JOB OPPORTUNITIES

	Public Cable Television Authority - RFP Web Design
	Santa Barbara Channels - Executive Director
	Public Cable Television Authority - Office Intern
	Public Cable Television Authority - Producer
	City of Torrance - Community Relations Specialist
	Pasadena Community Access Corporation - Executive Director
	Public Cable Television Authority - Part-time Editor
	City of Palmdale - Production Intern
	City of Torrance - Broadcast Interns

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

Public Cable Television Authority (PCTA) Website

Due: March 12, 2012

SCOPE OF WORK

Provide a written cost analysis with work samples for the separate tasks of creation and maintenance of a website for the Public Cable Television Authority, using the domain www.pcta.tv.  Website will include (but is not limited to) the following elements:

·         Photo and video clip galleries of original programming

·         A scrolling list of contact information for local video service providers

·         Information on government, educational and public television channels

·         Clickable links for each member city’s website

·         A news section (for archived press releases)

·         A map of the PCTA service area

·         A FAQ section

·         Archived board meeting minutes

·         A “Contact Us” form for complaints and program copy purchases

·         Channel 3 programming schedules for each city

·         A password protected page where staff can view confidential documents

Cost analysis must include breakout for maximum billable hours for regular maintenance as the website will either be maintained and updated regularly by contractor, or contractor will instruct PCTA staff on how to update website pages independently of support.  Bids should include both possible scenarios.

Website should be designed with maximum visibility in mind and should have the ability to be picked up by various search engines

PCTA staff will provide contractor with all necessary information and logos to populate website samples for presentation to the PCTA Board of Directors and will also provide guidance on overall style and look of site.

Contact: John M. Borack, General Manager, PCTA

    jborack@pcta.tv

SANTA BARBARA CHANNELS

POSITION AVAILABLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Santa Barbara Channels seeks an Executive Director who can achieve its vision and guide the organization for long-term success.

The Santa Barbara Channels is a nonprofit organization that manages operations for the community media cable TV station,  Public Access Channel 17, and Culture, Arts, and Education Channel 21 for the cites of Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, and Goleta, California. The Santa Barbara Channels has an annual operating budget of $600,000 and a FT and PT staff of seven with several as-needed employees, and has recently moved into a brand new facility located at 329 S. Salinas Street, Santa Barbara, California.

Santa Barbara, CA is widely known as the “American Riviera” with a temperate, year round Mediterranean climate, breathtaking scenery, premiere music, art, and educational institutions, and the world renowned Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Many of the area’s 90,000 residents generously support local nonprofit groups and activities. Though Santa Barbara Channels’ became a nonprofit in 2001, Santa Barbara has had a rich history of public, education, and government community television for 30 years.

Job Description:

The Executive Director serves as the chief executive officer and principal spokesperson for the organization and works with the Board of Directors to give direction and leadership to the achievement of the Santa Barbara Channel’s mission, goals and objectives, and develops long-range strategic plans to respond to the challenges of Community Media. The Executive Director reports to and holds office at the pleasure of the Board of Directors.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

Key responsibilities include working with the Board and staff to develop and implement all policies, procedures, and long-range strategic plans and compliance with the agreements with the Cities of Santa Barbara, Carpinteria, Goleta, and the County of Santa Barbara, and supervision of such areas as personnel matters, outreach, training, production, programming, promotion, grant writing, and fundraising. This person must be technologically cognizant of both new and social media, be familiar with video production and digital editing equipment, and encourage the growth of diverse and quality programming while increasing the organization’s membership and ensuring that members are provided services on a timely and consistent basis.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

·         Prepare periodic reports regarding progress toward and barriers to the achievement of such policies and plans

·         Oversee an effective outreach effort, with an emphasis on reaching out to local underserved communities

·         Listen and communicate effectively in welcoming a diversity of opinions, needs, and cultures

·         Maintain a close working relationship with representatives of the community organizations, government agencies and educational institutions located in the area

·         Establish and oversee media training curriculum that benefits community producers and volunteers

·         Keep informed of trends, issues, events, and developments within the community media field through professional peer contacts, conference attendance, etc.

·         Work constantly to improve and enhance the services offered by the Santa Barbara Channels

·         Represent the Santa Barbara Channels in dealings with other public interest organizations and maintain an active role in the community

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards for the position. The Executive Director will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required to fulfill all job responsibilities and the mission of the organization.

