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City of Wausau, WI

Production Assistant

City of Wausau, WI, Wausau, Wisconsin, United States, 54401


Salary:

$14.18 Hourly

Location :

Wausau, WI

Job Type:

Temporary

Job Number:

202400400

Department:

Community Development

Division:

Public Access

Opening Date:

10/03/2024

Closing Date:

Continuous

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Purpose of the Position

Participate in all aspects of the production of Government and Public Access Television programs including, but not limited to, live and/or videotape coverage of government meetings, perform various television and video production duties in the Public Access Cable's studio, editing facility, office, and other locations.

This position is with the Wausau Area Access Media (WAAM) department. Production Assistants are needed to assist with the production of City, County, and School Board meetings.

This position is scheduled to work on an as needed basis with no set schedule. The majority of work is performed Monday through Thursday after 4:30pm. We currently have the greatest need for employees that are open to work the second and fourth Monday's of each month.

This position will be posted until filled.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Transport, set up, and operate the necessary equipment, performing the duties of Graphics Engineer, Audio Engineer, VTR Operator, Camera Operator, etc.Maintains the Public Access Cable's studio, editing facility, and office.Provides production assistance to program producers.Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Experience, familiarity, and comfort with video camera and videotaping, audio equipment, and video equipment of all types.18 years of age or older.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Ability to work well with little or no supervision.Ability to assist individuals and groups in all aspects of the television production process.Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, elected officials, and members of the general public.Ability to work various shifts with minimal notice.Ability to lift up to 100 pounds occasionally and work in many environmental conditions.PHYSICAL AND WORKING ENVIRONMENTNormal office working conditions with minimal exposure to disagreeable elements. Normal mental and visual attention is required. Minimal physical demand with minimal exposure to workplace hazards.Additional Information

ADDITIONAL POSITION INFORMATION:This position is considered temporary/seasonal. Hours will vary week to week; there is no guarantee of minimum amount of hours. No benefits are available for this position.

This position is scheduled to work on an as needed basis with no set schedule. The majority of work is performed Monday through Thursday after 4:30pm. We currently have the greatest need for employees that are open to work the second and fourth Monday's of each month.

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS: The City of Wausau will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Human Resources Department or phone (715) 261-6630 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS: Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant's application, records, recommendations and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the City not provide access to this information.

If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Human Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law.

The City of Wausau is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seasonal positions are limited to 1,200 hours of employment during any rolling calendar year and are not eligible for any benefits.

01

Are you 18 years of age or older?

YesNo

02

What is the highest level of education that you have received?

Some High SchoolHigh School Diploma or GED EquivalentSkills Certificate/Technical DiplomaSome College/No DegreeAssociate DegreeBachelor DegreeMasters DegreeDoctorate Degree

03

How many years of experience do you have creating and editing original video content?

No experienceLess than 1 yearMore than 1 year but less than 2 yearsMore than 2 years but less than 3 yearsMore than 3 years but less than 4 yearsMore than 4 years but less than 5 yearsMore than 5 years

04

How many years of experience do you have using various types of video cameras, audio and video equipment, and videotaping?

No experienceLess than 1 year of experienceMore than 1 year but less than 2 years of experienceMore than 2 years but less than 3 years of experienceMore than 3 year of experience

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