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The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia's businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city's technology assets and the return on the city's technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency.

The Production Technician is PHLgovTV's primary camera operator and staff editor - a hybrid craft role responsible for image acquisition on all studio and field productions, camera coverage of government proceedings, footage ingest and management, and primary editing of weekly episodes to broadcast-ready delivery in the 1080p59.94 house format. 

Essential Functions 

• Operate A-camera on all studio productions and field shoots: camera setup, lighting execution (3-point studio kit), audio capture in coordination with the producing team, and shot composition to the series' visual standards. 

• Operate camera positions for live City Council sessions, committee hearings, and mayoral press briefings, including PTZ camera shading/operation in coordination with master control. 

• Serve as primary editor: ingest, transcode, organize, and edit weekly episodes; build cuts to producer notes; conform graphics from Creative Services; deliver broadcast masters and web/social versions on deadline. 

• Prepare, maintain, and transport production equipment: cameras, lenses, wireless microphone systems, lighting, teleprompter, and the mobile podium; maintain the equipment checkout and maintenance log. 

• Manage media workflow: camera cards, field drives, NAS organization, and archive handoff. 

• Execute caption-ready deliverables and confirm ICap submission specs with the Channel Administrator. 

• Support LiveU field streaming operations for remote live broadcasts. 

• Serve as backup TD/playout operator for master control, cross-trained by the Master Control & Facilities Engineer (Production Lead), providing engineering redundancy for live Council sessions and other broadcasts. 

• Assist the Master Control & Facilities Engineer with studio and control room setup, cabling, and troubleshooting as assigned. 

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Expert camera operation across studio (pedestal/tripod) and field (handheld/gimbal) environments; strong lighting and composition fundamentals. 

• Professional editing proficiency in Adobe Premiere Pro or DaVinci Resolve, including multicam workflows, audio sweetening basics, and broadcast-legal delivery. 

• Working knowledge of broadcast signal standards (SDI, genlock, 1080p59.94) and production intercom/tally environments; aptitude to cross-train on master control playout (TelVue HyperCaster) and switcher operation. 

• Disciplined media management habits - zero-loss card and drive workflows. 

• Calm, reliable presence during live government broadcasts. 

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in film/TV production, media technology, or related field - or equivalent experience. 

• Minimum 3 years of professional camera operation experience; minimum 2 years of professional editing experience (may be concurrent). 

• Reel demonstrating both camera and editing work required. 

• Live event, government meeting, or news production experience preferred. 

• Valid driver's license preferred (equipment transport to field and Simons Recreation Center locations). 

Salary: $70,000

Salary cannot exceed $70,000

Important: To apply, candidates must provide a cover letter and a resume.

Work Setting: in-person (onsite)

Discover the Perks of Being a City of Philadelphia Employee:
    We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
    Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
    Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
    Generous retirement savings options are available
    Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
    Enjoy a Free Commute on SEPTA - Starting September 1, 2023, eligible City employees will no longer have to worry about paying for SEPTA public transportation. Whether you're a full-time, part-time, or provisional employee, you can seize the opportunity to sign up for the SEPTA Key Advantage Program and receive free Key cards for free rides on SEPTA buses, trains, trolleys, and regional rails.
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Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

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