Knowledge/Skills:

·         Proven visionary leadership and partnership with Board of Directors in achieving organizational vision and mission

·         Proven success at pursuing and incorporating new revenue sources through a variety of fundraising and entrepreneurial activities, consistent with the mission of the organization
·         Demonstrated management responsibility with a complex non-profit organization

·         Documented experience that demonstrates a thorough knowledge of Community Access or a closely related field

·         Strong communications skills, including effective public speaking and negotiation skills

·         Demonstrated ability to develop and coordinate active outreach/volunteer programs

·         Dedication to First Amendment rights and enhancing citizen participation through access to communications media

Minimum Employment Standards and Requirements:

·         Education/Experience: BA or BS degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience

·         A minimum of five (5) years of upper management or supervisory experience in the community media field, or in related areas such as public administration, arts, etc.

The starting salary will be appropriate for a community media center of this magnitude in this location, commensurate with applicant’s qualifications.  A benefits package will also be included.

APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT VIA EMAIL:

1.      A DETAILED LETTER OF INTRODUCTION (DESCRIBING HOW APPLICANT'S EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS MATCH THE IDENTIFIED DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS, AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION);

2.      CURRENT RESUME;

3.      SALARY REQUIREMENTS;

4.      AT LEAST THREE PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES WITH TELEPHONE NUMBERS

Send your Word or PDF format documents as attachments to an e-mail message to edsearch@sbchannels.tv. Please include “Executive Director Job Application” in the subject line of your email submission.

Applications will be reviewed on an on-going basis until December 30, 2011. No phone calls, please.  

POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED

www.sbchannels.tv/edsearch

PUBLIC CABLE TELEVISION AUTHORITY

A Joint Powers Agency Serving the cities of Fountain Valley,

Huntington Beach, Westminster, & Stanton California

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Internship Title: Production & Administrative Office Intern   

Location(s):  Fountain Valley/Huntington Beach, CA

RATE: College credit units, or $10-15 an hour, D.O.E.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is a part-time, on-call internship position averaging about 12-16 hrs/week (flexible hours).  This position trains and builds upon the existing education of the applicant so that upon completion of the program they can successfully operate as an administrative or production assistant for a production company, municipal entity, or other similar business. This position is for a student who will complete assigned training and tasks on-site, then submit completed work to the Production Coordinator or his/her designee.  Following initial training, some tasks performed will be under limited supervision.

EXAMPLES OF IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The scope of work under this internship encompasses the following identified tasks that will be provided for under the direction of the PCTA administrative staff and/or their appointee. In conjunction with previous education and experience, upon completing the program the applicant will have basic professional knowledge of how to:

-          Take notes and transcribe minutes of production or administrative meetings as requested

-          Create a variety of documents including official public event announcements and production procedural manuals

-          Compose routine correspondences, including memoranda and letters with minimal instruction.  Perform other duties as assigned 

-          Keep retained records organized

-          Prepare spreadsheets of revenue, production project, or expenditure reports

-          Perform complex administrative assistant work completed for the administrative and production departments within the organization

-          Perform professional video production assistant duties and create quality electronic graphic design for use on the government access cable television channels for the four cities of Huntington Beach, Westminster, Stanton, and Fountain Valley

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, and Business English, spelling, and vocabulary.  Basic knowledge of Robert's Rules preferred.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and maintain effective working relationships with Public Officials and professional staff.

Skilled to prepare clear, concise, grammatically correct minutes, agendas, memos, and correspondence. Work independently in the absence of specific instructions and type at a minimum rate of 50 wpm. Transcribe accurately and have basic knowledge of both PC and Mac computers. Skilled to take dictation at 60 wpm preferred but not required. Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and database software a must.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:

Must have reliable transportation.

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

Willingness to work during evening hours, including weekends and other non-traditional hours as needed.  This is a non-employee, non-benefited internship position.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

High school diploma and current college enrolment required for internship position. Any responsible production assistant, secretarial and/or administrative support experience working in a business office, television station, for a municipal entity, or in law office preferred, but not required.

Submit resume to:       Nicole Cass, Assistant Director          Fax: 968-0810

                                    Public Cable Television Authority      e-mail: ncass@pcta.tv

                                    10200 Slater Ave.

                                    Fountain Valley, CA 92708

No phone calls please.

