MPT Production Technician
MPT Production Technician
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$ 46500 - 59000
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Job Description
Introduction
Maryland Public Television commonly known as MPT is a public television network that broadcasts throughout the entire state of Maryland and the District of Columbia and into parts of Delaware Pennsylvania Virginia and West Virginia. MPT is Marylands only statewide broadcaster. Headquartered in Owings Mills MPT is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and is a producer of both locally and nationally distributed TV programs and digital content.
LOCATION OF POSITION
Maryland Public Television
11767 Owings Mills Blvd
Owings Mills MD 21117
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Operates as part of a television production crew.
Assemble and disassemble sets move and hang fixtures from a studio grid assist in programming and operating studio lighting boards.
Maintain existing lighting plots for productions.
During actual production one must be able to competently perform in the role of floor director camera operator production assistant robotic camera operator and teleprompter operator.
Train in the following area to operate portable equipment with the objective of recording video and audio for use in a production.
Offer direction to on-camera talent andthe quality of the talents performance.
Drive the state vehicles in a responsible manner along with maintaining a log sheet for regular maintenance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience:Two (2) years of experience in the field of television or film as part of a production team.
Note:
Candidates may substitute a Bachelors degree in media film communications journalism or related field of study and one (1) year of experience in the field of television or film as part of a production team for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following. Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualification(s).
Experience with operating studio and location video cameras and video switching equipment for television productions.
Experience applying creative and technical videography skills in a wide variety of indoor and outdoor settings to successfully record video and audio for broadcast and digital video reports documentaries and stories.
Experience with determining which techniques and tools (i.e. cameras microphones sliders and gimbals) are appropriate to use for different styles and settings of shoots to most successfully achieve the goals for the story report program or project.
Experience operating a lighting board
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants are required to provide a copy of a demo reel or link for a demo reel if selected for an interview.
This position may require a flexible work schedule including nights weekends and holidays.
This position may require working outside in unfavorable or harsh weather conditions that might include exposure to the sun wind water etc.
This position may include long periods of walking standing climbing and maneuvering in and around tight spaces.
The selected candidate will be required to lift equipment in excess of 50 pounds.
The selected candidate may be required to climb ladders and use motorized lifts in order to operate and install in-studio lights.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing will not consider information submitted after this candidates will be placed on theeligible (employment) list for at least one year.
For education obtained outside the U.S. a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
BENEFITS
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
The online applications areStronglyrecommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to Maryland Public Television HR 11767 Owings Mills Blvd. Owings Mills MD application materials must be received by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload please fax the requested informationto .Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment please contact Aaron Clark at or
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management Recruitment and Examination Division at or.
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: MD TTY Relay Service 1-.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitment retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
