What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Technician (As-Needed) position at City of Santa Monica?
Job Summary
Performs a full range of production duties to support the ongoing operation of the City's production facility and government channels, social media channels and the City's radio station. Performs all aspects of technical and creative responsibilities for production, channel programming and meeting coverage.
NOTE: This is a temporary position without benefits.
Representative Duties
Operates production equipment including, but not limited to: cameras, audio and lighting equipment, video switchers and routers, teleprompters and jibs, program scheduling and playback equipment, and video editing and graphics systems.
Performs all aspects of production services, including program development, writing, producing, designing, planning, and post-production.
Performs programming and scheduling.
Performs the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance production equipment.
Participates in other facility, programming and production activities.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Requirements
Knowledge of:
Broadcast principles, techniques and all related equipment and software.
Operations, services and activities of a production facility.
Production equipment, including cameras, audio and lighting equipment, video switchers and routers, teleprompters and jibs, program scheduling and playback equipment, and video editing and graphics systems.
Safety precautions and hazards involved in working around production facilities and equipment.
Effective customer service techniques.
Ability to:
Set up, adjust and operate production equipment.
Execute production projects from inception to completion.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Follow verbal and written instructions and division standard operating procedures.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with City employees and the general public.
Apply pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and safety regulations.
Work effectively with others.
Provide effective customer service.
Skill in:
Operating and maintaining production equipment.
Production planning.
Reading, writing and communicating at an appropriate level.
Education, Training and Experience:
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
One year of recent, paid work experience in production (commercial, industrial or cable) performing a full range of production duties (directing single and multiple camera, operating studio and field cameras, lighting, audio, digital editing, basic troubleshooting and equipment set-up).
Supplemental Information
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit a clear, concise, completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.
Selection Process:
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding your work history and qualifications for the position. All applicants will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
Background Investigation:
Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.
Inclusion & Diversity Statement
The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!
Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).
Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.
This is a temporary hourly position without benefits. The City of Santa Monica provides a deferred compensation (457) retirement plan for its as-needed (temporary) employees who are not eligible for coverage under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The City and as-needed employee are each required to contribute 3.75% of wages to the deferred compensation plan. As-needed employee contributions will be deducted from paychecks on a pre-tax basis.
Closing Date/Time: 8/28/2026 5:00 PM Pacific
Performs a full range of production duties to support the ongoing operation of the City's production facility and government channels, social media channels and the City's radio station. Performs all aspects of technical and creative responsibilities for production, channel programming and meeting coverage.
NOTE: This is a temporary position without benefits.
Representative Duties
Operates production equipment including, but not limited to: cameras, audio and lighting equipment, video switchers and routers, teleprompters and jibs, program scheduling and playback equipment, and video editing and graphics systems.
Performs all aspects of production services, including program development, writing, producing, designing, planning, and post-production.
Performs programming and scheduling.
Performs the installation, troubleshooting and maintenance production equipment.
Participates in other facility, programming and production activities.
Performs other related duties, as assigned.
Requirements
Knowledge of:
Broadcast principles, techniques and all related equipment and software.
Operations, services and activities of a production facility.
Production equipment, including cameras, audio and lighting equipment, video switchers and routers, teleprompters and jibs, program scheduling and playback equipment, and video editing and graphics systems.
Safety precautions and hazards involved in working around production facilities and equipment.
Effective customer service techniques.
Ability to:
Set up, adjust and operate production equipment.
Execute production projects from inception to completion.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Follow verbal and written instructions and division standard operating procedures.
Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with City employees and the general public.
Apply pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes and safety regulations.
Work effectively with others.
Provide effective customer service.
Skill in:
Operating and maintaining production equipment.
Production planning.
Reading, writing and communicating at an appropriate level.
Education, Training and Experience:
Graduation from high school or equivalent.
One year of recent, paid work experience in production (commercial, industrial or cable) performing a full range of production duties (directing single and multiple camera, operating studio and field cameras, lighting, audio, digital editing, basic troubleshooting and equipment set-up).
Supplemental Information
How to Apply:
Applicants must submit a clear, concise, completed on-line City Application along with any required supplemental application materials with the Human Resources Department by the filing deadline. If you do not submit your on-line application by the filing deadline, you will not be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process.
Selection Process:
All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding your work history and qualifications for the position. All applicants will be reviewed and only those applicants determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience, training and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
Background Investigation:
Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.
Inclusion & Diversity Statement
The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community. As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact.
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees. Join us!
Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities. Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).
Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.
This is a temporary hourly position without benefits. The City of Santa Monica provides a deferred compensation (457) retirement plan for its as-needed (temporary) employees who are not eligible for coverage under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The City and as-needed employee are each required to contribute 3.75% of wages to the deferred compensation plan. As-needed employee contributions will be deducted from paychecks on a pre-tax basis.
Closing Date/Time: 8/28/2026 5:00 PM Pacific