PUBLIC CABLE TELEVISION AUTHORITY

A Joint Powers Agency

Serving the cities of Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach,

Westminster, & Stanton California

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

JOB TITLE:  Contract Producer

LOCATION: Huntington Beach, CA & various member city locations for in-field work

RATE:           Flat rate per project, depending on experience

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This non-benefitted, limited use position is performed only on an as needed basis.  This position performs professional video producing services to create programs for use on the government access cable television channels for the four cities of Huntington Beach, Westminster, Stanton, and Fountain Valley. The position is for an independent contractor who completes assigned tasks on-site and submits completed work to the Production Coordinator or his/her designee.  Tasks performed will be under limited supervision.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

·   Work with video production staff and requesting agencies to develop visual media meeting their needs and process tasks, as assigned, for simultaneous video productions on government access channels

·   Conduct professional video production camera, lighting, and audio activities as directed

·   Participate in production of weekly video telecasts of public meetings and other on-site video production activities

·   Complete assigned tasks on or off-site, under limited supervision and submit completed work to the Production Coordinator or his/her designee for the project

·   Perform other PCTA video production duties as assigned

·   Produce video segments, documents, and draft or edit scripts for complete video projects as directed.

·   Represent PCTA at various meetings and functions

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficiency and experience in non-linear digital video editing including knowledge of Apple Final Cut Pro Studio, Motion 3, Soundtrack Pro 2, Color, Compressor 3, and DVD Studio Pro.  Skilled knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and similar computer graphics design software.  Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects and similar computer animation software.  Familiarity with other applicable graphics and presentation software. 

Skilled in using multiple computer formats and modern office applications including Apple Macintosh OS X, Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7,  multiple Internet browsers, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, spelling, and vocabulary.  Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and maintain effective working relationships with public officials and professional staff.  Able to work in coordination with other video production professionals to meet the goals and needs of the organizations being served.

Skill to prepare clear, concise, grammatically correct memos, and correspondence related to projects.  Work autonomously in the absence of specific instructions; and independently utilize other office equipment. 

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

Willingness to work during evening hours, including weekends and other non-traditional hours as needed.  This is a non-employee, independent contractor’s position.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Professional level video production experience and previous employment with a municipal entity is preferred, but not required.  Appropriate trade or college coursework in television production management, project management and/or radio, television, and film supervision and creation, may be substituted for direct work experience.

LICENSE:

Valid California Class C driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.

Submit resume, demo reel, and any other application materials to:

Mr. Louis Rocha, Video Production Coordinator

Public Cable Television Authority

10200 Slater Avenue

Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Email:  lrocha@pcta.tv

No phone calls please.

CITY OF TORRANCE 
OFFICE OF CABLE COMMUNICATIONS
is looking for
A Community Relations Specialist

http://www.torranceca.gov/523.htm

Pay Range: $25.18 – $29.15 per hour DOE

Application Deadline: October 3, 2011, 5:30 p.m. (Pacific Standard Time). Interested candidates must submit an on-line application and resume to be considered. Apply at http://www.TorranceCA.Gov/523.htm#

Pasadena Community Access Corporation - Executive Director

About PCAC and Pasadena, California

Pasadena Community Access Corporation (PCAC) is a non-profit organization that manages operations for Pasadena’s public access cable TV station, Channel 32 “The Arroyo Channel,” and Pasadena's local government Channel 3 “KPAS.” PCAC also acts as an umbrella organization for the Pasadena Unified School  District education Channel 95 “KLRN-TV” and for the Pasadena City College  education Channel 96 “PCC-TV.” PCAC has an annual operating budget of approximately $800,000 and a full-time and part-time staff of 12 and 10 as-needed employees.  PCAC has a cable viewing audience of approximately 34,000 households serving an urban area in Southern California with a population of 150,000+.  Pasadena’s population is comprised of 46.6% White, 27.3% Latino, 17.8% African-American, 7.7% Asian/Pacific Islander, .3% Native American, and .3% other.

Position

PCAC seeks an executive director who can provide the professional leadership to achieve its vision and guide the organization into the future.  PCAC also seeks an executive director who can conceive, launch and implement innovative programming, production, outreach strategies and distribution methods for the organization’s current cable feed channels.

Strategic Vision

It is the vision of the PCAC Board of Directors to develop alternative methods for delivering community-based, hyper-local programming and video content, while maintaining and developing traditional cable modes of distribution. This endeavor will stretch from training community residents and community producers in new technologies to delivering content to Internet-capable multimedia devices.

Required Experience

BA or BS degree from an accredited college or university. A degree in computer science, communications, journalism or media arts is preferred but not necessary.

A minimum of five (5) years of upper management or supervisory experience in a project management setting, community media field, or in related areas such as public administration, arts, journalism, education, etc.

Must have achieved a senior level position in an organization or department.

