VIDEO PRODUCTION SPECIALIST/EMERGENCY APPOINTMENTS HOMELESSNESS Job at Los Angel

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT : OPEN COMPETITIVE - EMERGENCY EXAM NUMBER: b7142A-EA FILING START DATE : October 11, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. (Pacific Time) This examination will remain open until the needs of the service are met and is subject to close without prior notice. The LA County Board of Supervisors recently declared a local state of emergency for homelessness, and the County is working to revise and expand our response to help all who are affected. We are looking for qualified and passionate individuals to help us in the mission of addressing issues like housing, mental health, and substance use. If you are looking for a new career that will directly benefit the population of LA County, this may be the opportunity for you. The Department of Mental Health is seeking qualified candidates to fill emergency Video Production Specialist vacancies related to the homelessness crisis. Under the emergency order, applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. This assessment will be weighted 100%. Those who successfully pass the assessment will be considered for permanent appointment to Video Production Specialist. Responsibilities include: Writing, producing, directing, and editing audio and video productions. Planning and developing audio and video programs by transforming training and other objectives into production ideas. Converting production ideas into finished production scripts by working with subject matter experts. Analyzing scripts containing complicated subject matter for effective presentation. Operating broadcast quality audio and video production equipment. Directing the production of various materials, including audio recordings and video productions. Evaluating, recommending, maintaining, and caring for electronic equipment. Coordinating projects and monitoring performance and quality of outside vendors. SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in communications, journalism, film, fine arts or a related field and one (1) year's experience within the last three (3) years, writing, producing, and directing training or informational programs using broadcast level video technology. You MUST meet the above requirement(s) at the time of filing in order to be appointed to fill any vacancies related to this recruitment. LICENSE: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed. PHYSICAL CLASS: Physical Class II – Light. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION: In order to receive credit for any college or university course, or any type of college or university degree such as Bachelor's or higher, you must submit a legible copy of the official diploma or official transcripts from the accredited institution at the time of filing or within 7 calendar days. EXAMINATION CONTENT: Applicants who meet the requirements may be hired for an initial period of up to 90 days, with an opportunity for permanent County employment. Before the end of your initial work period, you will be assessed on your work performance. APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION: Applicants are required to complete and submit an online Los Angeles County Employment Application AND Supplemental Questionnaire. INSTRUCTIONS FOR FILING ONLINE: Applications must be submitted online only and will be reviewed for interview consideration on an ongoing basis. DEPARTMENT CONTACT: HR Examinations Unit: (213) 972-7034 HR Examinations Unit Email: exams@dmh.lacounty.gov #J-18808-Ljbffr