CC RES 2025-073 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-73
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING NEW
CLASS SPECIFICATIONS FOR TELEVISION
PRODUCER AND TELEVISION PRODUCER ON-
CAMERA
WHEREAS, Title 2, Chapter 2.46, Section 2.46.030 of the Rancho Palos Verdes
Municipal Code, and Rule III, Section 1, of the Competitive Service Employee Rules
authorizes the City Manager to prepare, maintain, and amend the classification plan as
needed, which shall contain job specifications for job classifications for positions covered
by the Rules; and
WHEREAS, Rule III, Section 3 of the Competitive Service Employee Rules sets
forth the requirement that the classification plan consists of job specifications, which shall
set forth a descriptive title, typical duties and responsibilities, essential functions of the
position, and the training, experience, and other qualifications necessary or desirable for
the effective performance of each position within a job classification; and
WHEREAS, the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act (the MMBA) imposes on public
employers and recognized employee organizations a "mutual obligation" to meet and
confer regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment, and
thereby freely exchange information, opinions, and proposals to reach an agreement on
matters within the scope of representation; and
WHEREAS, the change to the job specification of a represented classification falls,
respectively, within the scope of bargaining between the City Council and American
Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, District Council 36 (AFSCME).
Labor relations representatives completed the meet and confer process with the City and
AFSCME have no objections regarding approving the job descriptions for part-time
positions of Television Producer and Television Producer On-Camera; and
WHEREAS, the City Council and AFSCME desire to approve the job descriptions
for Television Producer and Television Producer On-Camera, by accepting, adopting and
implementing this resolution;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS
VERDES DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE AND RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
Section 'I: The City Council finds the above recitals are true and correct and
incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 2: The City Council approves and adopts the attached new Class
Specifications for part-time Television Producer provided herewith as Exhibit B-1 and
Television Producer On-Camera provided herewith as Exhibit C-1.
Section 3: This resolution shall be effective on October 21, 2025. The City Clerk
shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 21 St day of October 2025.
Mayor
Attest:
ity C -r.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES )
I, Teresa Takaoka, City Clerk of the City of Rancho Palos Verdes, hereby certify
that the above Resolution No. 2025-73 was duly and regularly passed and adopted by
the said City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on October 21, 2025.
City CIerk
Resolution No 2025-73
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CLASS SPECIFICATION
DATE: 20251021
FLSA: NON-EXEMPT
JOB CLASS: T180
TELEVISION PRODUCER
DEFINITION AND CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Under limited supervision, plans, directs and coordinates the operations of the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes' television station and channel; supervises interns and volunteers; produces and
coordinates production and airing of local programming on the channel, Granicus, YouTube, and
other platforms as needed; monitors cable system for accuracy of information and proper
functioning.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision and administrative direction from the Deputy City Manager or
his/her designee. May provide functional or technical supervision to volunteers, interns and other
support staff.
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The examples provided illustrate the general scope of the position and are not exhaustive. The
City reserves the right to adjust job responsibilities as needed to meet operational requirements,
including adding, modifying, or removing functions:
• Plan, write, shoot direct, edit and produce programs and program segments using
111 single and multi-camera production techniques.
• Perform script research and coordinate production
• Direct professional and non-professional talent
• Assists in planning, directing and coordinating the operations of the television station
and channel, including scheduling, continuity, production, publicity, and programming on
various platforms including YouTube.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with media organizations, companies, production
vendors, other government,agencies and the public relating to the television-channel.
• Consult and provide technical support to City departments on television production
issues.
• Supervises and participates in programming activities to ensure quality and compliance
with FCC regulations. Serves as executive producer in preparing all program
treatments, scripts, materials, equipment and crew assignments for Deputy City
Manager's approval.
• Prepares production activity and other reports related to television channel operations
and State and federal requirements. Recommends broadcasting policies, procedures
and standards.