Documented experience that demonstrates a thorough understanding of the field of non-commercial Public, Educational, and Government Access, or a related field.  This requirement could also be met by a demonstrated knowledge of alternative and emerging video content distribution methods such as IP television or video and Internet delivery modalities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The executive director serves as the chief executive officer and principal spokesperson of PCAC and will be responsible for the following:

• Overseeing administrative, financial, technical and program operations, and all PCAC personnel matters, and managing the routine operations of the Corporation.
• Developing and overseeing effective Community Access events and training programs.
• Maintaining a close working relationship with representatives of the City of Pasadena, civic institutions and community organizations.
• Diversifying revenue sources, consistent with the mission of the organization.
• Working with local government agencies, educators and community groups.
• Increasing the organization’s membership and ensuring that members are provided services on a timely and consistent basis.
• Working with the Board of Directors to give direction and leadership to the achievement of PCAC’s mission, goals and objectives, to develop and implement policies, procedures, and long-range strategic plans, and to respond to the challenges of Community Media.
• Preparing and presenting to the Board of Directors a monthly report on operation activity which describe current projects, accomplishments, potential problem areas, and productivity metrics.
• Preparing a proposed annual budget for each fiscal year and, following Board approval, administering the annual budget. The executive director shall also Implement responsible fiscal procedures and policies, negotiate and ensure compliance with PCAC contracts, and monitor operating expenses to assure cost-effective operations and purchasing procedures.
• Preparing and assisting the Board of Directors with the annual PCAC work plan and report to be delivered to the City of Pasadena.
• Demonstrating experience in field and studio video production, operating rules and procedures, the use and maintenance of production equipment and varied modes of cable-cast and other distribution technologies.
• Working with a diverse constituency to produce quality programming, including public meetings, community and educational programs and emergency information.
• Hiring, directing, supervising and, when necessary, terminating services of other members of the staff.
• Keeping informed of trends, issues, events and developments within the Public Access field through professional peer contacts and other communications in order to facilitate sharing of knowledge and best practices.

Additional Duties, Responsibilities and Desired Skills

• Providing visionary leadership and partnering with the Board of Directors in achieving its vision and mission.
• Pursuing and incorporating new revenue sources through a variety of fund raising and entrepreneurial activities, consistent with the mission of the organization.
• Demonstrating extensive knowledge of cable television and PEG Access.
• Representing PCAC in dealings with other public interest organizations and maintain an active role in the community.
• Supporting educational activities that benefit PCAC community producers.
• Demonstrating leadership and management responsibility with a complex non-profit organization.
• Demonstrating strong communications skills, including effective public speaking and negotiation skills.
• Providing strategic planning, implementation and preparation for an evolving future.
• Demonstrating knowledge of information technology and its efficient application in organizational settings.

Other desirable skills would include:

• Knowledge of IP video technology, and other emerging resources and possible linkages and uses for community access media.
• An understanding of php, mysql and html5.
• An understanding of content management systems and social networking.
• Knowledge of video compression codecs and wavelets.

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards for the position. The executive director will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as may be required to fulfill all job responsibilities and the mission of the organization.

Applications must be submitted online at the following url: http://www.pasadenacommunitynetwork.com/pcac/applyonline.html and will be accepted until July 20, 2011.

PUBLIC CABLE TELEVISION AUTHORITY

A Joint Powers Agency

Serving the cities of Fountain Valley, Huntington Beach,

Westminster, & Stanton California

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

JOB TITLE:  Part-time Video Editor (contractor)

LOCATION: Huntington Beach

RATE:           $15 - $25 hourly, depending on experience

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is a part-time contractor position averaging 10 - 20 hours a week (flexible hours).  This position performs professional video non-linear editing and quality electronic graphic design for use on the government access cable television channels for the four cities of Huntington Beach, Westminster, Stanton, and Fountain Valley. The position is for an independent contractor who completes assigned tasks on-site and submits completed work to the Production Coordinator or his/her designee.  Tasks performed will be under limited supervision.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Conduct professional non-linear long and short format video editing and composition for government cable television channels as directed.  Create a variety of computer graphic animations for use on government access cable television channels.  Work closely with video production staff to process video editing tasks as assigned for simultaneous video productions being created for government access channels.  Learns and utilizes proprietary video controller software for the scheduling of government access programming. 

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Proficiency and experience in non-linear digital video editing including knowledge of Apple Final Cut Pro Studio, Motion 3, Soundtrack Pro 2, Color, Compressor 3, and DVD Studio Pro.  Skilled knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and similar computer graphics design software.  Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects and similar computer animation software.  Familiarity with other applicable graphics and presentation software. 

Skilled in using multiple computer formats and modern office applications including Apple Macintosh OS X, Microsoft Windows XP/Vista/7, Safari/IE Internet browsers, Microsoft Outlook, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, spelling, and vocabulary.  Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and maintain effective working relationships with public officials and professional staff.  Able to work in coordination with other video production professionals to meet the goals and needs of the organizations being served.

