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VIDEO/AUDIO PRODUCTION SUPERVISOR, DGS

DEFINITION: This is responsible, professional and creative supervisory work overseeing the production of multimedia video and audio projects in the Bureau of Commonwealth Media Services, Department of General Services.

The employee in this job is responsible for directing, through supervision of a staff of digital media producers, the statewide production of multimedia projects for use in news conferences, radio and television production, training, and other areas. Work includes meeting with clients to determine project objectives; providing creative and technical guidance to clients and subordinate staff; preparing project budget estimates; reviewing work products for quality control purposes and to ensure project objectives have been met; and reviewing records of production expenses, materials, time, and contract costs for accuracy. Work is developed to effectively and sensitively portray the Governor’s initiatives and objectives and is produced for use by Governor and Lt. Governors’ Offices, Commonwealth agencies, and the media. Work is reviewed by the Assistant Director, Commonwealth Media Services for program effectiveness, adherence to departmental policies and procedures, and customer satisfaction.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: Directs, plans, coordinates, and supervises all phases of video-audio production projects.

Directs video and audio production services of highly visible, confidential and sensitive events for the Commonwealth.

Provides creative and technical guidance and direction to subordinate digital media producers and contracted staff.

Meets with clients to determine project objectives and methods for complex video and audio production projects.

Prepares budget estimates and monitors and reviews records of project expenses, materials, time, and contract costs.

Directs the research, writing and production of broadcast quality television and power point programs.

Resolves conflicts and problems to ensure project objectives are met.

Oversees the purchase of equipment for video and audio production projects.

Travels to various locations to carryout assignments.

Performs the full range of supervisory duties.

The employee in this job may participate in the performance of their subordinates’ work consistent with operational or organizational requirements.

Performs related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of the techniques and principles of professional video, audio and multimedia production.

Knowledge of professional video, audio, and multimedia equipment and software.

Knowledge of creative and technical decisions involved in the production of video, audio and multimedia projects including the development of audio/visual scripts.

Knowledge of communication principles and practices.

Ability to analyze and interpret policies and procedures.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: One year of experience as a Digital Media Producer 2;

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Four years of professional video, audio, and multimedia production experience, and a bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, or a related field;

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An equivalent combination of experience and training.