Communications Specialist II - Media Services (APPOINTED)

Description

Under general supervision, the Communications Specialist II - Media Services performs a variety of television production functions in the areas of videography, directing, producing, editing, writing, lighting, and graphic arts for programming appearing on the Media Services public, education and government access channels. This position must demonstrate proficiencies in Electronic News Gathering (ENG) and Electronic Field Productions (EFP), and be able to operate the in-house duplication equipment. The position may be responsible for the total video production package. Creativity is encouraged.

Examples of Duties

• Operate all equipment used in video productions including camera and lighting.
• Control recording quality in all phases of video production (artistic and technical).
• Ensure readiness of field equipment for use on location and in-house.
• Generate discrepancy reports when there is a problem with any equipment.
• Set-up and operate equipment used for ENG and EFP shoots (e.g., load and offload equipment, set-up microphones and cabling for cameras and audio recording, lighting, camera locations, etc).
• Act in the capacity of producer, director, editor, writer, or gaffer as required.
• Develop story or content ideas; plan, coordinate, and edit content for airing.
• As a producer and editor, have a wide-range of knowledge in film and video.
• Effective at organizing and coordinating shoots.
• Extensive experience using production equipment, and conducting script analysis and changes.
• Edit treatments, scenes, segments, etc.
• Edit video programs using the Media Services non-linear editing systems (including graphic capabilities), writing scripts, recording voice-overs from the announce booth, and more to complete a program according to producer’s instructions or departmental program guidelines.
• Complete video productions within the requested time frames – provide production progress reports.
• Perform related or similar duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (required):

• 
  High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of (2) two years experience in video and audio production.
• Training in film/television or related field required.
• Must have experience working with online and social media.
• Must have experience with video and audio compression software.

NOTE: This role will be responsible for the graphic design and execution of finished materials for a variety of communications, promotional and advertising vehicles for the City of Detroit. This individual will work with City of Detroit agencies and staff to develop stunning and vibrant designs that meets the needs of a given project for use across various communications platforms. This individual should possess expert-level knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office, preferably on a Macintosh platform and understand graphic design principles, especially as applied to creating marketing brands, website layouts, and related visual experiences. In addition, this individual should have a strong portfolio of past design projects and related references.

Supplemental Information

Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.