Salary Range
8,092.00 - 12,138.00 Job Summary
The City of Vancouver is a great place to work. If you are a driven individual ready to do meaningful work in a progressive organization, this is your opportunity. Come lead a talented team focused on informing and engaging our community through government-focused programming!
We’re currently recruiting for a Video Services Manager. The primary responsibilities for the job are to manage all aspects of Clark Vancouver Television (CVTV), including: Cable franchise management; planning and developing programming; technical operations, including equipment installation/maintenance; financial and administrative management, including budgeting and grants; strategic planning; interagency coordination; staff management.
This is a full-time, regular, exempt position. The schedule for this position is M-F, 8am to 5pm.
At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to paying our employees fairly, equitably, and competitively. City salaries are structured so that the midpoint of the salary range approximates the amount typically paid for the job in this geographic area. Candidates with experience supporting their ability to come in and hit the ground running may receive a starting salary around the midpoint of the listed salary range. Actual salary at offer is influenced by a host of factors, including a candidate’s relevant experience, education, licensure, certifications, and internal equity. The higher end of the listed pay range indicates the salary growth potential of the position.
Open until filled with a first review on December 1, 2026. Job Details
Essential Functions:
Develop, implement, and measure CVTV’s strategic direction in close collaboration with the Communications Director, continuously evaluating and refining operational plans to maximize access to local government and develop engaging content.
Oversee and participate in the production and direction of live and taped programs, including gavel-to-gavel public meetings coverage, studio talk shows, election coverage, employee training, video content for social media, and other programming as appropriate; Develop program ideas and write scripts for City and County programming
Oversee the development and execution of content strategies for the CVTV website and affiliated social media channels; manage day-to-day operations and administration; track and analyze performance metrics to drive continuous improvement and audience engagement.
Administer programming and operating policies and procedures, updating as necessary to meet evolving needs and technology.
Develop and manage the division’s budget; monitor expenditures to ensure budget adherence. Find opportunities for new revenue or cost recovery; Plan and manage capital grant development, purchasing, installation, and track maintenance of video production equipment across multiple locations in the city and county.
Provide staff support to the Telecommunications Commission as well as County Council and City Council on cable-related issues by preparing informational packets, communicating with the commission and elected officials, and organizing meetings.
Oversee cable franchise for the City and County by negotiating cable franchises, monitoring cable company performance, assisting in resolving customer concerns, updating elected officials on issues, and coordinating services with local access providers.
Recruit, onboard, and develop production team members; facilitate ongoing training and professional growth and address performance gaps; provide regular feedback and perform annual performance evaluations.
Research, compile and analyze data for programming, special projects and reports.
Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Experience and Education
5 years of managing public television, producing video content, budgeting, people management and regulatory compliance
Bachelor’s degree in Broadcasting, Communications, Television and Film Production, or…