Production Technician - Session Only

Senate; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Senate Media Services seeks Production Technicians to support live television productions for the 2027 Legislative Session. This temporary, non-partisan role requires readiness for long hours and collaboration with Senate staff.

Open to all qualified job seekers, with the position starting January 6, 2027 and running through May 17, 2027. Seven positions are available, with salary starting at $24.09 per hour.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience in live and recorded broadcast/cable television news, sports, local government, or industrial video production, or related.

Responsibilities

• Act as a member of a production crew, performing duties as assigned.
• Operate a variety of television broadcast equipment, including production switchers, robotic cameras, graphic systems, video recording equipment and audio mixing boards.
• Work closely with the permanent production staff to ensure that assignments and standards are being met.
• Be prepared to act as a director and technical director (TD) on live television productions when asked.

Skills

Live broadcast experience

Non-partisan capacity

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Learning ability

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Teams

Job description

This posting will be used to fill seven Production Technician positions within Senate Media Services for the 2027 Legislative Session.

This is a non-partisan position, and the expectation is that the successful candidate will remain free from political party affiliation, bias, or designation the duration of the appointment.

Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

Salary: Minimum $24.09/hour

Appointment Type:Temporary

Appointment Duration: This position is a temporary position with an anticipated start of January 6, 2027 and will continue until the end of the 2027 legislative session, which is expected to end on or about May 17, 2027.

Department: Senate Media Services

Reports To: Director of Engineering and Operations

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted through November 16, 2026 at 4pm.

Position Summary

The Production Technician assists in live television productions of Senate floor sessions, committee hearings, press conferences, and special events using a variety of video production equipment. This may include production switchers, robotic and ENG cameras, graphic systems, video recording equipment, and audio mixing boards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Act as a member of a production crew, performing duties as assigned
• Operate a variety of television broadcast equipment, including production switchers, robotic cameras, graphic systems, video recording equipment and audio mixing boards.
• Work closely with the permanent production staff to ensure that assignments and standards are being met.
• Be prepared to act as a director and technical director (TD) on live television productions when asked.

Minimum Qualifications

One (1) year of experience in live and recorded broadcast/cable television news, sports, local government, or industrial video production, or related.

In addition to the qualifications listed above, applicants must demonstrate:

• Ability to work in a non-partisan capacity, supporting all members and staff regardless of party affiliation or position.
• Ability to work long and/or unpredictable hours, under pressure, during the legislative session.
• Ability to work collaboratively with Senate Media team.
• Strong communication skills to effectively communicate among Senate staff and members.
• Ability to learn quickly and retain information.
• Ability to follow directions and perform assigned tasks.
• Experience with basic office computer software including Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Teams
• Strong work ethic and ability to work under minimal supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with any of the following: Ross Carbonite switchers, Ross Xpression graphics, and robotic cameras
• Experience shooting Electronic News Gathering (ENG) style video
• Experience in the technical and aesthetic production aspects of visual communication.

An Equal Opportunity/ADA Employer