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The San Francisco Police Department was established in 1849 and continually strives to become a more effective, inclusive and modern police department, while earning the trust and pride of those we serve and those who serve. Our goal is to reflect on current SFPD initiatives, assess best practices across the country, and evaluate the changing environment in policing and within the City to arrive at a strategy statement that the Department and our community can embody every day.

The San Francisco Police Department stands for Safety and Respect for All. We will engage in just transparent unbiased and responsive policing. We will do so in the spirit of dignity and in collaboration with the community. And we will maintain and build trust and respect as the guardians of Constitutional and human rights.

The San Francisco Police Department is committed to excellence in law enforcement and is dedicated to the people, traditions and diversity of our City. The department provides service with understanding, response with compassion, performance with integrity and law enforcement with vision. The department has grown into a nationally known police department providing law enforcement services to one of the most recognized cities in the United States.

Specific information regarding this recruitment process are listed below:

• Application Opening: September 06, 2024
• Application Deadline: Apply immediately, announcement may close anytime after September 20, 2024.
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm. May be asked to work weekends and/or after hours on occasion.

The San Francisco Police Department is seeking an experienced Media Production Technician to provide technical support for the audio and video recording of departmental meetings and / or events. The 1766 – Media Production Technician will exemplify SFPD's core values and mission while performing the following functions:

• Set-up, operate and troubleshoot a variety of audio and video media equipment (hardware and software), assists with on-location audio and video production with equipment such as cameras, cables, lights, microphones, audio mixer, video switcher, waveform / vectorscope, tripods & set design props, (backgrounds if needed);
• Assists with syncing and editing audio and video sources with the switcher, video uploading, adjusting set lights, wiring lavalier microphones with an audio mixer, titling graphics and encode video programs.
• Packs, transports, sets-up, operates, and troubleshoots camera audio and video systems, including lights, audio feeds, and digital video recorders for on-site and remote recordings of SFPD meetings and/or events.
• Produces, directs, researches, shoots, edits video and studio productions.
• Responsible for the setup of A/V equipment for meetings, public service announcements, location productions, and in-studio productions.
• Inputs still photos, graphics and logos as part of the design process in post-production.
• Communicates with SFPD staff at all levels, the general public, elected officials, and other city employees.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

How to qualify

In order to be considered, you must possess the following education and experience:

1. Three (3) years of broadcast production experience.

And

2. Possession of a valid California driver's license

Substitution:

A certificate from a recognized media production program may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.

Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in broadcasting, communications or a related field may substitute for all of the required experience.

Verification of Education and Experience: Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process.

Note: Falsifying one's education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline. Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City and County of San Francisco application.

Background Investigation: Prior to employment with the San Francisco Police Department, a thorough background investigation will be conducted to determine the candidate's suitability for employment.

What else should I know?

Recruiter Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the HR Analyst, Anna Duong at ...@sfgov.org.

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The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

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