This is advanced professional work in directing and editing of television programs for Miami-Dade TV, a division of Miami-Dade County's Communications Department.

Employees in this class are responsible for directing and on-line editing of various documentaries, news, talk, commercial, promotional and informational television programs. Responsibilities include working very closely with producers, videograhers, engineers and other technical staff to ensure that completed programs reflect broadcast quality television production values. Incumbent exercises considerable independent judgment and technical expertise in supervising producers, videographers, engineers and studio crews. Supervision is received from an administrative superior who reviews work for technical quality of video productions.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

Directs multi-camera studio and field television productions.

Participates in pre-production planning of programs in regard to technical capabilities of production equipment and facilities.

Operates all control room and studio equipment including switcher, audio board, Betacam editor, character generator, digital effects, routing system, tape machines and teleprompter.

Functions as post-production on-line editor for television productions.

Assists Station Manager in scheduling Miami-Dade TV staff and facilities.

Assists in the design and construction of studio sets and lighting.

Serves as member of the technical crew for studio and field productions and live meeting broadcasts; operates TV production equipment including studio cameras, video switcher, videotape machines, character generators, audio boards, teleprompters, etc.

Performs related work as required.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Extensive knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of television production and broadcast journalism.

Thorough knowledge of linear and non-linear editing procedures and techniques.

Considerable knowledge of personnel, technical support and material requirements for television program production and related functions.

Ability to effectively coordinate and schedule staff and facilities for production of television programs.

Ability to provide technical direction of multi-camera studio and field productions.

Ability to effectively demonstrate television lighting and picture composition techniques.

Ability to operate high-end linear and non-linear editing systems, including use of digital video effects, 2-and 3-demensional graphics and animation programs, and multi-layer image compositing techniques.

Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with department directors and representatives, industry contacts, the media and members of the public.

Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Revised 09/05