Media Production Technician

Description

Why join the Contra Costa County Library?
Contra Costa County Library is looking for a creative and experienced individual to serve as Media Production Technician. The incumbent will have the responsibility to coordinate and guide the creation of video content including conceptualizing, filming, directing, producing, editing and posting video productions that highlight the Library and its many programs, resources and materials. The individual will excel in project management with the ability to drive the production schedule and deliver finished projects on time.

The Library is made up of nearly 400 employees serving 26 communities throughout Contra Costa County. Its mission is to “Bring People and Ideas Together." The Library seeks to enrich lives by delivering a consistent, high quality, and inviting experience at all points of contact.
 
It is an innovative, entrepreneurial, and dynamic civic institution that is committed to providing exceptional services to its communities. The Library assumes critical roles in making the communities strong, equitable, resilient, and progressive.
 
The Library’s core goal is to champion personal and community engagement through literacy and reading. It has implemented several programs to ensure easy, equitable access to library services for all. This was exemplified by the Library saying “Farewell to Fines” at the beginning of 2019! By promoting library services and programs to the community we meet our mission of “Bringing People and Ideas Together.”
 
What you will typically be responsible for:

• Playing a role in pre-production planning and production of photo shoots and live or pre-recorded video shoots
• Setting up field and/or studio video or photo shoots
• Editing and processing video for broadcast, streaming, and various social media platforms
• Operating a variety of professional level video and photographic tools, including cameras, lighting, and sound equipment
• Using video editing software to produce videos for the web and copy videos to a variety of formats
• Taking quality photographs which effectively convey thoughts and concepts through the use of a variety of photographic techniques
• Creating promotional and informational posts for various social media platforms

A few reasons you might love this job:

• You will be part of a creative team
• You will work with library staff, other departments, and the public on a variety of topics
• You will learn to operate new and existing video production and photographic tools
• You will work on projects and support services that positively impact people’s lives

A few challenges you might face in this job:

• Working within the often-complex structure of local government
• Solving problems and tackling technical challenges quickly and calmly, including during live events
• Working independently
• Working occasional evenings and/or weekends and be available to travel throughout the County

Selection Process

1. Application Filing: All applicants must apply online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta and submit the information as indicated on the job announcement by the final filing date.
2. Application Evaluation: Depending on the number of applications received, an Application Evaluation Board may be arranged to evaluate and select the best-qualified candidates for invitation to the next phase of the examination.
3. Online Skills Assessment: Candidates invited to take the online skills assessment will need access to a computer and internet.  Topics of this assessment may include, but are not limited to: Professional & Technical Expertise, Using Technology, Customer Focus, and Project Management.  The online assessment is tentatively scheduled from October 1 to October 7, 2024.  (Weighted 100%)

CONVICTION HISTORY

After you receive a conditional job offer, you will be fingerprinted, and your fingerprints will be sent to the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The resulting report of your conviction history (if any) will be used to determine whether the nature of your conviction conflicts with the specific duties and responsibilities of the job for which you have received a conditional job offer. If a conflict exists, you will be asked to present any evidence of rehabilitation that may mitigate the conflict, except when federal or state regulations bar employment in specific circumstances. Having a conviction history does not automatically preclude you from a job with Contra Costa County. If you accept a conditional job offer, the Human Resources department will contact you to schedule a fingerprinting appointment.

DISASTER SERVICE WORKER

All Contra Costa County employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law. Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 It is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Requirements

We are looking for someone who is:

• Technically adept and adaptable
• Customer-service oriented
• A team player with the ability to listen and work well with others
• Able to respond quickly to live situations
• A problem solver
• Results-oriented
• Professional and diplomatic

Competencies Required:

• Innovative Problem Solving: Identifying and analyzing problems in order to propose new ways to do business
• Delivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high-quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risks
• Critical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claims
• Professional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountability
• Informing: Proactively obtaining and sharing information
• Building & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships
• Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers
• Involving Others (Engaging Teams): Engaging others for input, contribution, and shared responsibility for outcomes
• Coaching & Developing Others: Supporting others in stretching and expanding their capabilities
• Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace
• Project Management: Ensuring that projects are on-time, on-budget, and achieve their objectives
• Strategic Thinking & Perspective: Evaluating immediate actions in context of achieving long range objective

Minimum Qualifications

License Required: Possession of a valid California motor vehicle operator's license. Out of state valid motor vehicle operator's license will be accepted during the application process.

Education: Successful completion of at least 60 semester or 90 quarter units from an accredited college or university which included at least 12 semester or 18 quarter units in television/video/media production.

Experience: Three (3) years of full time experience in television/cablecast or relevant video production which included the responsibility for directing and/or performing technical operations, coordination of production activities, and/or operation of video console or allied equipment, including online media and automated playback systems.  

Substitution for Education: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two (2) years.

Desirable Experience: At least one (1) year of the required experience be in the production and editing of video programming for Community Media.