Skill to prepare clear, concise, grammatically correct products, memos, and correspondence related to projects.  Work autonomously in the absence of specific instructions; and independently utilize other office equipment. 

OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

Willingness to work during evening hours, including weekends and other non-traditional hours as needed.  This is a non-employee, independent contractor’s position.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Two years of increasingly responsible non-linear video editing and electronic graphic design experience.  Entry level video production experience and previous employment with a municipal entity is preferred, but not required.  Appropriate trade or college coursework in graphic design, television production, or electronic communications may be substituted for direct work experience.

LICENSE:

Valid California Class C driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.

Submit resume and demo reel to:

Louis Rocha, Video Production Coordinator, Public Cable Television Authority

10200 Slater Avenue, Fountain Valley, CA 92708

Tel. (714) 369-2785 Fax: (714)369-2994 Email:  lrocha@pcta.tv

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COMMUNICATIONS PRODUCTION INTERN

NOTE: THIS IS AN UNCLASSIFIED, NON-PAID, VOLUNTARY POSITION, WITH NO MEDICAL OR DENTAL BENEFITS OR ACCRUED LEAVE.  THIS POSITION IS TASK DEPENDENT AND HOURS WORKED MAY VARY WEEK BY WEEK.

WAGE            Non-Paid 

(College Credit available) 

FILING PERIOD     Open/Continuous

THE POSITION 

Under supervision of the Communications Manager and Communications Production Specialist, the Communications Production Intern assists in performing video pre-production, production and post-production assignments in support of the City's government television channel – Palmdale Ch. 27. The Communications Production Intern assists in the operation of P27’s playback system, performs field and studio production assignments, and assists in the set-up and operation of video production equipment in support of public meeting cablecasts.  Performs related duties as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of basic television production techniques.

Ability to:

• Operate field and remotely operated video cameras and audio equipment
• Set up video production equipment for both studio and remote site usage
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; exercise sound independent judgment within guidelines; establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, associates, other City personnel and the public.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION  

Graduation from or current enrollment in college/university with main interest in telecommunications, television production or a closely related field. One year experience in television programming and/or production; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A valid Class C California driver’s license required. 

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Please contact or send resume to: 

Armin J. Gomez

Communications Production Specialist

City of Palmdale – Communications

38300 Sierra Hwy., Suite A

Palmdale, CA 93550

661/267-5171

www.cityofpalmdale.org

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CITY OF TORRANCE

CITY OF TORRANCE 
OFFICE OF CABLE COMMUNICATIONS
is looking for
Broadcast Journalism Interns

You will produce,write, report, and edit stories for CH 3 - Torrance CitiCABLE

LEARN HANDS-ON:

• How to put together a compelling package from scratch
• Video editing techniques
• Field interviewing and reporter standup techniques.
• Voice tracking for news packages

***This is an excellent way to get your resume tape together, while enhancing, broadening, and refining your television producing skills..

If you are interested, please fax resume to:
Jin Chun
Supervising Producer/Writer
City of Torrance
Office of Cable Communications
3350 Civic Center Drive Suite 200
Torrance  CA  90503
FAX or email resumes to 310-781-7132
CitiCABLE@torrnet.com

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Definition:
Under the supervision of the Media Operations Director, performs moderately difficult work involving television production and related duties as assigned.

Essential Job Duties: The following tasks are essential for this position. Incumbents in this classification may not perform all of these tasks, or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

• Videotaping local television programs including night meetings

• Editing television programs and news stories using a non-linear Discreet Logic edit, paint and effect system

• Updating electronic bulletin board

• Designing and maintaining City Web Site

• Special Event Development and Coverage

• Maintaining files and records

• Minimum Knowledge, Skill and Ability:

• Personal computers and related software

• Professional equipment and production practices used in robotic camera systems, electronic field production and multi-camera studio production including cameras, non-linear editing systems, test equipment, audio systems, lighting and web-site maintenance.

• Training and Experience: Requires one year experience in television production; college-level course work in television production may substitute for experience.

• Requires vision (which may be corrected) to read small print.

• Requires mobility of arms to reach and dexterity of hands to grasp and manipulate small objects. Lower body mobility may not be required.

• Performs lifting, pushing and/or pulling which does not exceed 50 pounds and is an infrequent aspect of the job.

• Subject to inside/outside environmental conditions.

• May be required to work at a video display terminal for prolonged periods.

• Required to work nights and weekends.

• Salary: $12 - $24 per hour DOE.  Part time position up to 20 hours per week.