City of Missouri City, TX is hiring: Producer III in Missouri City

Salary :

$64,454.00 - $96,682.00 Annually
Location :

Missouri City, TX
Job Type:

Full Time
Job Number:

C43-031026
Department:

Communications
Opening Date:

03/10/2026

Definition

Coordinates television and audiovisual production for the City of Missouri City government access channel (MCTV), website and social media outlets.

The Production Specialist III position is responsible for building, promoting and maintaining a positive image for the City through effective public relations methods, media coverage and storytelling.

Reporting relationship: Senior Producer/Communications Manager.
Examples of Work

Planning, creating, scripting, coordinating, producing, directing, and editing videos.
Plans and facilitates studio and field-based video production; coordinates pre-production and production planning activities; interacts with clients; transports, sets up and operates all video and audio equipment as required.
Plans and performs video post-production tasks including reviewing footage, making editorial decisions, audio adjustment, color correction, and final editing; creates and utilizes motion, graphics and special effects for video post-production in accordance with the overall production concepts; compresses video projects in various formats for output.
Performs occasional on-camera and voice-over work for City productions. Meets with City staff to assure coverage of pertinent events and activities; assists in producing and writing promotional spots, packages, and features for City services.
Works with City departments upon request to produce educational, training, and safety videos.
Performs a variety for technical and creative responsibilities for video production including format design, scriptwriting, editing, preparation of storyboards, lighting, set design, camera operation, and creation of special effects.
Utilizes software suite equipment. Operates live broadcast equipment for the City Council, work sessions and other live events as required; to include control room operation of cameras and switching equipment; using motion and still graphic software to support studio and field productions; promoting and assisting with maintaining video presence on the City's website and other social media outlets.
Performs scheduling duties for automated playback of produced segments and broadcasts.
Ensures all established policies and procedures related to the government access channel are followed. This includes what can be submitted to air and who is allowed to use the channel.
Maintains guidelines and forms for graphic and video requests.
Provides audio/visual support to staff for internal and external purposes.
Prepares and submits budget requests; recommends equipment purchases and replacements.
Attends various City events to capture photo and/or video.
Perform other related duties as assigned;
Subject to 24-hour recall.
Education, Experience, or Certification

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible experience of professional studio and field-based video production, along with scripting and management procedures, practices, methods, techniques, and terminology. Must be proficient in non-linear editing using Adobe Creative Suite.

Training:
Equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in media production, communications, television broadcasting, film, journalism, advertising, public relations, or closely related field.
Knowledge of:

Posting video to social media outlets.
Cable television operations and programming.
Proper English usage, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.
City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
Copyright and public information requirements, laws and regulations.
Principles and techniques of customer service.
Planning and reviewing the work of others.
Ability to:
Operate a variety of TV equipment, including camera and editing systems and related equipment.
Manage complex video projects effectively and efficiently.
Communicate clearly, concisely, tactfully and effectively, orally and in writing.
Give, understand, and carry out a variety of detailed oral and written instructions.
Work independently and in a team environment.
Exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in making decisions.
Solve problems within scope of responsibility.
Operate a personal computer using applicable software.
Quickly learn and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information and/or technology.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in course of work including the general public.
Work irregular work hours when needed.
Supplemental Information

The Department of Human Resources & Organizational Development may consider an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

The City of Missouri City is located less than 30 miles from Downtown Houston and is a great place to live, work, and play. Working for the City offers dual rewards: giving back to the community and making a difference in the lives of residents. With over 400 full-time employees, the City is committed to effective, efficient, and responsive service. We value our employees as our most important resource and offer one of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefit packages in Texas.
BENEFITS

Medical Plans (Three Options)

Cigna - Health Savings Account (H.S.A.)

Plan Type : High-Deductible Medical Health Plan
Provider : Cigna
Deductibles :
Single: $2,500 annually
Family: $5,000 annually

Out-of-Pocket Maximums :
Single: $5,000 annually
Family: $10,000 annually

Additional Details :
Employee pays dependent premiums
Contact HR/OD for a benefits summary, rates, and more details

Health Savings Account (HSA)
Provider : H.S.A. Bank
Features :
Use for qualified medical, dental, vision, and pharmaceutical expenses
Contribution Limits:
Employee only: $4,400 (IRS Limit)
Employee & Family: $8,750 (IRS Limit)
Catch-up (age 55+): $1,000

City Contributions:
Employee only: $1,500
Employee & Family: $2,750

Unused balances roll over and the account belongs to the employee

PPO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Deductibles :
Single: $1,500 annually
Family: $3,000 annually

Out-of-Pocket Maximums :
Single: $4,500 annually
Family: $9,000 annually

Prescription Drug Co-pays :
Generic: $10
Preferred: $40
Non-Preferred: $80

EPO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Deductibles :
Single: $1,500 annually
Family: $3,000 annually

Out-of-Pocket Maximums :
Single: $4,500 annually
Family: $9,000 annually

Prescription Drug Co-pays :
Generic: $10
Preferred: $45
Non-Preferred: $80

Dental Plans (Two Options)

DHMO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Features :
No deductible
No annual maximum
Member co-pay depends on the procedure

PPO Plan
Provider : Cigna
Features :
$1,500 per person annual maximum
$1,000 orthodontic lifetime maximum

Vision

Provider : Vision Service Plan
Features :
Eye Exam $10 Copay
Frames $150 Allowance Annually

Life Insurance

Provider : Ochs Securian Financial
Coverage :
$50,000 Basic Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (Paid by the City)
$10,000 Group Term Life for Spouse (Paid by the City)
Supplemental Life Insurance: Up to $500,000

Flexible Spending Account

Provider : Flores
Features :
Pre-tax Medical Spending Account
Pre-tax Dependent Care Account

Supplemental Insurance Policies

Provider : Aflac
Accident
Short-Term Disability
Critical Illness
Hospital Indemnity
Life Insurance

Retirement Benefits
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
Statewide retirement system
7% employee contribution
City contributes 2 to 1
Optional Deferred Compensation

457 Plan and ROTH IRA available through Mission-Square
Other Benefits
Holidays
13 paid holidays per calendar year:
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Good Friday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Friday after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
One additional floating holiday for regular, full-time employees

Vacation

Earned based on years of service:
0-5 years: 14 days
6 years: 15 days
7 years: 16 days
8 years: 17 days
9 years: 18 days
10-14 years: 19 days
15 years or more: 20 days

Employees working a 24-hour shift, including sleeping time, will have each shift counted as two 12-hour days.
Sick Leave

6 days per calendar year.
Educational Reimbursement

With prior approval of the employee's supervisor and Department Director, the City may reimburse up to 100 % of the cost of tuition, books, lab fees, etc. for work-related courses or degree plans associated with the employee's current responsibilities or workshops/seminars and professional training sessions. This is based on the successful completion of required course(s) with a passing grade of C or better. The maximum reimbursement is $3000 per Fiscal Year.
Contact the City's HR/OD Department for benefits summary, rates and additional details...
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Provider: Alliance Work Partners
8 free counseling visits per family member, per issue, per year.
Wellness Program

Free/reduced health screenings, health fairs, and free memberships to the Tennis & Recreation Center.
Fun Benefits

Annual events like the Employee Holiday Luncheon's, and Public Service Recognition Week.