Multimedia Production Representative 2 - VID 223183

NYS Office of General Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

NYS Office of General Services is seeking an experienced videographer to staff high-profile live event productions in the field, primarily as a hands-on operator. The role requires expert understanding of live TV environments, advanced cameras, and complex transmission workflows.

Responsibilities include acting as Crew Chief, Technical Director for live events, operating cameras for statewide events, ensuring strict quality control, and supporting post-production with Adobe Premiere Pro.

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience across news videography and related roles.
• Experience with national/local networks or media production facilities.
• Ability to travel frequently with flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead field crew as Crew Chief for multi-camera live productions.
• Serve as Technical Director for live events with basic switching.
• Operate high-end cameras for statewide events and satellite media tours.
• Oversee lighting, audio/video QC for all outgoing feeds.
• Manage transmission workflows including satellite and Video over IP.
• Edit and output video assets using Adobe Premiere Pro.

Skills

Live broadcasting

Camera operation

Technical troubleshooting

Broadcast systems knowledge

Education

College study in related field

Tools

Adobe Premiere Pro

Production switchers

IFB systems

Video over IP

Job description

Duties Description

Under the direction of the Executive Support Director, you will staff high-profile live event video productions in the field, primarily as a hands‑on videographer, and will also be called on to fill several roles in live production. This role requires an expert‑level understanding of live television environments, advanced camera systems, production switchers, and complex transmission workflows. The ideal candidate brings a sharp eye for detail, deep technical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to thrive in a demanding, changing environment.

Typical duties include, but are not limited to:

• Field Leadership: Serve as Crew Chief for large, multi‑camera live productions in the field, managing technical setup, execution, and crew coordination.
• Live Switching: Act as a Technical Director for live events, focusing on basic switching and broadcast management rather than full program direction.
• Camera & Media Capture: Operate high‑end camera systems for statewide live events, satellite media tours, and dedicated b‑roll packages.
• Technical Setup & Quality Control: Oversee production lighting design and execute strict audio/video quality control for all outgoing feeds.
• Transmission Management: Configure and operate IFB systems and advanced transmission workflows, including satellite, fiber, Video over IP, and bonded cellular systems.
• Post-Production: Efficiently edit, format, and output high‑quality video assets using Adobe Premiere Pro.

NOTE: Travel and a variable schedule, including overtime in support of operations, are required as necessary. Travel assignments will include frequent overnight travel on short notice.

Minimum Qualifications

Seven years of experience* as a news videographer, studio camera operator, art director, copywriter, graphic designer, video editor, producer, or web designer with a national network, local network television affiliate, cable news, commercial media production facility, marketing communications agency or related operation.

• College study in a related field may be substituted for up to four years of experience with 30 credit hours equaling one year of experience.

NOTE: IN ORDER TO AWARD THE PROPER CREDIT FOR WORK EXPERIENCE, RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME, YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.

Preferred Qualifications

• Live Broadcast Experience: Extensive, proven background working in live television or high‑stakes live event production.
• Advanced Technical Knowledge: Expert‑level proficiency with professional camera systems, production switchers, and signal flow.
• Transmission Systems: Hands‑on experience with satellite, fiber, Video over IP (VoIP), and bonded cellular systems (e.g., LiveU, Comrex).

Additional Comments

The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

Downstate: Location Pay of $4,000