Summary
The Federal Judicial Center is the federal courts' agency for research and continuing education. Congress established the Center in 1967 as a separate organization within the federal judicial system at the request of the Judicial Conference of the United States. A nine -member board, chaired by the Chief Justice of the United States, determines its basic policies.
Duties
The Information Technology Office organizes, supports, and manages the Center's technology activities in response to the Center's needs and its statutory responsibilities to provide education and research to the federal courts. The Center seeks a Studio and Live Production Director and Editor for the Interactive and Creative Media team to provide quality media services to the judiciary.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Studio & Live Production Lead, and often in close cooperation with a producer, the Production Director and Editor designs, plans, and directs all phases of studio, field, and remote productions, including preproduction, production, and postproduction. Duties include:
- analyzing project descriptions; recommending production strategies and approaches; contributing to writing, editing, and finalizing scripts.
- scouting and determining production locations, schedules, and production personnel requirements; recommending selection of appropriate talent; obtaining necessary clearances; recommending other artistic and technical elements for programs.
- in collaboration with producers, judicial education attorneys, education specialists and others, directing all video production personnel on all types of video productions and podcasts; rehearsing and directing actors and non-professional talent, including
- judges and other court personnel; selecting and placing cameras, lights, microphones, and other equipment; selecting camera angles; determining length of time of each shot and scene; directing special visual effects; assuming responsibility for production activities.
- final editing of audio and video programs and podcasts which entails collaborating with and editors and graphic designers and working with producers to assemble the final product.
- serving in various production capacities for programs directed by others.
- advising and training staff on production techniques, editing or any other aspect of program work.
- keeping abreast of technical advances in audio and video technology and researching, recommending, and providing justification for purchases of Center audio and video equipment.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
The Federal Judicial Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and an inclusive work culture. It strives to maintain a professional and collegial workplace in which everyone is valued and treated fairly and respectfully.
Qualifications
MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Five years' experience directing video productions.
- A BA in video production or related field.
- Experience directing live and news magazine style productions.
- Knowledge of current studio and location production techniques.
- Experience with video and audio editing, casting, and direction of professional actors.
- Ability to lift 30 lbs.
- Ability to work on 16' ladder.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Passion for new and innovative tools and techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct research and share insights and trends with the Center.
- Ability to bring creative concepts to life through innovative media.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams on multiple projects.
- Ability to prioritize projects, keep commitments, and consistently deliver highly effective media.
- Possess self-initiative and desire for continuing professional growth along with the acquisition of new skills and expertise.
- Experience with analytics.
- Experience with remote collaboration skills.
- Demonstrated success aligning creative strategies with client needs, time constraints, and goals.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Please read the "Next steps" section for more information.
Required Documents
Please read the "How to Apply" section.
How to Apply
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
In a brief cover letter referring to Announcement #24-05T, please summarize how you satisfy the qualifications listed above. Applications without the required cover letter or with cover letters that do not address the qualifications will not be considered. Along with the cover letter, please include a current resume that specifies dates of employment and responsibilities for all related positions. A cover letter and resume in a single combined PDF document is required. Name the file using your last name, first name, and the announcement number, as follows: Lastname.Firstname.24-05T.pdf. Information provided in the transmittal email will not be considered part of the application.
All applications should be submitted by email to personnel@fjc.gov.
When applying, please refer to Announcement #24-05T. This vacancy will remain open until filled, but to assure full consideration, your application must be received by 11:59 p.m. July 15, 2024.
Next steps
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