What are the responsibilities and job description for the Media Production Specialist (Television On-Site)- Part-time position at Fairfax Public Access?
Fairfax Public Access, a non-profit community media station that provides residents of Fairfax County and the Washington Metropolitan area the tools to create non-commercial television and radio content that expresses their viewpoints and perspectives to the community at large, is looking to hire a part-time Media Production Specialist employee for our Production/Equipment Department. This is an entry-level position. No calls about this position.
Title: Media Production Specialist
Department: Operations
Reports To: Equipment Room Supervisor
Position Overview: Part-time Media Production Specialist will advise and guide others on the use of media production/postproduction equipment; perform various support and service functions as needed in the Equipment Room. Weekend availability and schedule flexibility is a must.
Duties:
- Use discretion to present timely solutions to members’ difficulties with technical media equipment, in order to ensure limited downtime to maximize the use of FPA technical resources.
- Ensure that all media equipment users have proper certification; provide production technical support services to users as needed; respond to routine technical questions on the use of equipment.
- May be called upon to operate cameras, lighting, audio equipment; build and break down sets for staff or other productions.
- Sell inventory and other items while providing quality customer service; process payments for annual FPA memberships and training classes.
- Assist in building security procedures and facility readiness; monitor accurate scheduling for all facilities and equipment.
Required Skills:
- Customer service attitude using situational analysis and problem-solving skills to resolve issues
- High school diploma; or related technical support experience
- Basic training and experience using studio and field equpment
Competencies
- Demonstrated willingness and ability to work collaboratively with other team members
- Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, listening skills and the ability to present technical information
- Proven skills in managing time, following directions and being flexible with changing situations and priorities.
- Adobe Premiere. There may be additional projects available helping with editing.
- Google Applications
Physical Demands:
The position may require lifting equipment of more than 50 lbs, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders and stairs.
Availability Needed:
Saturday and Sunday Mornings from 7:30am to 11:30am or Saturday and Sunday evenings from 11:30am to 8:00pm.
Staff Productions are on Mondays, Thursdays or Fridays from 12:00pm - 4:00pm or 3:00pm - 7:00pm
(Potential) Regular weekday shifts from 11:30am-10:00pm
$18.00 per hour with an increase to $20.00 per hour after a successful 90-day trial period.
Please email amenick@fcac.org with your resume and cover letter.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20