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TV Writer Producer Director

MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLASS DESCRIPTION
OFFICIAL TITLE: Multimedia/Producer/Dirctr CODE: 6920 SQ/OQ: Optimal Qualified
WORKING TITLE: TV Writer Producer Director GRADE: 22 MONTHS: 12
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF CLASSIFICATION: Under direction, performs creative and technical work in the planning and production of instructional and informational television programs. Work of the class involves responsibility for various phases of television program production including content research and development, script writing, casting and directing talent, lighting and photography, audio, using externally produced program elements, and post-production editing. Workers provide functional direction to crews and technicians. Workers exercise considerable independence in carrying out day-to-day operations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Working knowledge of the practices and methods used in instructional and informational TV. programming; considerable working knowledge of the capabilities and limitations of studio television and remote television equipment. Ability to apply technical knowledge to a wide range of production problems; ability to articulate the programming needs of staff via the television medium; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Must have thorough knowledge of the operation of broadcast production and editing equipment, especially portable equipment. Excellent interpersonal and human relations skills required. Knowledge of and the ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS).
EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree required. College major course work in TV production/direction required. Considerable experience in videography, scripting, editing, and production. Experience as a producer/director with experience working in public information required. Experience directing live on tape productions and remote EME productions and have a video resume tape of programs produced and/or directed required. Experience in instructional production or public information production required. Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience equivalent to a Bachelors degree, which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: None.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing.) Must be able to move or carry (using a hand truck) heavy equipment cases up to 35 pounds.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) Overtime, night work and weekend work required. Employee must be able to work a flexible time schedule depending upon program project assignment.
OVERTIME ELIGIBLE: No

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conceptualizes requested television programs and determines their purpose, intended audience, and intended result; creates a presentation concept and program promotion plan; advises requesters on appropriate uses of television, explaining production process and where content checks are located; prepares schedule; prepares a plan for audience assessment if desired.

2. Researches subject and arranges for production design; writes and revises scripts and screenplays; arranges for videotaping and use of copyrighted materials; auditions and casts performers; coordinates various steps of production; scouts shooting locations and arranges for sets, costumes, props, non-camera visual materials, teleprompter scripts and cue cards, and production crews.

3. Briefs production crews, arranges for and transports equipment, and oversees setup of production equipment; coaches performers and directs lighting, photography and studio operations; directs multi-camera programs; oversees take down of equipment.

4. Views videotape and creates editing log; records graphic elements, narration, music and special effects; creates edit version of film with closing credits; creates on-line edit master and backup master, produces labels and prepares tape for use.

5. Attend unit meetings and writes reports.

6. Performs related work as requested.
Class Established: 5/85
Date(s) Revised: 7/92, 1/95, 9/97, 7/98, 7/01, 7/08
Last Reviewed:

This description may be changed at any time.