Arizona Public Service generates reliable, affordable and clean energy for 2.7 million Arizonans. Our service territory stretches across the state, from the border town of Douglas to the vistas of the Grand Canyon, from the solar fields of Gila Bend to the ponderosa pines of Payson. As the state’s largest and longest-serving energy provider, our more than 6,000 dedicated employees power our vision of creating a sustainable energy future for Arizona.
Since our founding in 1886, APS has demonstrated a strong commitment to our customers in one of the country’s fastest growing states, earning a reputation for customer satisfaction, shareholder value, operational excellence and business integrity.
Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated people of our company who demonstrate the principles outlined in the APS Promise: Design for Tomorrow, Empower Each Other and Succeed Together.
Summary
The Video Producer is responsible for managing and producing high-quality video content for APS and Pinnacle West that supports training, recruiting, marketing, internal and external communications, and social media initiatives. This role oversees all phases of video production, from concept development and planning through filming, editing, and final delivery, ensuring content aligns with organizational goals and brand standards.
The position coordinates production activities with a variety of stakeholders, including APS employees, internal creative teams, contracted resources, third-party vendors, and external agencies such as advertising firms, television stations, publications, and digital media partners. The Video Producer ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with a high level of creativity, technical quality, and audience engagement.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Video or Film Production, Videography, Broadcast Communications or related field and five (5) years experience in video production or related field OR an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Working knowledge of audio/video production and editing tools (AVID and/or FinalCut) and related technologies
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience performing any of the technical skills related to video production (scriptwriting, videography, editing, etc).
- A working knowledge of tape and tapeless HD formats.
- Familiarity with web content development tools and software.
- Experience in producing interviews, testimonials, training, and related corporate media.
- Ability to manage people and projects. Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and internet.
Major Accountabilities
1) Manage the video production process from pre-production through production and post-production, including managing pre-production work, script writing/selection, casting, staging, coordinating production (camera, lighting, audio, support, directing, etc.) and post-production work (editing and f/x to finish product release). Exercise a high-degree of confidentiality as needed.
2) Produce and deliver HD video assets for distribution via TV, DVD, web, and social media.
3) Coordinate and oversee production tasks with various parties and stakeholders; including internal employees, internal and contracted resources, 3rd party vendors and external agencies (advertisement agencies, TV stations/networks, publications, web sources).
4) Manage projects to specific budgets and timelines.
5) Work cross functionally in a corporate environment to translate functional specifications into media products.
6) Conceive ideas for individual segments and overall production(s).
7) Conduct interviews; develop scripts, and producing elements.
8) Perform other duties as assigned.
Export Compliance / EEO Statement
This position may require access to and/or use of information subject to control under the Department of Energy's Part 810 Regulations (10 CFR Part 810), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) (15 CFR Parts 730 through 774), or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) (22 CFR Chapter I, Subchapter M Part 120) (collectively, 'U.S. Export Control Laws'). Therefore, some positions may require applicants to be a U.S. person, which is defined as a U.S. Citizen, a U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), a Political Asylee, or a Refugee under the U.S. Export Control Laws. All applicants will be required to confirm their U.S. person or non-US person status. All information collected in this regard will only be used to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws, and will be used in full compliance with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of national origin and other factors. For positions at Palo Verde Nuclear Generating Stations (PVNGS) all openings will require applicants to be a U.S. person.
Pinnacle West Capital Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates ('Pinnacle West') maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all phases of the employment process and in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. This policy of nondiscrimination shall include, but not be limited to, recruiting, hiring, promoting, compensating, reassigning, demoting, transferring, laying off, recalling, terminating employment, and training for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, disability, age, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other classification or characteristic protected by law.
For more information on applicable equal employment regulations, please refer to EEO is the Law poster. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of every person hired to work in the United States, refer to E-Verify poster. View the employee rights and responsibilities under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the Company is committed to a work environment that is free from the effects of alcohol and controlled substances, and free from the abuse or inappropriate use of prescribed and over-the-counter medications. The Company requires employees to be subject to drug and alcohol testing that is job-related and consistent with business necessity, regulatory requirements and applicable laws.
Hybrid: Employees in hybrid roles work both in their home offices (virtually) and alongside their colleagues (in person).
In order for employees to build strong relationships and to promote meaningful in-person interactions, hybrid employees are expected to work about 40% of their time in-person at an APS or other (non-home office) location.
- Employees are expected to reside in Arizona (or New Mexico for Four Corners-based employees).
- Working from a home office requires adequate technology and an appropriate ergonomic set up.
- Role types are subject to change based on business need.
