TELEVISION SPECIALIST

Overview

Capture, edit, and produce high‑quality media (photos, video, audio, drone) for Caltrans projects and communications.

Key Responsibilities

• media capture
• equipment calibration
• video editing
• av setup
• content optimization
• safety protocols

Tasks

-Travel statewide—often on short notice—for emergency coverage of storms, closures, and urgent updates. -Support staff with AV setup, on-camera presence, and communication best practices. -Archive and manage media assets per records retention protocols. -Maintain, track, and calibrate all media equipment. -Add graphics, captions, music, and voiceovers to create accessible, branded content. -Capture high-quality photos, 4K video, and audio of infrastructure, projects, events, and field operations. -Prepare and optimize content for social media, intranet, and websites. -Edit media using Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Audition, Photoshop, Lightroom). -Caltrans prioritizes safety in all aspects of its work. Describe a specific example of how you prioritize and integrate safety protocols during a drone mission, photography or videography assignment—especially in a field or construction site setting. -Explain your role in setting up and supporting audiovisual (AV) systems for a live or recorded event. Describe the equipment used, outline your setup process, and explain how you troubleshoot technical issues in high-pressure or time-sensitive situations. -Translate complex transportation concepts into clear public messaging. -Collaborate with engineers, PIOs, and communications staff to produce narrative-driven media. -The Television Specialist/Photographer may need to collaborate with engineers, public information officers, maintenance crews, or executive leadership. Provide an example of a cross-functional team project and how you contributed to its success. -Represent Caltrans professionally with staff, stakeholders, and the public. -Operate cameras, drones, lighting, microphones, and AV equipment; set up and troubleshoot for briefings, meetings, and trainings. -Follow Caltrans safety standards in construction zones and remote environments.

Requirements

• soq
• driver's license
• std 678
• drone license

What You Bring

-Statement of qualifications (SOQ) required. -Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle. -A resume should not take the place of completing the STD 678. -Current version of the State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (when not applying electronically), or the Electronic State Employment Application through your Applicant Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. All Experience and Education relating to the Minimum Qualifications listed on the Classification Specification should be included to demonstrate how you meet the Minimum Qualifications for the position. -Part 107 Commercial Drone License

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About Caltrans

-Oversees the state's highway network. -Ensures mobility and safety for millions. -Key projects include highway construction, bridge maintenance, and traffic management solutions. -Addresses the diverse challenges of California’s landscape. -Plans and executes infrastructure projects to support state growth. -Integrates technology to improve traffic flow and reduce congestion. -Sustainability efforts focus on reducing carbon emissions in transport. -Supports multimodal transport, including bike lanes and public transit systems. -Engages in large-scale projects to modernize transportation.

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