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Apply By: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Videographer & Editor

Job ID:

237891

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Provincial Services Division / Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services Branch

City:

Dryden

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Permanent

Job code:

02703 - Information Officer 2

Salary:

$1,428.25 - $1,687.23 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Use your creativity and technical expertise to make a real impact

As Videographer & Editor for the Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services branch, you'll lead the creation and distribution of multimedia content that informs, educates, and inspires. From recruitment campaigns and training tools to emergency response messaging, your work will help protect Ontario's forests and communities. You'll shape stories, manage multimedia assets, and provide expert advice – all while helping deliver critical messages to the public and stakeholders. You'll also support emergency response events. If this sounds like the opportunity you've been looking for, and you're ready to combine creativity with purpose, apply today and help us deliver communications that matter!

About the job

In this role, you will:

• develop and deliver branch communication strategies, plans, and outreach initiatives that align with ministry priorities
• create and manage multimedia content such as videos, photos, and e-learning materials, including scripting, filming, editing, and maintaining the branch photo/video library
• provide multimedia support across the branch, including training staff on editing tools
• lead special projects and promotional initiatives, such as video testimonials (for recruitment), safety and training videos, web content, brochures, multi-media presentations etc.
• research and analyze communication needs to design effective strategies and marketing programs, identify emerging issues, and develop clear, accurate materials for public and stakeholder audiences
• play a supporting role during emergency response events, and build strong communication networks within the branch and across ministries

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

The position requires the successful candidates to have a valid class G driver's license or equivalent as recognized by the province of Ontario. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidates providing proof that they have a valid driver's license upon being hired.

Communications, media relations and technical skills:

You can:

• apply knowledge of communications theory and techniques, planning methods, media relations, and publication processes to develop clear communication strategies and determine the appropriate style, tone and approach for communications materials
• use word processing, spreadsheets, graphics and desktop publishing tools to design and produce materials
• work with desktop publishing and graphic tools to develop titles, images, and edit videos
• apply creativity and design stills to develop materials that align with established standards (e.g. Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act) and frameworks

Research, analytical and problem-solving skills:

You can:

• analyze communication needs and develop strategies, plans, project management, and briefing materials
• demonstrate problem-solving skills by coordinating communications activities, addressing client concerns, and resolving production problems
• assess new technologies and equipment and evaluate requirements for upgrades

Communication skills:

You can:

• write and edit clear, accurate materials such as brochures, press releases, and ads, ensuring proper style, grammar, and flow
• translate technical or specialized information into plain language for the public while maintaining accuracy
• demonstrate oral communication and interpersonal skills to explain programs and initiatives, discuss client needs, and respond to queries from the public and media
• work collaboratively in a team environment and interact with various client groups in a professional and diplomatic manner

Planning and coordination skills:

You can:

• demonstrate planning skills to provide input for new training programs and simulation development
• coordinate projects through multiple revisions and provide clients with clear options
• manage several projects at the same time while meeting tight deadlines

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:

• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions

• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs

• many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups

• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more

Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package includes:

• a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)

• group health, dental, life and disability benefits

• a range of vacation and leave options

• an Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling services

In this role, you will also have the opportunity to work alongside a dedicated team of communications professionals who bring expertise, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of collaboration to everything they do.

Additional information:

Apply by:

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 11:59 pm EST

Position details:

• 1 English Permanent, 95 Ghost Lake Rd, Dryden, North Region

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 6

Category:

Communications; Marketing and Creative Services

Posted on:

Tuesday, January 6, 2026

How to apply:

• You must apply online.

• Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

• Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.

• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

Strengthening Ontario, together