Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCP242: Videographer

Videographer

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCP242
6
None
       
       
Hourly
As Hourly
As Annual
25.97 - 32.63 - 41.04 USD Hourly
$25.97 - $32.63 - $41.04
$54,017.60 - $67,870.40 - $85,363.20

POSITION SUMMARY

The Videographer provides video production and photography services for the Sheriff's Department. This role captures still and video content for crime scenes, aerial footage, surveillance, and promotional purposes. The position also produces, directs, writes, and edits videos for training, recruitment, and public outreach. In addition, the Videographer designs internal and external publications and assists with multimedia presentations. This position supports interagency collaboration and provides training in audio/video techniques and media communication.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Capture still and video content for aerial, crime scene, surveillance, and promotional purposes to support the Sheriff's Department and partner agencies.
  • Produce, direct, write, and edit videos for training, recruitment, promotional campaigns, documentaries, and other departmental programs.
  • Design and publish internal and external materials such as brochures, posters, annual reports, and multimedia graphics.
  • Train designated personnel on photography, videography, digital production, and equipment usage.
  • Coach sworn personnel in effective communication with media professionals, including reporters and photographers.
  • Maintain digital interview systems used by the Criminal Investigations Division (CID), including procedural training and documentation.
  • Oversee quality control for duplicating suspect and witness interviews. Generate audio files for transcription and court submission.
  • Develop and present multimedia materials for internal and external informational and educational use.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Communications or a related field.
  • Two (2) years of work experience in video, film production, or photography.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 
 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE


The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

  • Complete the post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
  • Comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
  • Pass an oral board examination.
  • Complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to position.
  • Possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license by employment date and maintain a valid NM driver’s license while employed in this position.
  • Complete required Supervisor classes if applicable.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Forty percent of employee duties are performed in the field.
  • Worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while working in the field.
  • Outdoor surfaces include natural ground, concrete, asphalt, ramps, stairs, ladders, and wood decks.
  • Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment.
  • Worker is exposed to developer chemicals, fixer chemicals, bleach, and formaldehyde.


EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Worker utilizes rubber gloves, safety glasses, eyewash equipment and showers when working with hazardous chemicals.
  • Employee operates film developers, video image capture equipment, camera kits, 35mm cameras, video cameras, photography lights, film processors, and photographic chemicals.
  • Employee handles various writing utensils, paperwork, files and reports in the documentation and maintenance of film processed, persons requesting photographer, monthly inventory of prints made, size and rolls of film used.
  • Employee operates a county vehicle for access to crime scenes in the performance of essential duties.
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