Media Production Technician

City of Riverside•Riverside, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Riverside, Department of Marketing & Communications, is accepting applications for the position of Media Production Technician to fill one (1) vacancy. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months. 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.

Requirements

High school graduation or satisfactory equivalent (GED)
Three (3) years of experience in professional media production
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid appropriate Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License

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
Television and multimedia production, including live and recorded broadcasts
Analog and digital video formats, production technologies, and workflows
Video editing techniques, including single and multi-source and nonlinear editing systems
Operating professional audio and audiovisual equipment, including mixers, microphones, consoles, and monitors
Planning, shooting, editing, and producing live and recorded television and multimedia content
Developing community-focused programming for broadcast and digital platforms
Operating professional production equipment, including cameras, lighting, audio, and graphics systems
Working flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support civic events and meetings
Clear and professional verbal and written communication
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, elected officials, and the public

Responsibilities

Script, record, and edit commercials and monitor the televising of live government meetings
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
Perform 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 within marketing team to help create a cohesive product for the City
Assist with special events and ensure proper public awareness of City programs through video documentation
Train and provide guidance part-time staff members and/or volunteers needed for live presentations
Research, recommend, and implement new equipment and technologies
Create videos and training materials for the City of Riverside
Assist with Emergency Operations Center (EOC) set up and operation
Perform other duties as assigned or required