Media Services Technician

City of New York•New York, NY

About The Position

The Kings County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a versatile and motivated Multimedia Services Technician to join its Multimedia Division. The division supports courtroom technology, litigation technology, and studio production. The technician must be adaptable, technically proficient, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, with assignments that may rotate among Court Operations, Litigation Technology, Studio Production, and other multimedia initiatives according to departmental priorities and operational needs. The role includes preparing and presenting digital evidence; producing, editing, and recording video; setting up and maintaining equipment; providing courtroom audiovisual support; and other multimedia duties. Technicians provide technical support to Assistant District Attorneys, prepare evidence, maintain equipment for grand jury proceedings, trials, and hearings, and may be required to testify in court to corroborate evidence. A valid New York State motor vehicle driver license is required by appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.

Requirements

Meet one of the listed education and experience pathways: a bachelor's degree with 24 semester credits in specified technical or production fields; an associate degree with 12 specified credits and one year of relevant full-time experience; an applicable vocational or technical certificate or diploma and two years of relevant full-time experience; a high school diploma or equivalent and three years of relevant full-time experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. All candidates must have a four-year high school diploma or equivalent.
Have a motor vehicle driver license valid in New York State by appointment and maintain it throughout employment.
Have detailed knowledge of audio and video production, including redaction, extraction, video blurring, editing, video formats, and conversions.
Be knowledgeable about office procedures and protocols.
Be willing to learn all aspects of the Multimedia Division and work across assignments as operational needs require.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of technical-related work, preferably in computer technology and video production.
Customer support and troubleshooting skills.
Working knowledge of codecs, video players, and other software.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and PowerPoint.
Experience with digital audio and video editing software such as Adobe Audition, Premiere, or Final Cut Pro.
Experience and familiarity with Adobe Suite, including Premiere Pro and Audition.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Working knowledge of current, future, and older Windows CPUs and software.

Responsibilities

Transport, set up, install, and operate audio and visual equipment; record or play back testimony, statements, press conferences, training sessions, and other office events and activities.
Record video and video statements of defendants, victims, and witnesses at remote locations, including precincts, hospitals, courtrooms, crime scenes, and surveillance locations.
Record and support the setup of agency-related training sessions, conferences, and events at in-house and remote locations.
Retrieve surveillance video, still photos, and 360-degree photos from remote locations.
Redact, extract, blur, and edit videos, including handling video formats and conversions.
Support data entry and track and update information charts.
Help enhance training presentation materials and PowerPoint presentations, and set up training rooms.
Perform preventive maintenance on audiovisual recording and playback equipment, including video cameras, laptop and computer components, videocassette recorders, public microphones, sound systems, and related accessories.
Provide courtroom technology support to Assistant District Attorneys, including evidence preparation and equipment maintenance for grand jury proceedings, trials, and hearings.
Learn and follow office procedures and protocols to perform assigned duties.
Testify in court as a witness to corroborate evidence.