Cable Television Production Assistant - Cable Studio (Full-Time) - Canton Township

Notice of Employment Opportunity

The following full-time job posting will remain open until

July 8, 2024.

Cable Television Production Assistant

Salary Range: $42,054 - $54,693

Canton Township is a reciprocal unit as defined in the Reciprocal Retirement Act, Act 88 of 1961.

• This is an external posting open to all applicants.
• Must meet the minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications not completed in their entirety will not be considered.
• Only those applications that are received prior to the posted deadline will be considered.
• See attached job description and hiring process for minimum qualifications and timeline.

The Charter Township of Canton provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and is committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability, height, weight, gender identity, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Dated Posted: June 27, 2024

Job Description and Hiring Process Attached

JOB DESCRIPTION

CABLE TELEVISION PRODUCTION ASSISTANT

NON-EXEMPT

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

This position works under the direction of the Cable TV Supervisor and is responsible for assisting the Cable Television technicians and other staff in the daily operations of the Township's government access station. Responsibilities include shooting, editing and playback of township programming. An employee in this position will be assigned to work days, evenings, weekends and/or holidays.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Note: These examples are intended merely as illustrations of the various types of work performed)

• Perform audio and video capturing, editing and related functions associated with a variety of Township meetings, theater productions, and other events as assigned.
• Responsible for preparation of studio as assigned.
• Coordinate guest and interview scheduling.
• Perform studio opening and closing tasks as directed.
• Operate cable equipment including studio equipment, cameras, editors, and remote control systems.
• Responsible for running audio board as assigned.
• Lighting and working with green screen sets.
• Facilitating the use of teleprompters for studio shoots.
• Creating scripts for videos from provided content.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• High school diploma or GED required. Associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year experience converting and uploading videos to social media and the internet required (educational, professional and/or personal experience will be considered).
• Must possess a valid Michigan Drivers License with a driving history that does not create liability concerns; which includes, but is not limited to, convictions for reckless driving, careless driving, suspended license, or convictions involving drinking and impaired driving.
• Experience with the use of Adobe Creative Cloud programs such as Premiere Pro.
• Experience recording, editing and replaying events and meetings required.
• Previous video production experience required.
• Skill in organizing self and others; ability to self-start in discharging responsibilities.
• Ability to work in adverse environmental, extreme weather and field conditions; ability to physically set-up, carry, and store necessary cable equipment used for taping programs and events.
• Must be self motivated, dependable, punctual and have an excellent work ethic.
• Ability to work a wide variety of shifts including afternoons, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish a good working relationship with the public, volunteers, and other employees.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable Accommodations: Canton Township provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at (734) 394-5260. We encourage all interested qualified applicants to apply for open positions. Request for accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Physical Demands

• Stand- Frequently
• Walk- Frequently
• Sit- Occasionally
• Use of Hands/Fingers- Constantly
• Reach- Occasionally
• Climb- Occasionally
• Crawl- Occasionally

• Squat or Kneel- Frequently
• Bend- Frequently

Lift/Carry

• Less than 10 lbs- Frequently
• 10 - 29 lbs- Frequently
• 30 - 59 lbs- Frequently
• 60 - 100 lbs- Occasionally

Push/Pull

• Less than 10 lbs- Frequently
• 10 - 29 lbs- Frequently
• 30 - 59 lbs- Frequently
• 60 - 100 lbs- Occasionally

REPORTS TO: Cable TV Supervisor

HIRING PROCESS

Cable Television Production Assistant

Thursday, June 27 through Monday, July 8, 2024 - Employment Application

1. Submit a Canton Township Employment Application Form (online or paper), completed in its entirety prior to posted deadline date.
2. Online applications must be completed and submitted electronically before 11:59 p.m. on deadline date.
3. Applications not completed in their entirety will not be considered.
4. Paper applications must be received in the Canton Township Human Resources Division by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date. Applicants choosing to submit a paper application need to be conscious of postal delivery times. Paper applications are available in the Human Resources Department.
5. Faxed or emailed paper applications will not be accepted.
6. Late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
7. All communication will be via email. Applicants must provide a valid email address on the application. Please add jobs@cantonmi.gov to your safe sender list.

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 - Application Screening Process

Employment applications and job question responses will be screened to determine which candidates will be interviewed. The preferred candidates will meet the following criteria:

1. This will be a competitive process. A limited number of candidates will be selected for the interview based on their relevant work experience, education and training as compared to the other candidates in the application pool.
2. Demonstrated ability to meet the minimum requirements of the job description as determined by responses to the initial job questions and employment application. Candidates must meet the minimum requirements of the position as posted on the job description to be considered.
3. Application prepared representing the quality of desired professional work (spelling, grammar, and presentation are essential).
4. Must possess a current, valid Driver's License with a driving history that does not create liability concerns; which includes, but is not limited to, convictions for reckless driving, careless driving, suspended license, or convictions involving drinking and impaired driving. Candidate selected for this position will undergo a driving history check.

On or After Monday, July 15, 2024 - Oral Board Interviews

1. Oral Interviews will be held on or after July 15th.
2. Candidates selected for the Oral Interview will be notified via e-mail on July 9, 2024.
3. The Oral Interview may include extensive questions that explore sensitive or confidential aspects of a candidate's personal life.
4. Applicants not selected for the Oral Interview will be notified via e-mail on July 9, 2024.
5. Candidates that do not receive an email regarding the status of their application on July 9th are asked to contact Human Resources at 734-394-5251.

Upon Completion of Oral Board Interviews - Conditional Offer of Employment Extended

1. Offer letter sent to top candidate.
2. All offers of employment are contingent on the results of reference checks, thorough background investigation, social media check, working history verification, pre-employment physical examination, drug screen and satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period.
3. Top candidate's employment references will be contacted and verified.
4. Eligibility list must be approved in accordance with the Merit System Commission Human Resources Policy Manual.