Production Assistant

Summary of Job

Employee takes part in all aspects of the production of Government Access Television programs including, but not limited to, live and/or videotaped coverage of government meetings; performs various television, video, and audio production duties in the TV Department's studio, editing facility, office, meeting rooms, and other locations. Employee performs photography and videography at public events, community activities, and official functions.

This is a year-round regular part time position. The Production Assistant works approximately 2 hours per night, one night a week, depending on length of meetings being videotaped. MUST be available the first, second, and third Monday of each month starting at 5:00 p.m. This position also works other hours when other employees are on vacation or sick, and will work at special events including parades, candidate forums, Riverfront Rendezvous, etc.

Tasks Routinely Performed

• Takes part in the production of City of Stevens Point Government Access TV programs including, but not limited to, live and videotaped coverage of government meetings.
• Transports, sets up, and operates the necessary equipment, performing the duties of Technical Director, Graphics Engineer, Audio Engineer, VTR Operator, Camera Operator, etc.
• Maintains the TV Department's studio, editing facility, and office.
• Operates all equipment in the TV Department's studio, editing facility, and office.
• Performs clerical duties in the office.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in outdoor and indoor environmental conditions.
• Ability to occasionally lift 50 - 100 lbs.
• Ability to use both the left and right hand to operate controls on equipment.
• Ability to bend, twist, kneel, and squat.
• Ability to intermittently sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift.
• Ability to use seat belts without limitations.
• Ability to hear instructions from director over headset intercom, as well as audio being recorded and transmitted.
• Ability to clearly see pictures in camera viewfinders and on video monitors.

Qualifications

• Experience, familiarity, and comfort with video cameras, video recording, and editing.
• Familiarity and comfort with audio and video equipment of all kinds.
• Skill in event photography and videography, including capturing candid and posed shots in a variety of settings.
• Trustworthiness and ability to work well with little or no supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, elected officials, and members of the general public.
• Ability to work various shifts with minimal notice.
• Strong attention to detail and a strong desire to do the best job possible.
• Proficiency with Adobe Premiere editing software is preferred.
• Basic proficiency with Google Sheets or similar software for entering and tracking work hours on time sheets is preferred.
• Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.