Audio-Visual Operator​/Technician

Must be available to work every Monday evening and occasional additional evening work as needed. Note that meetings may run past midnight on occasion.

This is a temporary, non-benefitted position.

Seeking person with:

• Technical expertise with live video production
• Ability to take direction and follow rules and procedures
• Good judgment in making live editorial decisions
• Capacity to remain calm under pressure
• Exceptional communication skills
• Demonstrated reliability

Responsibilities include:

• Producing high-quality live broadcasts of City meetings by operating camera, audio and broadcasting equipment
• Providing general production support to ensure smooth broadcast and recording of meetings
• May include minor post-production editing and archiving

Example of Duties:

• Operates switching, audio control, camera equipment and teleconferencing software for the live broadcasting of public meetings.
• Inspects production equipment for proper operation, control, and safety;
  May make minor adjustments to equipment as necessary.
• Provides other general production support as directed to ensure meetings run smoothly.
• May tag and upload recordings into archive (records) system as needed.
• Performs post-production duties of editing, transferring files.

Required Knowledge of:

• Operating procedures, maintenance and various types of video production equipment and audio-visual equipment.
• Principles and techniques of video production including single and multi-camera events.
• Use of Zoom teleconferencing software.
• Computer applications related to the work.

Skill in:

• Operating and maintaining video production equipment, including cameras, switchers, audio equipment, computers and monitors.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.
• Preparing effective and accurate reports, correspondence, and other written materials;
  Keeping accurate record of work performed
• Representing the City effectively with the public.

Please note:

Cover Letter is preferred, but not required.