Camera Operator jobs in Portsmouth, NH

As needed position in the Media Services Division. $10.00 per hour with a 4 hour minimum. Position is open until filled.

Performs highly responsible work supporting and maintaining the operation of the City's audio / video recording systems. This position focuses on the video recording of public meetings, generally during the evening hours.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position. The listed examples may not include all duties found in this class):

1. Provides professional, competent and timely service in the recording of public meetings. Excellent communications skills are required to efficiently and effectively provide information to employees and public board / commission members and the City Council on their use of audio / video recording services.

2. Arrive at least fifteen (15) minutes in advance of all public meetings. Operate audio / video equipment throughout entirety of meeting. Most meetings last approximately one to four hours.

3. Configure video equipment to broadcast on Channel 22 and record meeting to current recording media. Return Channel 22 to rolling presentation, or other current, media at close of meeting.

4. Assist public board / committee, City Council and employees liaisons with audio recording and conversion needs as required.

5. Works in a supportive role in the implementation, ongoing maintenance and upgrade of audio / video recording equipment in the City departments.

6. Evaluates trends in information and telecommunication technology, hardware, software and audio / video recording and makes recommendations to Director of Media Services regarding appropriate hardware, software and system needs.

7. Exercises discretion and maintains appropriate confidentiality concerning municipal related matters.

8. Coordinates activities with other employees, departments or agencies.

9. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, other departments and agencies, and the general public.

10. Maintains familiarity with and executes safe work procedures associated with assigned work.

11. Performs other related duties as required.