Audio Visual Specialist Job at City of Perris in Perris

Salary : $38.13 - $46.35 Hourly

Location : Perris, CA

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2025-00007

Department : Information Technology

Opening Date : 02 / 28 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 14 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Max Number of Applicants : 50

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, to perform journey level audio visual production; research, create, and develop various techniques for presenting information to the public; coordinate pre-production activities with both internal and external sources; develop story boards including script writing and audio visual production; coordinate onsite videos and photo shoots; edit and duplicate final material for presentations; support and update the City's website and social media.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May exercise technical and functional supervision over interns and / or volunteers.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Coordinate production services related to both taped and live telecasts, video programs and training films, including producing live council meetings.

Set up, operate and maintain studio, production facilities and field production elements and equipment including scheduling and staffing, television cameras, video records, microphones, lights and graphic equipment.

Manage and operate a master control area for public meetings, including recording and editing equipment.

Diagnose production related problems; recommend and / or perform modifications; perform minor repairs to lighting, audio, and video equipment.

Troubleshoot during production, adjust and diagnose problems in broadcast quality audio and video production equipment, and make emergency repairs by using testing instruments, diagnostic routines, and electronics tools to prepare equipment for immediate use in the studio and at field locations.

Establish and maintain records of equipment used in order to monitor performance and to facilitate planning for maintenance and supplies.

Sets up, operate and take down audio and video equipment such as television cameras, sound and editing equipment, lights, photographic and graphic equipment in the studio, control room, and at field locations.

Maintain audio visual recordings in accordance with Assembly Bill 839.

Assist with special events and ensure proper public awareness of City programs through video documentation.

Train and supervise interns and / or volunteers needed for live presentations.

Create and produce videos and training materials for the City of Perris, including commercials and long form programming based on the needs of the City and / or ideas generated from City leadership.

Assist with Emergency Operations Center (EOC) set up and operation by ensuring all communication and technical equipment are set up correctly and operational.

Uses Aerial Drone for photography and videography to create promotion media for the City's programs and / or raise public awareness about specific issues.

Setup, maintain, and troubleshoot all audio visual equipment including Public Access Channel 3.

Perform basic maintenance, support, and updates for the City website and social media.

Develop and manage multimedia content for various platforms, ensuring consistency and quality across all channels.

Create graphic design elements to enhance video content and presentations, including titles, lower thirds, and motion graphics.

Provide video and recording support to the Digital Media Specialist when needed to assist in creating, editing, and enhancing social media content.

OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of :

Operations, services and activities of a public cable television station (e.g., updating and deleting content, scheduling content, live streamlining).

Video editing applications, including Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Photoshop, various encoders and compressors, as well as the Mac platform.

Modern and complex principles and practices of video production.

Operational characteristics of standard and complex video production equipment.

Applicable Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations governing cable television programming.

Techniques and procedures in the use of aerial drones related to aerial photography and videography.

Creative and Technical writing styles.

Acrobat, Adobe PDF, Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, After Effect, and Microsoft Suite Programs.

Work closely with various City departments to understand their audio visual needs and provide tailored solutions.

Liaise with external vendors for equipment purchase, rental, and maintenance, ensuring cost-effective and high-quality service.

Strong organizational and project management skills.

Safe driving principles and practices.

Skill to :

Correctly configure and use all manner of production related cameras, including still, video, and digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras.

Light a scene and correctly determine brightness, softness, and intensity.

Comprehend and distinguish between subtle audio cues and issues that arise in pre / postproduction.

Operate aerial drone for use in aerial photography and videography.

Communicate effectively with all levels of users on A / V related projects.

Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and software.

Operate a motor vehicle safely.

Ability to :

Maintain TriCaster system, Nexus, and QSC equipment.

Operate Granicus system, including live streaming and archiving meeting footage.

Advise and provide interpretation to others on the application of policies, procedures, and standards to specific situations.

Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as required.

Read and understand professional manuals, journals, and literature.

