Video Production Operations Coordinator

We are seeking a Video Productions Operations Coordinator to ensure the production of city government meetings run smoothly. This position's primary focus and responsibility is the technical coordination and production of broadcasts, recordings, in-person, and virtual City government meetings and provides AV technical support and training. This includes live remote and hybrid government broadcasts for Council, committee, board and commission and public hearings to effectively communicate information about the policies and initiatives of the City of Minneapolis and provide transparency to both external and internal audiences.

Work Location

This position currently works fulltime in Minneapolis City Hall. There's a possibility to work remotely during non-meeting days. Your supervisor will work with you to determine a consistent schedule.

• Produce City government meetings.
• Pre-production (set up lower thirds, graphics, test system and live scheduling).
• Assist city staff and public using the presentation system before and during meetings.
• Perform live switching, audio mixing, streaming to City webpage and YouTube and supporting closed captioning.
• Post-production (strike room, schedule playback, post to YouTube, connect to LIMS system and add closed captioning).
• Work with City Clerk, Committee Coordinators, City Council/Board members and staff to ensure meeting consistency.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues as it relates to meeting broadcasts and other areas. Provide alternative solutions when necessary.
• Provide City staff options for AV solutions.
• Research AV meeting technology.
• Create and maintain standard operating procedures.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance on government meeting AV systems
• Maintain expert knowledge and operational skill in digital productions.
• Establish and maintains the highest standards of audio and video production.
• Assist Communications staff on projects.
• Record and edit professional video projects for City departments.

Working Conditions:

• A flexible schedule required based on meeting start and end times.
• 90% on-site work in City Hall, 10% can be remote work.
• Typical meeting start times are Monday through Thursday 9:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
• Available for evening meetings, which occur Monday through Thursday. Not every M, T, W or Th, they usually end around 6 p.m.
• May need to climb ladders, crawl behind equipment when equipment fails during troubleshooting.

MINIMUM EDUCATION:

Associate Degree in related field.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

Two years of related experience.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

N/A

Selection Process

The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.

Background Check

The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.

Medical Exam

After a conditional job offer, candidates will be required to pass a medical examination which includes a physical screening.

Union Representation

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the [MPEA (CPE)]. For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit our website.

Eligible List Statement

The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire 2 months after it has been established.

Interview Selection

The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate's education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.

• Continually learn new skills. This includes switching, video compression standards, video distribution and graphic design.
• Comfortable and confident working with elected officials and department heads.
• Helpful instructing City employees and public who present to members in Council Chamber.
• Physically fit, work in tight spaces, sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Willingness to get dirty working on equipment under the floor or in the AV master control.
• Must be able to shoot all types of video: interviews, press conferences, scripted shot lists, b-roll, studio and teleprompter.
• Attention to detail as lower thirds/titles, and descriptions must be accurate.
• Ability to work in many different environments: inside, outside, hot/cold, heights, underground.
• Making sound decision.
• Great collaboration skills and build/maintain relationships with internal/external customers.

As the largest and most vibrant city in the state, Minneapolis depends on purposeful, dedicated and innovative employees. Minneapolis has a large variety of careers for people of all experiences and backgrounds who come together for a singular purpose-serving the residents, businesses and visitors of Minneapolis.

The City of Minneapolis is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.