Audio Visual Technician I, (A261240-2), 205, Public Access Channel

Job Description
Provides good quality programming, achieves the interest of the department, and allows for smooth operation by providing access to other departments so they can express their services to the community.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Capture, edit, and produce programs scheduled at the City of Laredo Public Access Channel Center TV, including City Council meetings, Planning and Zoning meetings, Finance meetings, Operations meetings, Historical meetings, Civil Service hearings, Webb County Appraisal District meetings, ribbon cuttings, ground breakings, special City Council meetings, and political events.

Review and accept assignments provided by supervisor.

Plan and prepare for assigned assignments.

Arrive on time for scheduled events.

Capture events; upload capture data to the editing station; produce movie files, burn to DVD, and send them to the respective parties.

Log assignments within the assigned binder book.

Update Excel spreadsheet at the assigned computer for programs to be aired on public access channels.

Encode, program, and monitor channel 2 (Laredo religious access user group).

Prepare, set up, install, test, operate, and capture audio/video data from field events such as parades, United Way, and other meetings.

Operate and maintain a windows-based stream server and workstation file archive for City Council meetings, political debates and other city, county, or school system events.

Encode, modify, program, log, and monitor drop‑off DVDs for Channels 3, 13, and 18.

Prepare, test, and operate City of Laredo committee meetings at City Council Chambers.

Provide assistance to front office, including handling customer needs and directing/processing in‑call general business activities.

Operate, monitor, and maintain audio/video master control room at the City of Laredo Telecommunications Center.

Follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all communications.

Drive a city vehicle for City business use.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of digital videography and photography and editing software, including Sony XC Video Cameras, Sony A700 Photo Cameras, and Adobe Photoshop.

Knowledge of operating Apple MAC workstations and its software, including Final Cut Pro 7, DVD Studio Pro, Soundtrack Pro, QuickTime Player, iPhoto, iMovie, iDVD, Compressor, XC Transfer, DiscLabel, Droplets Telvue MPG, Sony Cine Alta SXS Card Memory Recorder, Lacie Hard Drive Storage System, and AJA KI‑PRO Video Digital Storage Module Systems.

Knowledge of operating City Council A/V room and chamber room equipment for recording City Council meetings and other official city events.

Technical director knowledge in a multi‑camera environment.

Knowledge of Sony BRC‑H700 Remote Control Cameras, Sony RM‑BRC300 Remote Control Cameras, Ross Crossover HD/SD 12‑input production, Ross Expression Design Software, Da Vinci Audio Software, Bosch DCN Discussion Microphone System, and FSR Presentation Hardware.

Knowledge of TV Master Control programming, including TELVUE Princeton B3400 Pro Server, Terrablock Server System, Final Cut Server, Facilis Server, Quantum Tape Storage System, Utah Scientific Server Control, and Web Stream Windows Media Encoder.

Knowledge of PC workstations and software, such as Corel Video Studio 12, AVS4YOU Video/Audio Software, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.

Knowledge of inter‑format equipment, including Magnavox, Sony DVD Recorders, Sony Betacam Tape Editors, Sony Super VHS Player/Recorder, Leitch Transcoring TBC/Synchronizer, Shure/Mackie Audio Mixers, Edirol V‑4 Video Mixer, Aleratec Disc Dibbing System, Sony Audiocassette Duplex Dubbing‑Recorder, Marantz CD‑HD Audio Recorder, Averkey 550 Video Converter, ColorTran Studio 24/48, and Tota Lighting Systems.

Knowledge of Anchor PA System and its corresponding audio setups.

Knowledge of news, TV production, and broadcast.

Knowledge of Sony PMW‑EX3 and XDCam in both field and studio environments.

Planning and organization skills.

Electrical/wiring procedures skills.

Efficient use of personal computer and applicable software.

Efficient use of projection and other presentation equipment.

Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.

Ability to maintain positive working relationships with others.

Fluent in English oral and written communication and Spanish oral communication.

Professional image for the City of Laredo.

Follow directions from supervisor.

Comply with all City policies and procedures.

Maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of duties.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.

Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.

Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.

Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently or constantly, having to move objects.

Construction site, confined space, warehouse environment.

Office or similar indoor environment, outdoor environment, confined space, vehicles.

No exposure to individuals who are hostile or irate, or with known violent backgrounds.

Rare exposure to extreme cold ( 100°F), communicable diseases, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals or substances.

Rare exposure to loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction).

Travel

Never: Regional travel, National travel.

Seldom: Local travel, Regional travel, National travel, International travel.

Often: Local travel.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

At least one (1) year of work experience in videography and non‑linear editing.

Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out‑of‑state license, obtain a Texas Driver License within 6 months of employment.

Thorough background check and certified school transcripts required for all applicants who are offered employment.

Drug and alcohol testing required prior to employment and random testing for safety‑sensitive functions.

Equal Opportunity Statement
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro‑Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle‑based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.

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