Senior Video Production Specialist

Salary : $104,777.88 – $133,884.60 Annually

Location : West Hollywood, CA

Job Type: Full-time Regular Status

Job Number: 23-50264-02

Department: Communications

Division: COM – Media & Marketing

Opening Date: 09/11/2023

Closing Date: 9/25/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

FLSA: Exempt

Bargaining Unit: WEHOME

JOB SUMMARY

Serves as lead staff member and performs a variety of complex professional functions related to standard and digital media production, including: developing, writing, producing and editing broadcast and streaming media programming; videotaping and conducting and/or directing live or recorded productions; producing programs; and monitoring broadcasts for quality control.

The Ideal Candidate Possess:

• Experienced digital content creator including proven expertise producing and editing engaging video content across platforms including social media.
• Skilled in writing, editing, producing, and directing; experienced in producing/directing end-to-end live shows and capturing community events.
• Creative, curious, fun, and flexible! Ready to go, and make it happen! Able to jump in, collaborate with others, and get projects done!
• Passionate for engaging the community in fun and creative ways!
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends.
• Passionate about the West Hollywood community; and ability to write/speak Spanish and/or Russian a plus!

Reports to: CATV Supervisor

Job Flyer:
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (All responsibilities may not be performed by all incumbents.)

• Carries out lead staff member responsibilities, including: training in job skills; assigning and directing work; assisting staff in resolving problems; making recommendations in performance appraisal; and reporting problems to supervisor.
• Develops, writes, produces, edits, and reviews programs in a variety of formats, and assists in the development of program ideas/concepts, including production standards, program research, music selection, and graphics creation.
• Coordinates and performs functions related to live meeting broadcasting for cable, web, and streaming services, including: maintaining, setting-up and operating production equipment; checking the operation of equipment and making adjustments; synchronizing and operating cameras, monitors and related equipment; setting up and operating lighting systems; providing directions to camera operators, sound technicians and other staff; directing live meeting broadcasts and coordinating all aspects of productions; disconnecting systems and packing and wrapping cameras, cables, microphones, etc.; organizing electronic files for archives and re-broadcasts; and completing timesheets, reports, and related administrative paperwork.
• Produces various standard and digital media productions (such as news bytes, public service announcements, etc.), including: developing and writing scripts; coordinating channel guides for programming; scheduling streaming media; coordinating subtitle vendors; coordinating staff and equipment requirements; renting equipment; setting up and operating equipment and lights; directing talent; and completing timesheets and related administrative paperwork.
• Edits standard and digital media productions using complex, technical systems; sets up and operates equipment; adds music and sound effects; labels tapes and completes post-production administrative paperwork.
• Assists with the development and production of digital media assets for the City’s social and emerging media programs and supports video and/or digital media projects among divisions to improve communications and community education/engagement.
• Assists in cable franchise functions, including: monitoring compliance and operations; maintaining records; and assisting with franchise renewals and related matters.

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Monitors live meeting broadcasts, streaming and web media, and other programming; assures quality control of programming.
• Prepares broadcast schedules; programs automated systems; updates bulletin board systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Maintains archive of programming.
• Maintains and upgrades knowledge, skills, and development by attending seminars and training programs and reading trade and professional journals and publications.
• Follows up on inquiries from various agencies, groups, etc.
• Disseminates a variety of information to various agencies, divisions, or departments.
• May serve as backup for other positions within the Communications Department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT USED: (Note: This is not an exhaustive list)

General Office Equipment

Testing and Monitoring Equipment

Video Editors

Audio Mixers

Microphones

Computer (PC and Mac)

Video Camera Equipment

Live Video Switcher

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in a related field; and,
• Three (3) to four (4) years of progressively responsible related experience; or,
• Any combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid California Drivers License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Applicable state, federal and local ordinances, codes, laws, rules and regulations and legislative issues.
• Cable and digital media/web/streaming programming concepts, techniques and practices.
• Television and video production, broadcast, and digital media/web/streaming methods and practices.
• Editing techniques.
• Video and audio signal processing and testing.
• Design, setup and operation of television and digital media/web/streaming systems and equipment.
• Cross-platform social/emerging media applications.
• Public relations principles and techniques.
• City government organization and operations.

Skill in:

• Planning, organizing, assigning, directing, reviewing and evaluating the work of staff.
• Using tact, discretion, initiative, and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Writing scripts.
• Developing programs in a variety of formats.
• Operating complex video, audio and lighting equipment.
• Researching, analyzing, compiling, interpreting and summarizing a variety of informational and statistical data and materials.
• Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
• Applying logical thinking to solve problems or accomplish tasks; to understand, interpret and communicate complicated policies, procedures and protocols.
• Communicating orally and in writing with staff, public, and City and governmental officials in order to give and receive information in a courteous manner.
• Using a computer and appropriate computer applications to perform the essential and important functions of the job.
• Operation and routine maintenance of general office machines, such as copiers, facsimile machines, and telephone systems.

