What are the responsibilities and job description for the Photo & Video Content Specialist position at King County Library System?
Job #2025-00053
The King County Library System is seeking a Photo & Video Content Strategist to create compelling visual content that showcases the library’s programs, events, initiatives, and community impact across various platforms.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
Applicants must attach a current resume and cover letter which addresses why they are interested in the position and how they meet the qualifications listed.
About King County Library System (KCLS):
KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision, we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons, providing an unparalleled collection of library materials, resources, technology, services, and programs.
Approximately 1,000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 community library locations and patron engagement using direct outreach, programs, and virtual assistance. Our service area includes cities, towns, tribal lands, and unincorporated districts of King County, with the exception of the city of Seattle.
From a 2021-2022 comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report, of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area, almost half identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover, roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language.
The King County Library System values the diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures of all qualified individuals. We seek applicants that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other people of color), immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , individuals with disabilities, veterans, etc.
KCLS welcomes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as an opportunity to assist qualified individuals to participate in the job application or interview process and/or perform the essential functions of the position upon hire.
Need an accommodation to apply or interview? Call (425) 369-3224 or emailemployment@kcls.org.
KCLS ensures equal opportunities and consideration for all job applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. KCLS does not tolerate discrimination or harassment during any stage of employment, including in recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, leave of absence, compensation, or training.The items listed in this section are the key duties and responsibilities for this job and do not represent an exhaustive list. Our organization is dynamic and therefore duties may change based on business necessity; however, any new duties will remain within the scope of the job.
Secondary Duties
The items listed below are the minimum requirements for the job and are relevant to this position. The organization values both work experience and education and realizes that individuals take different paths to acquire knowledge.
Knowledge and Skills
Professional Licenses and Certifications
Work is performed in a typical office environment and in the library and community for engagement activities. Work may be performed outdoors. Work schedule may include occasional evening and/or weekend meetings or commitments. Extensive travel within the service area is required. Incumbent may be permitted hybrid telework schedule upon request.
The King County Library System is seeking a Photo & Video Content Strategist to create compelling visual content that showcases the library’s programs, events, initiatives, and community impact across various platforms.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
- Tell stories through high-quality photo images and video
- Ensure visual content is accessible, well-organized, and aligned with brand standards
- Collaborate with library staff to elevate communications and marketing strategies
Applicants must attach a current resume and cover letter which addresses why they are interested in the position and how they meet the qualifications listed.
About King County Library System (KCLS):
KCLS has a vision of a world where knowledge allows diverse communities to prosper and grow. In order to support this vision, we create opportunities through meaningful connections by acting as the knowledge sharing center for over 1.5 million diverse patrons, providing an unparalleled collection of library materials, resources, technology, services, and programs.
Approximately 1,000 engaged and passionate staff provide service in 50 community library locations and patron engagement using direct outreach, programs, and virtual assistance. Our service area includes cities, towns, tribal lands, and unincorporated districts of King County, with the exception of the city of Seattle.
From a 2021-2022 comprehensive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Assessment Demographics and Language Report, of the more than 1.5 million residents who live within the KCLS service area, almost half identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover, roughly one-third of the KCLS community speaks a language other than English as their first language.
The King County Library System values the diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and cultures of all qualified individuals. We seek applicants that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and other people of color), immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA , individuals with disabilities, veterans, etc.
KCLS welcomes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities as an opportunity to assist qualified individuals to participate in the job application or interview process and/or perform the essential functions of the position upon hire.
Need an accommodation to apply or interview? Call (425) 369-3224 or emailemployment@kcls.org.
KCLS ensures equal opportunities and consideration for all job applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. KCLS does not tolerate discrimination or harassment during any stage of employment, including in recruiting, hiring, promotion, termination, leave of absence, compensation, or training.The items listed in this section are the key duties and responsibilities for this job and do not represent an exhaustive list. Our organization is dynamic and therefore duties may change based on business necessity; however, any new duties will remain within the scope of the job.
- Collaborates with department strategists to identify, prioritize, and generate visual content ideas for events, campaigns, and special projects of focus that contribute to communications and marketing strategy.
- Captures photo images and video content to document and promote library activities and initiatives for internal, external, and public communication use.
- Produces and edits videos and photo images for various outlets, including but not limited to print products, social media and other online channels, and high-definition broadcast.
- Coordinates shoot schedules, timelines, and other logistics.
- Creates storyboards or visual outlines for projects to ensure clear storytelling and effective messaging.
- Obtains and organizes image release forms from patron photo/video subjects.
- Manages KCLS digital asset management system and photo archives in coordination with Graphics, utilizing names, permissions, and keyword tags for efficient and appropriate access. Develops a library of stock photography and video assets for future KCLS use.
- Oversees and maintains equipment inventory (e.g., backgrounds, cameras, lighting). Recommends equipment enhancements.
- Ensures visual content adheres to KCLS brand standards and meets accessibility standards.
- Participates in tracking engagement metrics and assessing the impact of visual content on various platforms to inform future projects and improve effectiveness.
Secondary Duties
- Provides back up support to related positions.
- Maintains professional knowledge and skills to provide relevant subject matter expertise.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Core Competencies
Each KCLS position has job-specific competencies. These competencies describe characteristics needed for optimum performance in the position. In addition, there are organizational competencies applicable to all positions at KCLS that encompass the culture and set expectations for how work is performed.
Organizational Competencies
Job-Specific Competencies
Education and ExperienceEach KCLS position has job-specific competencies. These competencies describe characteristics needed for optimum performance in the position. In addition, there are organizational competencies applicable to all positions at KCLS that encompass the culture and set expectations for how work is performed.
Organizational Competencies
- Valuing Diversity
- Customer Focus
- Ethics, Values and Judgement
- Professional and Technical Knowledge
Job-Specific Competencies
- Organizing and Planning
- Teamwork/Collaboration
- Work Quality
- Vision and Strategic Thinking
The items listed below are the minimum requirements for the job and are relevant to this position. The organization values both work experience and education and realizes that individuals take different paths to acquire knowledge.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Five years’ experience in a professional photography and videography setting, including production, editing, and event organization.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the necessary qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position will be considered.
Knowledge and Skills
- Professional video production, including lighting and audio.
- Video editing, including mastering and color correction using various software.
- Professional photography production, including candid, still, portrait, and photojournalism.
- Advanced knowledge of photo/video cameras and optics systems.
- Working knowledge of digital asset management.
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative suite.
- Skills to prioritize work and handle various tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Skills to project manage and meet personal and team deadlines.
- Highly organized and detail oriented.
- Flexible and adaptive to changing needs.
- Demonstrated collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Professional Licenses and Certifications
- A valid Washington State driver’s license is required.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will:
Occasionally sit throughout work shift and will frequently stand and walk.
Frequently reach out at chest level with hands and arms and occasionally reach up or down.
Constantly use hands in conjunction with finger use. Keyboarding may be repetitive up to frequently.
- Occasionally bend or stoop at the waist or squat and crouch.
Change tasks depending upon the shift.
Require extensive close work including use of a computer monitor.
Occasionally operate foot controls. Frequently and carry lift up to 10 lbs., occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. and carry up to 35 lbs., and seldom carry up to 50 lbs.
Frequently push or pull carts and wheeled equipment with light force and occasionally up to moderate force.
Work is performed in a typical office environment and in the library and community for engagement activities. Work may be performed outdoors. Work schedule may include occasional evening and/or weekend meetings or commitments. Extensive travel within the service area is required. Incumbent may be permitted hybrid telework schedule upon request.
Salary : $88,035 - $107,007
