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MPT Coordinating Supervisor Production Services

Recruitment #21-007050-0001

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Introduction

Maryland Public Television, which is commonly known by its familiar name "MPT", is a public television network that comprises six television stations that broadcast throughout the entire state of Maryland as well as into the District of Columbia and parts of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. MPT is the only state-wide broadcaster in Maryland. MPT is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service.

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland Public Television

11767 Owings Mills Blvd

Owings Mills, MD 21117

Main Purpose of Job

This position will serve on the management team of the production services.   The incumbent will manage and provide numerous services to internal and external clients including coordinating events and productions, managing production services resources, supervising, manage and evaluating the digital video broadcast specialists. The MPT Coordinating Supervisor will be tasked with increasing the efficiency of production as a means to generate revenue.


This is a Special Appointment position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.

POSITION DUTIES

Assist the Managing Director of Production Services with coordination, scheduling and utilization of MPT facilities including all production staff, studios, equipment and freelance pool.


Assist the Managing Director of Production Services with planning and implementing the department budgets for specific projects. 


Track facility usage which includes maintaining the software used for scheduling as well as monitoring the accuracy of all information entered into the system. 

 

Supervise the employees' direct reports and manage schedules as relates to master control, encoding and studio work.

 

Serve as director; primarily for streaming programming. 

 

Serve as a lead in addition to operating studio and remote production equipment.

 

Assist production services and facilities as they work with potential clients such as State agencies, public relations departments, independent contractors and the decision makers.


Assist with the preparation of billing documents, rental of equipment and provide technical and logistical guidance.

 

Complete timesheets, performance evaluations and inventories on time as applicable. 

 

Represent MPT at conferences and meeting in areas related to Production Services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:    Bachelor's degree in film, media, mass communications, or related field, or an                         equivalent combination of education, training and field experience.

Experience:  Five (5) years of experience which involved the various aspects of television                             production, to include three (3) years of supervisory experience.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire. 

Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s), including clear and specific information on the application regarding these qualifications. 


  • Establish directions for quality control and the incorporation of new technologies.
  • Write, bid, negotiate and award contracts.
  • Manage, supervise and train the team.
  • Assign, review work, instruct and motivate workers.
  • Clearly communicate information and ideas to others both verbally and in writing.
  • Manage time.
  • Organized, detail-oriented, and can work under pressure.
  • Work a flexible schedule: nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Appropriately correspond with staff and management.
  • Collaborate,  and lead teams. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • This position may require a flexible work schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.  
  • The selected candidate will be required to lift equipment in excess of 50 pounds. 
  • The selected candidate may be required to climb ladders, moving set, lighting equipment etc.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants must provide sufficient information on the application to show they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.


Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. If you are unable to submit your application online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via email to bdavies@mpt.org by the closing date and time. The MD State Application Form can be found online.

Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.

PLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION

Paper applications, required documents, and any addendums may be mailed or faxed (410-581-4382) by the closing date and time to:

Maryland Public Television - HR

11767 Owings Mills Blvd.

Owings Mills, MD 21117

Please read the job announcement in its entirety before applying for this recruitment. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered, and to appear on the list of people eligible for hire.

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Maryland Public Television (MPT) is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MPT that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.




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