MPT DirectorVideographer

• Operates portable equipment such as video camera and accessories microphones and audio mixer lights and lighting related accessories production equipment and transport vehicle with the objective of recording video and audio for use in a production.
• Coordinate production elements including planning consulting and holding pre-production meetings
• Perform the duties of Technical Director such as operating the production switcher graphics equipment and timing segments
• Act as the Director of Photography by making decisions on overall composition continuity and sequencing.
• Position requires a firm grasp of the aesthetics of photography camera movement and composition plus facility with camera recorded audio.
• Direct on-camera talent to ensure quality performance
• Address specific needs of the clients (i.e. producer reporter and director)
• Manage projects while adhering to time and budget constraints
• Assemble and disassemble sets move and hang fixtures from a studio grid assist the lighting director and setup and/or strike equipment after a production.
• Perform in the role of floor director camera operator production assistant robotic camera operator or teleprompter operator.

Education:Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience:Five (5) years ofexperiencein the field of television or film as part of a production team

usingportable equipmentsuch asvideo camera and accessories microphones and audio mixer.

Note:

1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to two years of the required experience.

Preference will be given to applicantswho possess the following preferred qualification(s).Include clear and specific information on your application regardingyour qualifications.

Proficiency operating a drone for videography

Experience shooting broadcast news and/or feature packages with the ability to frame scenes and follow the action on location.

Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of video production.

Ability to use and maintain a variety of video and audio equipment.

Experience in framing shots and performing various camera techniques.

Experience as a technical director

• Applicantsare 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.

Please make surethat 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 ranked as Best Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified and 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.

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 .

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-.

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