Producer Media Services at Orange County Department of Education
About the Employer
The Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) serves some of Orange County’s most vulnerable student populations and provides support and mandated fiscal oversight to 28 school districts serving more than 600 schools and approximately 475,000 students. In addition to providing direct instruction to students through its own alternative and special education programs, OCDE administers an array of programs and services that are critical to the operations of local school districts and community colleges, facilitating professional development, legal guidance, payroll, career and technical education support, high-speed internet access, Local Control and Accountability Plan assistance and approval, resources for families, and student enrichment. OCDE’s vision is that “Orange County students will lead the nation in college and career readiness and success.” Department staff are working to achieve this goal in collaboration with educators at all levels of student development, from early childhood through higher education, and in partnership with families, businesses and community organizations.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Communications and Media Services team at OCDE showcases, supports, and enhances the work of the Orange County Department of Education and Orange County schools through services such as video production, copywriting, media relations, graphic design, web design, and event planning. As a collaborative group, we partner with key stakeholders across the department to create a diverse range of engaging content. Additionally, we provide audiovisual support and equipment for meetings and meeting spaces. Join the Orange County Department of Education as a Producer, Media Services and bring your expertise to a dynamic team dedicated to crafting high-quality instructional, promotional, and public information content. In this role, you will engage in every aspect of media production—from pre-production planning and scriptwriting to on-set execution and post- production editing. You will have the opportunity to work with advanced audio, video, and lighting equipment to produce impactful multimedia content for diverse audiences. We’re looking for innovative individuals with a background in film, video or television production, or a related field, and at least two years of experience in video and audio production. If you thrive in collaborative environments, excel in operating digital media tools, and enjoy transforming creative ideas into engaging visual narratives, we encourage you to apply! Take this chance to showcase your skills and make a lasting impression through media that informs,educates, and inspires. As part of your application, it is strongly preferred you to attach or upload a portfolio or reel showcasing your work. This can be provided as a link or as a PDF document containing a list of links to relevant projects.
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Two (2) years of progressively responsible video/audio production experience. • Four (4) year college or university with a major in television production experience or a closely related field. • Experience in live/web streaming production and the use of broadcast quality and high-end production equipment is preferred. As part of your application, it is strongly preferred you to attach or upload a portfolio or reel showcasing your work. This can be provided as a link or as a PDF document containing a list of links to relevant projects.
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. What aspect of the video production process is the most exciting to you, and why? 2. Can you provide an example of a project you developed from concept to completion? Include details about your creative process, the team involved, your role(s), and how you ensured client satisfaction throughout the project. 3. Please list the production equipment and software you are familiar with (cameras, audio, lighting, editing software, effects, photography)
Requirements / Qualifications
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: • Two (2) years of progressively responsible video/audio production experience. • Four (4) year college or university with a major in television production experience or a closely related field. • Experience in live/web streaming production and the use of broadcast quality and high-end production equipment is preferred. As part of your application, it is strongly preferred you to attach or upload a portfolio or reel showcasing your work. This can be provided as a link or as a PDF document containing a list of links to relevant projects.
There are supplemental questions in the application. Please note that the EdJoin system will time-out after a 20-minute period of perceived inactivity. To assist you in the preparation of your application, the supplemental questions are listed here. Your responses should be thoughtful and thorough, and within the limit of 5,000 characters or less. We recommend that you prepare your responses in advance of beginning the application. 1. What aspect of the video production process is the most exciting to you, and why? 2. Can you provide an example of a project you developed from concept to completion? Include details about your creative process, the team involved, your role(s), and how you ensured client satisfaction throughout the project. 3. Please list the production equipment and software you are familiar with (cameras, audio, lighting, editing software, effects, photography)
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Comments and Other Information
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed online application.
Before receiving authorization to work in this position, the individual selected will be required to provide a current negative TB authorization, within the last 60 days, and submit fingerprints for the purpose of conducting a confidential background investigation and record check. The tests are arranged and paid for by OCDE.
The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to verify the employability of all new employees. Before the Department will finalize an offer of employment, the candidate selected will be required to show original documents which establish both the individual’s identity and employment authorization. The candidate must also sign a statement under penalty of perjury regarding his/her employability.
We reserve the right to reopen, readvertise, or delay filling this position.
AA/EOE/ADA
Application Deadline
2/16/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
Date Posted
1/27/2025
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$5,279.00 - $6,924.00 Monthly
$5,279.00 - $6,924.00 Monthly
Add'l Salary Info
Classified, Range 46. Placement based on education and years of experience.
Length of Work Year
260 Days / 12 Months
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefits
We provide a safe, caring, courteous, and professional environment that fosters collaborative work and individual development for employees. OCDE offers generous, comprehensive, tax-free insurance benefits options to full-time members of the staff. Benefits may be prorated for employees working fewer than 12 months per year or less than full-time. Benefits packages include medical, dental, and vision care insurance for employees and their eligible dependents, and life insurance for employees.