Now Hiring: New Media Director

By Tom Miller

In 2008 Portlanders receive information from a wider range of sources and media than ever before. Mayor-Elect Sam Adams believes he has a responsibility to keep up. We're hiring a Director of "New Media" to build and maintain our website (and blog), produce video, and manage all other "new media" functions.

This is a full-time position that requires the discipline of a journalist working on daily deadline combined with the creativity of an internet-savvy graphic designer. While previous experience in politics or policy-making is not required, an understanding of policy and politics is essential for success.

The workload is significant, the hours are long, but the range of benefits makes this a terrific job opportunity. To succeed, your motivation must be fueled by a passion for Portland and its success.

Our New Media Director will report to the Communications Director, but have a demonstrated ability and willingness to produce results with limited oversight. If you're a creative person with an eye for detail and a love for new and emerging technologies in service to the common good, this is your next job.

Necessary skills include:

Demonstrated understanding of principles related to interactive website development;
Expertise in Final Cut Express or Final Cut Pro for video editing and production for the website;
Working knowledge of HTML, Java Script, XML, Flash, Illustrator, Photoshop and other design tools;
Ability to shoot quality pictures and video.

Salary: Up to $55,00 DOE plus generous benefits package. To apply, submit a one-page cover letter, resume, maximum three-page writing sample (e.g. script), and maximum five-minute sample video to:

Tom Miller, Chief of Staff
Office of Mayor-Elect Sam Adams
Re: New Media Director
1121 SW 4th Avenue, Room 220
Portland, OR 97204

Position open until filled. No phone or email inquiries, please. Mayor-Elect Adams is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages people of all backgrounds to apply.