlines. Some travel may be required with mileage reimbursement offered. Some field work may require special PPE, such as hard helmets, vests, etc., which will be provided by the agency while on‑site. SCDES is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position. The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services offers an exceptional benefits package for full‑time (FTE) employees: Health, dental, vision, long‑term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click for additional information. 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year 15 days sick leave per year 13 paid holidays Paid parental leave S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available Retirement benefit choices State Retirement Plan State Optional Retirement Program *Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay. #J-18808-Ljbffr