Abilities:

• Ability to work in a complex political environment.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to learn and follow City and departmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate in English both orally and in writing at the appropriate level.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations at the appropriate level.
• Ability to analyze and resolve complex problems involving several variables.
• Ability to learn geography of the City.

While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; climb ladders; reach with hands and arms; speak and hear; and frequently push, pull and/or lift up to 20 pounds and occasionally push, pull and/or lift up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a normal office environment and in the field where there may be extreme temperatures, exposure to sun, dirt and/or dust.
• The incumbent will perform work in and around electrical equipment, cables, outlets, and electrical lines.
• Working time may require irregular hours, various shifts, weekends, holidays, and /or on-call status.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation for the specific disability will be made for the incumbent/applicant when possible.

Retirement
The City participates in the California Public Employees’ Retirement Systems (CalPERS). Retirement formula will be based on appointment date and membership status with CalPERS, e.g. 2.7% @ 55 for Classic Members (single highest year) or 2% @ 62 for New Members (average of three highest years). New Member employees are responsible for paying the employee contribution of one-half of the total normal cost of the plan, as defined by CalPERS, through a payroll deduction and Classic Members are responsible for paying the employee contribution of 8% through a payroll deduction. The City does not participate in Social Security.

• $150.00 per month 457 deferred compensation contribution paid by the City (employer contribution). Employee can also make employee contributions toward the same plan. Annual limited is dictated by the IRS.
• $100.00 per month Retiree Health Savings (RHS) account contribution paid by the City (employer contribution).

Health Benefits

• The City covers the full health insurance premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for the employee and eligible dependents, including children under the age of 26 (effective the 1st of the month following hire date).

Leaves

• Vacation Leave:
  • 80 hours – less than one year of service;
  • 120 hours – 2nd through 5th years of service;
  • 140 hours – 6th through 9th years of service;
  • 160 hours – after 10 years of service.
• Sick Leave: 96 hours per year.
• Personal Leave: 36 hours per year (prorated by quarter).
• 11 City paid holidays.
• 9/80 & 4/10 work schedule (depends on department/division’s operational needs)

Other Benefits

• Technology stipend ($75.00 per month).
• Annual MTA pass issued to all WEHOME employees.
• Life insurance equal to 1.5 times your annual salary, plus $20,000, to a maximum of $120,000 (effective the 1st of the month following hire date).
• Disability Insurance: 66 2/3% of salary to cap of $3,077 per week, after a 29-day elimination period.
• Optional Benefits: AFLAC, Supplemental Life Insurance, Pre-Paid Legal Services, Flexible Benefit Plan (FSA) for medical reimbursement and dependent care assistance and cash out of accrued Vacation and Administrative Leaves (if applicable).
• Tuition reimbursement at 100% of the fee schedule for the University of California (UC Tuition Resident fee) for job-related courses pre-approved by the Department Director (up to $13,752 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024) and Required Textbook reimbursement (up to $2,500 for Fiscal Year 2023-2024).

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The following Supplemental Questionnaire is part of the examination for this position and will be used in determining your qualifications. In order to receive every consideration in the selection process, you must complete all questions with concise but detailed answers and provide all requested information. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of your Employment Application. The hiring department will review each answer to evaluate your qualifications. Responses such as “See Resume” or “See Application” will result in your application not being considered.
Verification: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.
Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City of West Hollywood.
By continuing in the recruitment process, you are certifying that all information provided in the Supplemental Questionnaire is true to the best of your knowledge. If you are selected to continue in the recruitment process, your qualifications may be evaluated through employment verification, reference checks, and written, skill assessment, and oral examinations.
Select “Yes” to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.

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• No

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Briefly describe your experience as it relates to this position.

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Briefly describe your experience with directing live multi camera events.

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Briefly describe your experience in project pre-production.

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Briefly describe your experience with live field production and digital editing.

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As part of the application process, you are required to submit three (3) relevant portfolio examples including at least one produced for social media. Please upload your documents as PDF files when submitting your online application. Each document should not exceed a file size of 10MB.
If you have any questions or require assistance, please feel free to reach out to Ashley Reveles at areveles@weho.org with the subject line “Senior Video Production Specialist.”
*I have read the above directive and have attached the necessary documents. I understand that failure to include the required attachments may result in the disqualification of my application.

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• No

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