Master Control and Camera Operator

Fallschurchva; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Falls Church is seeking a part-time Master Control/Camera Operator for FCCTV. This role records City and School meetings and events and facilitates access for producers in the evening.

Responsibilities include operating video and audio gear, generating schedules, and assisting public access members and students with equipment and troubleshooting.

The position is onsite, 10–20 hours per week, typically Monday through Thursday evenings, with occasional Sundays or Saturdays as needed.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills required.
• Some experience with camera equipment is required.
• Ability to troubleshoot technical issues.
• Good customer service and professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Operate video and audio equipment to record public events.
• Generate program schedules for cablecast and manage content.
• Assist public access members with equipment.
• Troubleshoot software and equipment for producers and students.
• Set up studio for events and ensure equipment is ready before use.
• Report anomalies to station management.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Problem solving

Customer service

Professional attire

Tools

Camera equipment

Job description

Master Control and Camera Operator

$20 per hour

(Onsite)

Closing Date: August 25, 2026

About the City of Falls Church:

Located less than seven miles from Washington, D.C., with two metro stations and ample public transportation, the City of Falls Church, Virginia, is a unique and historic community. Affectionately known as “The Little City,” Falls Church boasts a rich history, a vibrant community spirit, and a commitment to good governance, safety, and sustainability. With a population of approximately 16,000, the city is recognized for its walkability, quality customer service, nationally ranked school system, environmental activism, and community activities.

Job Overview:

The City of Falls Church is recruiting a part-time Master Control/Camera Operator for Falls Church Community Television (FCCTV). This position helps record City and School meetings and events and facilitates access producer use of the station during the evening.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate video and audio equipment to record public events;
• Generate program schedules for cablecast and manage cable channel content;
• Assist public access members with field and studio equipment;
• Assist high school students and public access producers with troubleshooting software and
• equipment;
• Accommodate studio set up for high school students and public access producers;
• Ensure that equipment is functional when checked out of and returned to the station by
• students and public access members;
• Answer incoming calls to the station;
• Report anomalies in cable channel activity and any technical issues to station management.

Qualifications:

• Basic computer skills
• Some experience with camera equipment required
• Ability to problem solve for technical issues
• Good customer service
• Professional attire while interacting with the public, officials, and producers

Hours:

Varies. This is a 10 to 20-hour per week position, Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to as late as midnight; possible occasional Sundays for about four hours; and two Saturdays in May for 8+ hours each.

Locations:

The FCCTV studio (121 Mustang Alley, Room 206), City Hall (300 Park Ave.), Falls Church Public Schools Office (150 S Washington St.) and other locations within the City.

Salary:

$20 per hour; this is a part-time, wage only position without fringe benefits.

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace:

The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department [e-mail] 703-248-5127.Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by‑case basis.

All City facilities are smoke free.