Department:

Communications

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We have an opening for a Television Specialist to help us communicate with our community. The ideal candidate delivers excellent customer service, has experience in television production, and is passionate about making an impact. Responsibilities for this role include: non-linear video editing, television motion graphic and effect design, video acquisition, concept and script development, setting up and operating live television equipment to produce and broadcast public meeting coverage, community-based programming, emergency information updates, and automated television master control operations.

The pay starts between $25.70 - $27.00/hr, benefits begin within 60 days of hire, and there are opportunities for advancement. Apply today as this opportunity won't last long!

About the Position

In this role, you will...

Follow department and county government procedures, policies, directives, and guidance.Ensure actions are aligned with the county’s vision, mission, values, and goals.Provide excellent customer service in each task and/or assigned project whether for internal and/or external use.Participate in training as necessary or prescribed to stay up-to-date on communications skills, trends, strategies, and tools.

Video Production

Video acquisition using professional-grade cameras (e.g., Panasonic AG-HPX300).Adobe Creative Cloud suite operations.Non-linear editing.Video motion graphic and effect design.Develop concepts, scripts, sets, and all other necessary elements to produce video segments and programs that effectively communicate information about local government and county initiatives for broadcast and social media use.

Broadcast Video Equipment Operations

Set up and test broadcast audio/visual equipment prior to live and recorded productions.Operate television equipment, including: cameras, production switchers, audio mixers, lights, character generators, record/playback decks, software applications, and other associated equipment to produce government access television programs, including public meetings and studio and field productions.Master control operations, including: generating and monitoring automated television programming schedules; signal validation and routing; and satellite feed acquisition.General studio and equipment maintenance.Monitor broadcast signal quality (on-call required).Research/recommend purchasing options for broadcast hardware/software.Basic design/programming of software-based A/V equipment.

Audio/Visual Support and Consultation

Provide staging, presentation, and PA support.Provide cost-effective video production solutions.Internal and external customer service, including: fielding questions from members of the public about Access Sarasota and scheduling production shoots and A/V support with internal customers.

About the Schedule

Work Hours:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

On-Call is required for this role. Work schedules may vary due to split shifts, rotations, on-call, emergencies, etc.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Media Relations, Mass Communications, Film, or a related field.

-OR- Significant related experience in Public Communications and/or television production.

Valid Florida driver's license by hire date.

The ideal candidate has the following:

Please note that these are not requirements but bonuses for your consideration.

Perform independently, effectively, and professionally in a dynamic work environment.

Work as a member of a team.

Manage multiple projects.

Take direction and constructive criticism.

Troubleshoot and identify system malfunctions proficiently.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment for a period of five years.

Physical Demands: Employees in this role must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 lbs. Employees can use handling devices (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to lift and/or move excessive poundage of 50-plus pounds.

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Range: $25.70 - $27.00

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)  

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)  

Benefits:

Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County – Many Voices, One Team.

We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.

Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally. 

A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.

Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net (keywords: ADA Compliance).

Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.