Media Production Assistant (PT)

City of Menifee•Menifee, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction of assigned supervisor, develops and generates creative multimedia content for a variety of platforms that include cablecast, web, social media and print. The Media Production Technician coordinates visual and auditory city-wide communications activities and production services related to both recorded and live media coverage. Operates video and still cameras, edits video and photos, provides writing services, and performs related production functions. May appear on-camera in supportive of hosting needs. This is an at-will, part-time position without benefits. Positions may end at any time, and there is no guarantee of hours. Work hours for part-time positions are scheduled based on operational need and typically do not exceed 1,000 hours in a fiscal year from July 1 through June 30, unless further authorized. Incumbents may be required to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings, holidays, weekends, and split-shifts.

Requirements

All phases of television production, including live and taped cable-casting.
Technologies and advances in both analog and digital video formats.
Non-linear video editing, including single and multi-source.
Electronics of sound equipment including audio mixing consoles, digital records, amplifiers, video monitors, still and video cameras, sound equipment, and broadcast switchers and related studio equipment Audio equipment and television program creation, development and production.
Methods and procedures used in the operation of sound equipment.
Maintenance and troubleshooting for all assigned equipment.
Social media live streaming methods
On-camera hosting techniques and voice over recordings.
City policies and procedures
Plan, direct, script, edit, and produce live and tape video programing.
Work flexible hours, week-ends and holidays to document various civic events.
Operate sophisticated television equipment including cameras, lights, video recorders, microphones, and graphic equipment.
Prepare reports and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, fellow employees and the public.
Operate personal computers and related software.
Time and general project management.
Follow oral and written instructions
High school graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED).
Three (3) years of experience in professional media production.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License by time of appointment.

Nice To Haves

An Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in communications, journalism, television production or a closely related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Script, record, and edit commercials and monitor the televising of live government meetings and event; script, record, and edit long format television shows; photograph various content.
Coordinate production services related to both taped and live telecasts, video programs, and training films.
Set up, operate and maintain studio, production facilities, and field production elements and equipment including scheduling and staffing, television cameras, video records, microphones, lights and graphic equipment; performs video production activities for gatherings, council meetings, and other governmental events.
Direct program production from original concept to completed project; attend and participate in various meetings to ensure the completion of all necessary production tasks; communicate with other city departments teams to help create a cohesive product for the City.
Assist with special events and ensure proper public awareness of City programs through video documentation.
Research, recommend, and implement new equipment and technologies.
Perform other duties as assigned.