Director of Municipal Progrmming – Lowell – Lowell Telecommunications Corporation

Job description
This Lowell Telecommunications Corporation (LTC) position is full time with benefits. Under the direction of LTC’s Executive Director, the Director of Municipal Programming will oversee all programming and distribution on LTC Channel 99 in conjunction with City government offices and agencies. Hours are variable, depending on work assignments and will include some evenings and weekends..

Principal Duties:
Oversee the look and management of Channel 99, including scheduling of programs, public service announcements, bulletin board messages, and promotions.
Maintain positive relationships and open communication with City government officials and staff.
Supervise the Municipal staff and interns/volunteers assigned to assist with Channel 99 operations.
Provide for the coverage of, and be Producer of Record for, the City Council meetings, Lowell School Committee meetings, Planning Board meetings, Zoning Board of Appeals meetings, Conservation Commission meetings, License Commission meetings and City Council Subcommittee meetings as needed. Provide coverage of other important municipal events, determined in conjunction with the Issuing Authority – the City Manager.
Produce and/or oversee the production of original municipal programming from concept to completion – by city departments, local governmental agencies and municipal producers.
Manage and maintain the Municipal Department’s portable video equipment and the robotic video system in City Hall. Troubleshoot technical issues. Recommend technology purchases to the Executive Director.
Maintain Channel 99 cablecasting equipment and troubleshoot cablecast issues with TelVue tech support.
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, acquire programs of interest to the community from other access stations, satellite, and the Web for cablecast.
Maintain detailed programming records as required by the City of Lowell. Submit quarterly programming reports.

Qualifications:
Associates Degree or higher in related field including video production, communications, computer technology, or broadcasting.
At least two years of work experience in public access, commercial TV, or a community media center.
Strong digital production and editing skills. Ability to produce TV shows creatively, efficiently, and in a timely manner. Experience directing in a three-camera TV studio, and documentary-style video experience.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Strong verbal and written abilities.
Ability to work with a diverse membership and collaborate on media projects.
Experience working with a variety of digital media files and an understanding of the digital production workflow.
Experience directing or producing live events.
Commitment to free speech and community development through media technology.
Ability to lift and move 50lbs. of video equipment.

How to apply
To apply, send a letter of interest and a resume to Wendy Blom, Executive Director, atwblom@ltc.orgby March 1, 2016. No phone calls please.

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