NO. OF POSITION(S): Two (2)
WORK LOCATION: Incumbent will conduct the majority of work at one of the Department of Technology site located at City Hall, #1 Dr. Carton B. Goodlett Place; however, there may be situations where the incumbent will be required to work at other sites throughout the City of San Francisco.
NATURE OF WORK: Candidate must be willing to work a 10-39 hour on an as-needed basis as determined by the department. Some tasks may require the lifting, carrying or moving, equipment weighing up to fifty (50) lbs.
DESCRIPTION OF DEPARTMENT: The City and County of San Francisco's government television channel, SFGTV, San Francisco cable channel 26 & 78, is a division of the Department of Technology. Programming on the channel consists of gavel-to-gavel coverage of all Board of Supervisors meetings, Mayoral press conferences and various other commission/authority/council meetings, computer-generated text and graphics and in-house produced programs that educate and inform the public on government-related activities.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under immediate supervision, provides technical Support in the production, recording and distribution of video programming to Support the goals of the BTOP grant, and insure adequate technical and aesthetic quality in the finished product. The type of programs produced will focus on local issues affecting the communities, cultural and arts programs and youth recreational activities programs.
The Media Production Technicians assigned duties include serving as video producer in developing new programs and coordinating video shoots. Duties may include:
- Transport, setup and operate video equipment for coverage of events and other television productions. The equipment may include video cameras, recorders and switchers, lights, set pieces, props, microphones, and audio mixers.
- Monitor video and audio signal strength and quality throughout recording and post-production, and make necessary adjustments.
- Operate Computer graphics systems to add titles, credits, and lower-thirds to productions and recordings.
- Edit video programs using Avid and/or FinalCut Pro editing applications
- Encode video for broadcast and streaming on the internet, adding index points and updating the Video on Demand webpage.
- Perform outreach, office, Clerical and record keeping functions using e-mail and Microsoft Office Computer applications, assembling packet materials, communicate in writing and verbally with public and city and performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
Two (2) years of broadcast production experience.
Substitution: Certificate from a recognized media production program; OR possession ofa baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in broadcasting.
Possession of a current and valid Drivers
ADDITIONAL DESIRABLE SKILLS AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Possession of a degree from an accredited college or university with major
coursework in Broadcasting or Electronic Communication Arts or other related
media fields.
Approximately two (2) years (full time) of verifiable professional broadcast and/or
video production work experience that requires working in studio and field
production using various audio and video equipment.
Experience with using character generator software and/or paint programs such as
Inscriber Character Generator systems and Photoshop.
Intermediate level PC Computer skills including MS WORD, EXCEL, Windows XP/7 or
similar software.
Eyesight and hearing must be sufficient to be able to critically judge the quality of
sound and video from A/V monitoring equipment (headphones, speakers,
televisionmonitor screens, waveform monitors, vectorscopes, VU meters, etc.) in
bothproduction, post production, and playback.
Ability to work independently or collaboratively as a team member.
Technical expertise with a good sense for creativity.
How to Apply:
Applications for this City and County of San Francisco position will be accepted through an online process only. Mailed, hand delivered or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Visithttp://www.jobaps.com/sfto begin the application process.
- Click and select 1766 Media Production Technician (PEX-1766-058454)
- Click on Apply and read and acknowledge the information
- Click on I am a New User if you have not previously registered, or on I have REGISTERED PREVIOUSLY
- Follow instructions given on the screen.
Upon successful submittal of the application online, you will receive a notification on the screen, as well as an e-mail, acknowledging the receipt of your application materials.
Computer kiosks are located in the lobby of the Department ofHuman Resources, 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco. CA 94103. The hours of operation are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Selection Procedure:
Applications will be screened for relevant qualifying experience. Additional screening mechanisms may be implemented in order to determine candidates qualifications. Only those applicants who most closely meet the needs of the Agency will be invited to participate in the selection process. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement to the interview.
Verification of Experience/Education: Verification of experience/education may be required at a later date. If verification is required, failure to provide it may result in disqualification from the selection process. Applicants who possess a degree that is from a foreign and/or non-accredited college or university may be required to provide an equivalency certification of the degree.
The application procedure is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need assistance to participate in this recruitment, contact Jacqueline Sanders (415) 581-3945, or in writing at Jacque.Sanders@sfgov.org. Notification in advance will enable the department and County to evaluate arrangements to reasonably accommodate your need.
THE CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
MINORITIES, WOMEN AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
