Maryland Public Television, commonly known as MPT, is a public television network that broadcasts throughout the entire state of Maryland and the District of Columbia and into parts of Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. MPT is Maryland's only statewide broadcaster. Headquartered in Owings Mills, MPT is a member of the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) and is a producer of both locally and nationally distributed TV programs and digital content.
Maryland Public Television
11767 Owings Mills Blvd
Owings Mills MD 21117
This contractual position will support the Production Operations department with duties that range the full gamut of production to the final product. The position will ensure that programs maintain a high standard of technical excellence. The PS I, PS II, and PS III utilize prompters, Gaffer (Levels 1, 2, and 3), Grip (Levels 1, 2, and 3), act as Floor Director, Character Generator, including Senior Character Generator, Studio Camera Operators, Videographers, Remote Camera Operators, Audio technicians, Production Director, Production Lighting Director, Production Engineer-in-Charge and/or Editor.
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Production Specialist I Experience:
One (1) year of experience in the television industry or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Media, Communications, Journalism, or related discipline for the required experience.
Production Specialist II Experience:
Three (3) years of experience in the television industry.
Production Specialist III Experience:
Five (5) years of experience in the television industry.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
- Applicants are required to provide a copy of a demo reel or link for a demo reel, if selected for an interview.
- This position may require a flexible work schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- This position may require working outside in unfavorable or harsh weather conditions that might include exposure to the sun, wind, water, etc.
- This position may include long periods of walking, standing, climbing, and maneuvering in and around tight spaces.
- The selected candidate will be required to lift equipment in excess of 50 pounds.
- The selected candidate may be required to climb ladders and use motorized lifts in order to operate and install in-studio lights.
Please make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
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.
The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the online or paper application.
Contractual employees who work for an agency covered under the State Employee and Retiree Health and Welfare Benefits Program, have a current employment contract and work 30 or more hours a week (or on average 130 hours per month) may be eligible for subsidized health benefits coverage for themselves and their dependents. As a contractual employee, you will be responsible for paying 25% of the premiums for your medical and prescription coverage, including any eligible dependents you have enrolled. The State of Maryland will subsidize the remaining 75% of the cost for these benefits. You can also elect to enroll in dental coverage, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and life insurance, but will be responsible to pay the full premium for these benefits.
Leave may be granted to a contractual employee who has worked 120 days in a 12 month period. This leave accrues at a rate of one hour for every 30 hours worked, not to exceed 40 hours per calendar year.
The online applications are Strongly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application (and supplemental questionnaire) may be submitted to Maryland Public Television – HR, 11767 Owings Mills Blvd., Owings Mills, MD 21117. Paper application materials must be received by the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted.
If additional information is required, the preferred method is to upload. If you are unable to upload, please fax the requested information to 410-581-4382. Only additional materials that are required will be accepted for this recruitment. All additional information must be received by the closing date and time.
For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Aaron Clark at 410-581-4115 or [email protected]
If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division at 410-767-4850 or [email protected].
Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request by calling: MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258.
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State's diversity.
