What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Technician position at City of Mount Vernon?
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of TV-10 Production/Operation Supervisor, the Program Technician will assist in the production, operation, maintenance and programming of the City’s cable television channels and YouTube page.
Essential Functions: Essential functions may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Assists in the production of live and taped original programming for broadcast, social media, and internal distribution, including public City meeting coverage, long-format informational programs, multi-camera location productions, social media content, and public service announcements.
2. Assists the Production and Operations Supervisor with TV10/TV26 production, programming, and maintaining the Studio, including but not limited to video production, camera operation/setup, editing, publishing, creation of Community Message Board posts (SCALA), and basic channel/YouTube page upkeep.
3. Coordinates and collaborates with City staff and other public partners for video production.
4. Generates and helps develop original or assigned production ideas.
5. Other duties as assigned.
Preference may be given to bilingual candidates, particularly in Spanish/English.
Qualifications:
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Three years of experience in video and/or media production, broadcast journalism, or communications OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the desired knowledge, skills and abilities will be considered.
- Experience in public relations/public information duties, educational access participation and broadcast and/or print journalism.
- Valid Washington State Driver’s license and having a driving record acceptable to the City’s Insurance carrier.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Lighting techniques.
- Video camera operation.
- Sound systems.
- Film editing and producing.
Skills in:
- Using cameras, recording equipment, computers and other general office equipment.
- Video productions, video editing, audio/video programing techniques.
- Video editing software.
Ability to:
- Communicate clearly and effectively with tact, patience and courtesy.
- Work independently with little direction while remaining a member of the team
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Organize and plan work, materials and priorities.
- Learn new techniques/best practices.
- Operate audio/video equipment and software.
- Attend evening meetings and some weekend events.
- Maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
- Meet schedules and timelines and work under pressure of time deadlines.
- Bend, stoop and lift up to 50 pounds.
The successful candidate will be required to successfully pass a background check.
Effective August 16, 2021, all new hires to the City will be required as a condition of employment to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to start date. If you have questions or need an accommodation for this requirement due to a disability or religious reason, you can speak to our HR Department for further information.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Interested applicants must submit a cover letter and resume with their application. Applications must be received no later than 11:59 pm on Sunday, November 28, 2021. For additional information or a complete job description, please contact Human Resources at mvhr@mountvernonwa.gov.
The City of Mount Vernon provides and enforces a drug free workplace and maintains a smoke free work environment.
The City of Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.