AUDIO VISUAL/TELEVISION COORDINATOR 1962

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class produces and directs a school sponsored local TV program, videotapes events of interest and provides technical services in an AV office. The incumbent instructs students in all aspects of television production as part of an extra-curricular activity. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Produces and directs a weekly television program in which students participate as an extra-curricular activity;

Instructs students in the procedures, techniques and implementation of video newscasting, including broadcast performance, writing and speech instruction;

Videotapes school programs, local meetings, presentations, etc. as requested;

Sets up lighting and/or audio for auditorium use, athletic activities, graduation, Board of Education meetings etc.

Oversees equipment scheduling, basic repairs and coordination of outside repairs;

Assists with preparation of district-wide audio visual equipment budget.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Thorough knowledge of the techniques and procedures involved in producing and directing video programs; good knowledge of selection and editing to best serve the local audience; good knowledge of the theory and practice of writing for video; good knowledge of the theory and practice of public relations; some knowledge of government regulations affecting telecasts; ability to determine the cause of audio-visual equipment problems; ability to provide effective instruction in all phases of television production; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

OPEN COMPETITIVE

Graduation from a New York State or Regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and two years of experience as an instructor of radio/television technology and/or manager of a television station.

05/07/90

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Competitive

RR1/27/03