TELEVISION/VIDEO PRODUCTION SPECIALIST 35022

07/01/94 B

This is the second class in the Television/Video Production series for positions that develop, produce and direct television, film and video programming for an agency or educational institution. Positions in this class analyze and plan the creative approach for television and multimedia productions and perform a combination of specialized production tasks such as production scheduling, videography, editing, lighting, audio, computer graphics and electronic special effects; and/or setting up/operating a variety of electronic video editing and recording systems, cameras, lights, settings, cables and related equipment. Some positions exercise creative oversight; determine appropriate aesthetic applications of a variety of technical methodologies; and complete phases of program development or short-term productions such as instructional and guest speaker presentations. May operate a distance learning or a teleconference facility. This class is distinguished from the Tele-vision/Video Technician class by the responsibility for a project or production creative technical function rather than performing routine technical, operational and minor maintenance related production tasks or general assistance. This class is distinguished from the Television/Video Producer/Director class by the responsibility for performing specialized television production tasks, rather than having total responsibility for an entire program.

Complexity of Work: Performs work of moderate difficulty that requires specialized technical expertise in the use of video, film, audio, and multimedia equipment to execute original shooting, perform videotape editing, work with electronic graphics components, and/or operate equipment used in the television, film, and video produc-tion process. Positions in this class design and employ a variety of lighting techniques and shoot film and/or videotape on location and in studios. Using various electronic audio/video systems, positions evaluate recorded raw videotapes; make creative decisions regarding content and aesthetics; and edit material to meet the overall specifications of the producer/director. Positions create computerized graphics still images to support and enhance both the technical content and aesthetic requirements of a program; adapts standard visual and graphics principles to the technical constraints of the television signal. Positions in this class may use digital optics and font equipment in the performance of tasks; maintain video equip-ment inventory; perform routine equipment maintenance and arrange for repairs; order production consumable supplies; and in small units evaluate and recommend the purchase of new equipment. Positions may also work with on-camera talent to familiarize them with on-camera techniques of television presentation.

Supervision Given: Supervision is typically not a factor in this class. However, some positions may provide direction to Television/Video/Film Production Technicians, student assistants and a Television Engineer during production operations.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision from a Television/Video Production Manager, Producer/Director Senior, or Producer/Director regarding creative and aesthetic decisions.

Scope: Positions in this class facilitate the development and quality of television video and film programs produced by the unit.

Impact of Actions: Effective and creative decisions regarding editing, lighting and special effects; and in the operation of production equipment positively impact the quality of television programs produced. Errors could result in the inefficient use of time and resources, failure to meet goals and deadlines, poor product quality, and a negative impact on the final product and image of the institution or agency.

Personal Contacts: Positions have frequent internal contacts with departmental staff regarding job requests and video production; frequent internal and external contacts with clients to plan production details, and occasional external contacts with vendors to order or research information for supplies and equipment.

Knowledge: Working knowledge of studio and remote video, film and multimedia production techniques; and of the theory, principles, and techniques of lighting, audio, and/or computer graphics, and methods of operation of broadcast level field camera and electronic video equipment.

Skills: Working skill in the operation of broadcast-level field cameras and electronic video equipment; and editing, computer graphics and/or other related production equipment.

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to utilize television production equipment in completing program editing, field videography, and video graphics development; communicate effectively orally and in writing; maintain effective working relationships with technical personnel and non-technical clients; and meet deadlines for video productions and scheduled broadcasts.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE*

License or Certification: None.

Education or Training: Graduation from high school or equivalency with course-work or training in broadcasting, theatre, film, television, communications, photography, graphic arts or training in video/film production.

Level and Type of Experience: Considerable experience setting up and operating electronic video equipment and/or performing other television production tasks.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

This is a new class developed as a result of the Classification Review/Specification Update Program. This class replaces the Television Production Specialist A and Motion Picture Technician classes and includes some classes in the Audio Visual Technician class, effective July 1, 1994.