Multimedia Coordinator - Communications & Outreach Division

About the Role

The Harris County Attorney's Office (HCAO) is seeking a Multimedia Coordinator to join our Communications and Outreach Division. This role offers a unique opportunity to help tell the story of our work through graphics, photography, and video. From concepting and shooting social content to designing graphics for email and print, you'll help elevate the visibility of our office and connect with the community. This position reports to the Multimedia Specialist and plays a key role in advancing the mission and initiatives of HCAO through strategic multimedia storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Create graphics for a variety of platforms and purposes, including social media, email, flyers, and other print and digital materials.
• Support content for HCAO's social media channels, including pulling elements together to create posts and posting to various platforms.
• Monitor and respond to HCAO's social media channels as necessary, in coordination with the Communications team.
• Report on social media and content engagement and performance, including compiling metrics and basic analysis.
• Capture and edit photo and video content to highlight the office's work, initiatives, and events.
• Support live event coverage, including press conferences, community events, and major announcements.
• Collaborate on the development of digital campaigns, including graphics, social media assets, and printed materials such as flyers and brochures.
• Assist in upholding brand consistency across all visual communications.
• Contribute to overall Communications and Outreach Division efforts, including event support and internal communications.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of two (2) to four (4) years of experience with graphic design, content creation, and photo/video production.
• Minimum of two (2) to four (4) years of experience in relevant positions where similar skills were utilized.
• An Associate Degree may be substituted for additional experience.
• Strong working knowledge of related equipment and software.
• Experience creating graphics for a variety of formats and use cases (e.g., social media, email, flyers).

Skills

• Familiarity with photo and video capture, editing, and production, as well as related lighting and camera equipment.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube) and content optimization for each.
• Ability to attend events that occur outside of typical working hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and problem solve when needed.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (especially Premiere Pro, Photoshop, and Illustrator) or other comparable design and editing software is preferred.
• Experience with social media scheduling or analytics tools is preferred.

Preferences

• Previous experience working on a communications or media team.
• A sincere interest in public service and/or local government.
• Experience or interest in working with diverse communities.

About the Organization

Located in downtown Houston, HCAO serves as the chief civil law office for Harris County, Texas’s largest county. The office represents Harris County government, the Harris County Flood Control District, the Harris County Toll Road Authority, and multiple emergency network agencies in civil legal matters. The office also provides legal advice and counsel to County elected officials, appointed officials, departments, and employees. With more than 300 attorneys and staff, the office handles a broad range of public law, including general counsel services, defensive litigation, affirmative and special litigation, employment, environmental enforcement, real estate, property tax, compliance and revenue, child protective services, disability and elder law, hospital district representation, communications and outreach, and the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library.

County Attorney Abbie Kamin leads the office with a focus on effective legal representation, sound public administration, professionalism, and service to Harris County. Kamin is a native Houstonian, attorney, and public servant who has represented District C on Houston City Council since 2020. She earned her J.D., cum laude, from American University Washington College of Law and her B.A., cum laude, from Tulane University.

Schedule

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, however work hours may vary depending on departmental needs.

Benefits

Total compensation includes attractive paid leave programs, health benefits, and retirement plans. The position is also eligible for the accrual of compensatory time off for hours worked over 40 in a workweek, consistent with Harris County personnel policies and procedures.