Communications-Content Producer Level II-(Visual Media Focus)

OPEN:JOB TITLE:January 23 2026CONTENT PRODUCER LEVEL I AND II (VISUALCLOSE: February 13 2026 MEDIA Focus)DEPARTMENT:COMMUNICATIONSREPORTS To:COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR OR DESIGNEEHOURS: 40 HRS/ WK- FULL TIMESALARY:BASED ON SALARY MATRIXBENEFITS*REQUISITION: 848*Salaries are market competitive. For accurate salary information call or email iobs@ puyallu ptribe-n . The Puyallup Tribe of Indians provides a generous benefits package thatincludes employer paid medical dental vision life insurance a retirement/401(k) plan with profit sharingpaid holida ys and paid time o ff including birthday REQUIREMENTS:ResumeCandidates need to submit AND if invited to interview also bring at least 5 examples of work that show ability to produce short-form videos long-form videos and content for social media. Links to the work are SUMMARY:This position is responsible for creating content for the Communications Department. This position works as a team member in support of the Puyallup Tribe of I is expected to handle moderately complex work assignments and disseminates content. Sound judgment and the ability to establish priorities to determine the best methods to accomplish work is expected. Application of general office fundamentals including operating office equipment basic math and the ability to follow written and oral instructions is II acts as a Team Lead when needed and deals with highly complex content projects and is expected to act as a resource to others; work assignments involve creative thinking and the ability to make non-routine decisions. Interruptions and changing priorities are regular occurrences and tight deadlines create job DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThis position will be assigned duties and responsibilities operating within Communications to include multimedia content creation that supports the overall operation of the department. The position may be assigned to focus on writing or visual media although as department workloads change this position will be expected to provide support where I Writing FocusDevelop written articles photo and/or video ideas and contribute to the Communications Departments editorial calendar of topics to cover.2 Create a variety of written content for use with the Communications Departments channels. This may include long- and short-form written articles for Puyallup Tribal News website copy social media promotion copies print publication copy newsletter content employee email announcements and press written material. Visual Media FocusCreate a variety of multimedia content for use with the Communications Departments channels. This may include photographs digital graphics long form and short-form videos and streaming with visual media as needed posting to the Tribes website and to Facebook Instagram YouTube coordination with the visual media Duties and ResponsibilitiesResearch and respond to internal and external requests for information answer questions and either route or resolve issues and event information into calendars both owned by and external to the Tribe as neededAssist with media relations and events for the Tribe as needed under the direction of the communications director or other to crisis communications response as other duties as II - all of Level I duties and the following:Plans and implements complex content projects such as multi-day multimedia series. Maintains a proactive attitude. Example for illustration purposes only: Under supervision of content manager researches and serves as lead writer for a three-part Puyallup Tribal News series including outlining main stories and identifying worthwhile supplemental videos sidebars and photo essays that other staff or contractors can produce and under content managers supervision negotiating areas of responsibility within the content as team lead for public relations or other content projects that involve multiple employees contract contributors and/or departments. Examples for illustration purposes only: Under supervision of content manager leading Firecracker Alley public relations and promotions including outlining work plan coordinating vendors and billing throughcommunications coordinators and serving as lead writer but also working with contractors to produce supplemental RESPONSIBILITIESThis position has no supervisory responsibilities. May act as a team lead for specific AND REQUIREMENTSTo perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential and ExperienceLevel I: HS Diploma/GED required. Bachelors degree from an accredited college in Marketing Communications or Journalism or a related field strongly preferred. Depending on focus area candidates should demonstrate strong writing skills and understanding of grammar or strong video and photography skills. Understanding of effective social media use and other digital best practices a plus. Digital photo editing experience a plus. Candidates should be able to write effective content specifically for website and social media. Audio/visual experience such as with streaming live on location events a II: All of the Level I requirements and at least two years of content production experience. Candidates may be hired as level II if they are able to demonstrate that they meet the level II requirements. Employees hired as a level I may move to a level II after two years of experience in the position and must demonstrate the ability to perform level II duties and successfully execute I and II:Intermediate to extensive knowledge of word processing is required. Ability to use digital content tools such as cameras and social media platforms. Working knowledge of Associated Press style strongly in web-based communications and knowledge of web editing skills of and/or willingness to learn local Tribal culture needed. Cultural sensitivity is highly important. Experience in covering Tribal events a plus. Sensitivity and appreciation for Elders youth and other members of this and neighboring Tribes is have experience in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information. Must be able to work long hours and carry an unpredictable SkillsAbility to read analyze and interpret general business instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to follow oral instructions and write news and feature stories using correct English grammar spelling punctuation and SkillsAbility to add subtract multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate ration and AbilityAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized CertificatesMust have and maintain a valid and unrestricted Washington State driver s license and proof of insurance. Drivers License restrictions must not prevent the employee from complying with the Tribes Vehicle Use Policy or driving a GSA vehicle. Must have a drone pilots license or the ability to obtain one within 90 days of RequirementsMust have reliable demonstrate strong communication skills both written and oral. Must demonstrate an eye for be able to multi-task and set DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential the ability to operate a personal computer multi-line telephone calculator facsimile and the ability to read write communicate and interpret information accurately in the ability to concentrate and consistently produce accurate performing the duties ofthis job the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or employee frequently is required to stand and employee is frequently required to stand and stoop kneel crouch or employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential noise level is physical exertion is low to employee is frequently exposed to outside weather to hazardous materials in travel using employees own be required to work nights weekends or Puyallup Tribe of Indians reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of PREFERENCE EMPLOYER AS REQUIRED BY LAWH o w T o A p p l y:Apply online at Application Tips:1. If you are using a PC use Chrome. If you are using a MAC use Safari.2. Upload additional documents (resume cover letter letters of recommendation proof of Indian blood etc.) to the resume tab as one (1) PDF file or email documents to and we can add them to your online application. Please send in copies of any degrees or certificates that you have been awarded.3. Indian Hiring Preference send in the appropriate documentation for the category you select. If you have any questions about the hiring preference policy or what document to send in email us at or call .4. Provide 3 references (we cannot obtain references from direct family members mother father grandparents sisters brothers or children and this includes in laws). One reference must be your most recent supervisor. We prefer the rest of your references to include co-workers subordinates or other supervisors but we can accept a personal reference from someone who is familiar with your work ethic habits and attendance. You can send in letters of recommendation to To add more employment education references etc. click on the small sign at the top right corner of the page.6. When entering salaries only use numbers. Do not use any other characters (such as . or $)7. After you submit your application you will receive an email confirmation. If you do not receive an email please call the office to confirm submission.*Please do not wear perfumes colognes or strong scents to your interview. Some employees are you have any questions about the positions or the online application please call or email Puyalupabsh Tacoma WA 98404