Media Specialist (Open Competitive)

Description

This recruitment will close on Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as this recruitment may close at any time.

Plans, develops, and produces content for broadcast on City media channels including community cable television, social media, and web.

Essential Job Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of duties and responsibilities is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Positions in this classification typically perform a full range of duties at a level of complexity represented by the following types of responsibilities:

• Performs pre-to-post production duties including producing, directing, camera operation, set up of studio and field production, editing, script writing, and talent roles;

• Trains and oversees employees, interns, and volunteers in video production work and standards;

• Schedules and assigns cameras, editing equipment, and employees for production work;

• Produces local feature segments, full-length programs, public service announcements and promotional material for the City's various media distribution channels;

• Coordinates with program originators for in-depth analysis of program parameters;

• Coordinates with appropriate departments(s) for any special programming requirements and/or requests;

• Schedules producers, talent, camera operators and editors;

• Set up, oversees, troubleshoots, and operates a variety of media production equipment and systems (hardware and software) including character generators, computer editing suites, audio mixers, video switchers and routers, video servers, green screen processors, and waveform/vector scopes;

• Maintains equipment, such as the studio, control room, and field production equipment used and may perform minor equipment repairs;

• Also maintains media assets, including archive of video, audio, and other related content;

• Teaches new employees, interns, and volunteers video equipment and technique;

• Conducts employee production meetings and workshops;

• Assists in the instruction of classes and community video workshops as needed;

• Assists in conducting community surveys and needs assessments;

• Gathers data and information and assists in the preparation of required reports and other written materials;

• May assist in, overseeing and evaluating work of part-time staff, interns, and volunteers;

• Regularly and predictably attends work; and

• Performs related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of:

• Film and/or Video production theory and practices;

• Editing systems and production equipment;

• Broadcast video principles and techniques as related to areas assigned;

• Computers and associated software programs used in video production;

• FCC rules and regulations pertaining to system operations;

• Basic principles and practices of supervision and evaluation; and

• Safe work practices.

Skill in:

• Directing the development and production of multi-media programs;

• Analyzing technical problems and identifying effective corrective action;

• Developing and implementing effective program procedures;

• Researching and developing program ideas and concepts;

• Communicating orally and in writing;

• Coordinating, directing, and organizing the work of others;

• Working under pressure and deadlines;

• Utilizing public relations techniques responding to inquiries and complaints;

• Supervising, training, evaluating and motivating employees, interns, and volunteers;

• Appearing for work on time;

• Following directions from a supervisor; Understanding and following posted work rules and procedures;

• Accepting constructive criticism; and

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, other City employees, elected officials, and the public.

Qualifications

Experience: Three (3) years increasingly responsible experience in television/video programming and production.

Education: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree (120 units) with major coursework in film or production, communications, or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Licensing/Certificates:Due to the performance of some field duties which require the operation of a personal or City vehicle, valid and appropriate California driver's license and acceptable driving record are required.

Physical Requirements: Incumbents in this classification may stand or sit for extended periods of time, lift, and carry related equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, reach, climb stairs and ladders.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions: Typical office environment with exposure to various environmental conditions during field production shoots and ability to work a flexible schedule in order to meet the needs of the City, including evening and weekend assignments.

Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of El Segundo employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City of El Segundo is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to build and sustain an environment that values diversity, welcomes opportunities to engage and understand others, and fosters a sense of belonging.