Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; primarily Monday - Friday; varied schedule including some evenings and weekends, full benefits The Frederick County Office of Communications & Public Engagement has an opening for a full-time Multimedia Journalist/ AV Technician - Bilingual. This individual will work with our Multimedia Services team to produce original stories/packages that will broadcast and stream on FCGTV’s media outlets. This position will write, shoot, and post-produce segments in ... more details
JOB INFORMATION
Non-exempt; full-time; 40 hours per week; primarily Monday - Friday; varied schedule including some evenings and weekends, full benefits
The Frederick County Office of Communications & Public Engagement has an opening for a full-time Multimedia Journalist/AV Technician - Bilingual. This individual will work with our Multimedia Services team to produce original stories/packages that will broadcast and stream on FCGTV’s media outlets. This position will write, shoot, and post-produce segments in both English and Spanish to air, as well as direct live Frederick County Government proceedings and services. Supervision is received from the Multimedia Services Supervisor; direction is received from the Director and Assistant Director of Communications & Public Engagement.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE: Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
9 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Produce video content in English and Spanish for multiple viewing platforms
Stay informed of current Frederick County Government events
Operate cameras, video recorders, character generators, audio boards, switchers, routers, and lighting equipment
Direct live televised meetings
Edit recorded programs
Write and develop scripts in English and Spanish for segment and PSAs
Translate English captions into Spanish
Record voice-overs with the potential for on air appearances
Assist in the design and implementation of graphic images
Assist with various studio and field production work, including the use of drones
Assist with the program schedule
Assist County staff with hearing room equipment
As needed, drive county vehicle to offsite broadcasts
Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
High school graduation or the equivalency
Minimum 2 years work experience in multimedia production
Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
NOTE: A combination of relevant experience and education may be counted towards the requirements of this position
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Ability to speak and write Spanish fluently, and to translate from English to Spanish
Basic skills in Adobe Premiere or similar video editing software
Knowledge of the proper use and maintenance of video, recording, editing and audio equipment
Knowledge of industry standard production methods and procedures
Ability to develop story ideas and gather information
Ability to effectively function as a team member, organize work and determine priorities, and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, elected officials and the general public
PREFERNECE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
Experience in video editing using Adobe Premiere Pro
Experience using DSLR, Camcorders, ENG, or Cinema style cameras
Experience in a live broadcast control room environment
Experience designing graphics/animation for video broadcast
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly sit; frequently walk, perform repetitive motions and drive; occasionally climb, lift up to 50 pounds and reach; and rarely push up to 40 pounds
While working in this position, the employee is required to frequently work indoors and outdoors
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS
Willingness and availability to work varied evening/weekend hours to accommodate broadcast schedules, programming and other commitments
KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include): 1) An evaluation of training and experience 2) One or more interviews
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