Video production assistant (hourly city worker)

Description

Position Highlights:

• Support an award-winning government television channel
• Gain hands-on experience in studio, field, and post-production environments
• Help inform and engage the Thousand Oaks community through video and digital media

The City of Thousand Oaks has an excellent part-time opportunity for an individual interested in media, television, and video production. The Video Production Assistant will support TOTV, the City’s award-winning government television channel. Under the direction of the Strategic Communications Director, the Video Production Assistant will assist with production, post-production, and master control assignments supporting the daily operation of the City’s television channel. Technical training in the City’s in-house production systems will be provided.

The Video Production Assistant (Hourly City Worker) is a part-time, hourly, at-will position that involves working approximately 20 hours per week, not to exceed 29 hours per week or 1,000 hours per fiscal year (July 1 through June 30). The work schedule is flexible and will include evening or weekend assignments.

Examples of Duties

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with studio and field video production activities.
• Operate HD video cameras and related television-production equipment.
• Support video editing, graphics, lighting, and post-production assignments.
• Assist with master control operations and the scheduling or playback of programming.
• Provide production support for City meetings, programs, events, and community activities.
• Assist with location videography, including equipment setup and breakdown.
• Help prepare video content for broadcast, digital, and social media platforms.
• Organize and maintain production files, video assets, and equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess:

• Interest in television production, public-sector communications, social media, and civic engagement.
• Familiarity with technical operations related to television production and master control.
• Experience with HD video cameras, Adobe Premiere Pro CC or comparable video-editing software, and Adobe After Effects.
• Familiarity with location videography and lighting techniques.
• A positive, dependable, and team-oriented approach.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City staff, coworkers, and the public.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, demonstrate initiative, and work independently.
• College-level coursework in communications, media, entertainment, or a related field.
• A valid Class C California driver’s license, required to perform field work.

Essential Traits desired:

• Customer Service Oriented
• Analytical Skills
• Organizational and Planning Skills
• Safety-conscious

Supplemental Information

FILING DEADLINE: Open until filled. Applications and supplemental questions will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. First candidate review date: Thursday, October 22nd, 2026.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE: Applicants are required to complete the Supplemental Questionnaire. This will be used throughout the process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. Additional information about the City is available on our website at www.toaks.gov. For additional information or questions, please contact Human Resources at (805) 449-2144.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Thousand Oaks makes reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities to participate in the selection process. If you wish to request an accommodation in order to participate in the selection process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the final filing date. Applicants requesting an accommodation should document the request including the type and extent of accommodations requested to participate in the selection process and/or perform the duties of the job for which applied.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE: In order to qualify for Veteran’s Preference a Form DD214, or other acceptable proof of service, must be submitted by the deadline date/time noted in the job announcement. Any veteran who has successfully completed all phases of a selection process for employment with the City shall be granted a final interview regardless of his or her ranking on the eligibility list, providing he/she meets the criteria for an eligible veteran.

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