What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event and Media Production Technician position at City of Hamilton, Ohio?
JOB
This is seasonal/temporary work performing services aimed at improving the quality of life of City residents. Persons in this class are assigned to the Department of Resident Services and work under the direction of Department of Resident Services Director, Supervisor, and Specialist. Employees may perform both manual and technical tasks relative to the production of special events. Employees in this class are primarily responsible for collaborating with the RiversEdge production team in providing the best experience for artists and attendees at all events. The work may involve duties relating to event production or multimedia content and communication. Employees in this class will be assigned to one of two crews: Production or Multimedia.Work is normally performed under the supervision of a permanent employee who directs the work and provides instructions as needed.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
EVENT PRODUCTIONAssists technicians with the operation of lighting, sound and video equipment.Safely loads and unloads trucks; pushes road cases and equipment to desired locations; assists house crew and artists with loading and storing gear and equipment.Assists in running cables and setting up lighting, speakers, microphones, LED video walls and other equipment.Tests and maintains equipment to ensure optimal performance.Aids in stage setup, changeover and strike of stage equipment before, during and after performances and events.Performs routine maintenance and organization as related to backstage and production areas.Collaborates with other technicians and production staff to ensure a cohesive and successfully produced event.Performs errands and other duties as assigned.MULTIMEDIA CONTENT & COMMUNICATIONWorks with media director to develop and produce multimedia content, including videos, graphics and interactive elements for various platforms.Captures video coverage of live events, interviews and other opportunities to use for social media content. Uses software tools to edit, refine and enhance multimedia assets. Works closely with marketing/media director and video team to plan and schedule projects. Uses Google Drive and Dropbox to manage and organize media files.Performs errands and other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
EVENT PRODUCTION AND MULTIMEDIA CONTENT & COMMUNICATIONMinimum QualificationsMust be Seventeen (17) years of age. Must have a driver’s license.Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, days, evenings and holidays.Preferred QualificationsBasic understanding of the fundamentals of audio, backline, lighting and video.Basic understanding of the use of all social media platforms.Possession of high school diploma or GED.
This is seasonal/temporary work performing services aimed at improving the quality of life of City residents. Persons in this class are assigned to the Department of Resident Services and work under the direction of Department of Resident Services Director, Supervisor, and Specialist. Employees may perform both manual and technical tasks relative to the production of special events. Employees in this class are primarily responsible for collaborating with the RiversEdge production team in providing the best experience for artists and attendees at all events. The work may involve duties relating to event production or multimedia content and communication. Employees in this class will be assigned to one of two crews: Production or Multimedia.Work is normally performed under the supervision of a permanent employee who directs the work and provides instructions as needed.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
EVENT PRODUCTIONAssists technicians with the operation of lighting, sound and video equipment.Safely loads and unloads trucks; pushes road cases and equipment to desired locations; assists house crew and artists with loading and storing gear and equipment.Assists in running cables and setting up lighting, speakers, microphones, LED video walls and other equipment.Tests and maintains equipment to ensure optimal performance.Aids in stage setup, changeover and strike of stage equipment before, during and after performances and events.Performs routine maintenance and organization as related to backstage and production areas.Collaborates with other technicians and production staff to ensure a cohesive and successfully produced event.Performs errands and other duties as assigned.MULTIMEDIA CONTENT & COMMUNICATIONWorks with media director to develop and produce multimedia content, including videos, graphics and interactive elements for various platforms.Captures video coverage of live events, interviews and other opportunities to use for social media content. Uses software tools to edit, refine and enhance multimedia assets. Works closely with marketing/media director and video team to plan and schedule projects. Uses Google Drive and Dropbox to manage and organize media files.Performs errands and other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
EVENT PRODUCTION AND MULTIMEDIA CONTENT & COMMUNICATIONMinimum QualificationsMust be Seventeen (17) years of age. Must have a driver’s license.Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends, days, evenings and holidays.Preferred QualificationsBasic understanding of the fundamentals of audio, backline, lighting and video.Basic understanding of the use of all social media platforms.Possession of high school diploma or GED.