Prioritize requests for service.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience :

Two years of videography and photography production and editing, or social media related technical support experience.

Training :

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in radio, television, film, computer science, information technology, or related field.

License or Certificate :

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license and insurability at regular rates for the City's automobile insurance.

Special Requirements :

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment :

Ability to work in a standard office environment; ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 50 lbs.; exposure to mechanical hazards and electrical hazards; ability to travel to different sites and locations.

Holidays : The City observes fifteen (15) holidays per year.

Vacation : Accrual of eight (8) hours of vacation per month of service for years one (1) through five (5) of employment (maximum of 300 hours accrual).

Paid Leave : Eight (8) hours of sick leave per month of service (maximum of 340 hours accrual). Other leaves provided include bereavement (up to 5 days) and jury duty leave.

Retirement : Retirement benefits shall be provided at 2% @ 60 PERS retirement formula for existing PERS members or 2% @ 62 for new hires entering the CalPERS system for the first time (pursuant to the City's contract with PERS and as required by law). The employee is responsible for the full member contribution.

Health Benefits : The City shall pay the median amount of all medical insurance offered for medical insurance premiums (currently $2,408.95 per month) employee and dependents.

Dental / Vision : The City's dental plan pays up to two hundred ($200.00) dollars per month of the premium for either the Dental HMO or PPO. The City also provides vision-care reimbursement up to eight hundred fifty ($850.00) dollars.

Life Insurance : The City provides a life-insurance policy of $50,000 to each full-time employee.

Flexible Spending Account : The City provides a pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for medical expenses and a pre-tax Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for dependent care expenses.

Educational Incentive : The Educational Incentive Pay is amended to allow any bargaining unit employee who holds a verified Master degree from an Accredited University, who's current position's classification specification does not require a Master degree as a minimum qualification, to be eligible to receive a seven (7%) percent educational incentive pay to his / her base salary hourly rate; except if currently receiving a 5% education incentive pay for a bachelor degree, in which case employee would receive an additional two (2%) percent incentive pay for a Master degree. Also, any bargaining unit employee who holds a Doctorate degree from an Accredited University will be eligible to receive a two (2%) percent educational incentive pay increase to their base salary hourly rate. The maximum cumulative educational incentive pay for Bachelor, Master and Doctorate degrees shall not exceed nine (9%) percent. Certification Incentive Pay of two (2%) percent of base salary is available for any eligible bargaining unit employee who holds a City approved professional certification, up to a maximum of two (2) completed professional certifications, effective retroactive to July 11, 2021. Bargaining unit employees currently receiving Educational Incentive Pays for formal degrees (Bachelor, Master, and Doctorate degrees) shall not be eligible for the Certification Incentive Pay.

Bilingual Compensation : Bilingual compensation is available for oral and written translation for those employees whose duties include enforcement, public counter or reception responsibilities, as needed and on a case by case basis. Premium pay varies from ($125.00 - $150.00) per month.

Educational Reimbursement : The Educational reimbursement program consists of full reimbursement up to the limit of two thousand five hundred ($2,500.00) dollars per fiscal year, per eligible employee. Specific courses, degree and certificate programs require pre-authorization by the City Manager's Office.

The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in an assessment or during an interview. By completing this supplemental questionnaire, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration. Responses such as, "see resume" or "see application" will not replace questions requested to be answered.

• Yes, I understand and agree
• No, I do not agree

Do you have at least two years of videography and photography production and editing, and any PC and / or social media related technical support experience?

How many years of videography and photography production and editing, and any PC and / or social media related technical support experience do you posses?

Please indicate the areas in which you have experience. (Check all that apply)

Which types of government agencies have you worked for? (Check all that apply)

Do you posses a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in radio, television, film, computer science, information technology, or related field?

Please indicate the highest level of education that you have completed :

Do you possess a valid California Driver's License and insurability at regular rates for the City's automobile insurance?

Required Question

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