• Recommends equipment selection and budgets for television production. Supervises
the repair and maintenance of production equipment.
• Assists with internship and volunteer program participation. Trains interns and
volunteers in video production and other related matters.
• Conducts pre-interviews, story planning, scripting, gathering information, editing and all
other aspects of production. Performs production duties including technical direction,
creating and producing electronic graphics, directing field and studio productions,
setting up and operating cameras and audio equipment and providing support services
for City related presentations.
Class Specification Television Producer Resolution No 2025-73 Exhibit B-1
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QUALIFICATIONS
Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with elected and appointed officials, City
Manager, Department directors, employees, vendors, consultants and the general
public.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials,
City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Department directors, employees, vendors,
consultants and the general public.
Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability
• Ability to utilize a thorough knowledge of the principles and techniques of long and short-
range television programming.
• Knowledge of sources of municipal television programs and the structure and operations
of a television system.
• Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations pertaining to system operations.
• Ability to direct the operations of the Municipal Television Station and Channel in
accordance with related regulations and City policies; establish and maintain
broadcasting standards; analyze organizational, administrative and technical problems
and adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to develop and implement effective program procedures; research and develop
program ideas and concepts.
• Working knowledge and practical application of studio/remote video production, script
writing, editing, lighting, and television/video camera recording techniques and
processes.
General Knowledge of:
• Video, audio, and audiovisual equipment operation, set-up, and routine maintenance.
• Single and multi-camera production techniques for planning, writing, shooting, directing,
editing, and producing programs.
• Reporting requirements for production activities and State and federal regulations.
• Broadcasting policies, procedures, and standards.
• Familiarity of industry equipment, setup and operation.
• Safety and supervisory best practices.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and
abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be.
Completion of a four-year college curriculum with a major in telecommunications or a related
field, and three years responsible experience in the production, direction and administration of
television operations.
Licenses and Certifications:
Class Specification Television Producer Resolution No 2025-73 Exhibit B-1
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• Valid Class C California Driver's License is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to operate equipment and machinery requiring simple but continuous adjustments, such
as computer terminal, photocopier, telephone, etc.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
,. Ability to work under varying, but generally safe and comfortable conditions where
exposure to environmental factors such as temperature variations, noise, wetness
and/or dust may cause discomfort but poses little risk of injury.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include evenings, weekends and holidays.
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Class Specification.Television Producer Resolution No 2025-73 Exhibit B-1
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RPV
CLASS SPECIFICATION
DATE: 20251021
FLSA: NON-EXEMPT
JOB CLASS: T165
TELEVISION PRODUCER ON-CAMERA
DEFINITION AND CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
Under limited supervision, plans, directs and coordinates the operations of the City of Rancho
Palos Verdes' television station and channel; supervises interns and volunteers; produces and
coordinates production and airing of local programming on the channel, Granicus, YouTube,
and other platforms as needed; monitors television system for accuracy of information and
proper functioning; presents or hosts shows on-camera by conducting interviews and/or
narrating video content.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision and administrative direction from the Deputy City Manager or
his/her designee. May provide functional or technical supervision to volunteers, interns and
other support staff.
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The examples provided illustrate the general scope of the position and are not exhaustive. The
City reserves the right to adjust job responsibilities as needed to meet operational requirements,
including adding, modifying, or removing functions:
• Plan, write, shoot, direct, edit and produce programs and program segments using
single and multi-camera production techniques.
• Perform script research and coordinate production
• Direct professional and non-professional talent
• Presents or hosts shows on-camera by conducting interviews and/or narrating video
content.
• Assists in planning, directing and coordinating the operations of the television station
and channel, including scheduling, continuity, production, publicity, and programming on
various platforms including YouTube.
• Establishes and maintains liaison with media organizations, companies, production
vendors, other government agencies and the public relating to the television channel.
Consults and provides technical support to City departments on television production
issues.
• Supervises and participates in programming activities to ensure quality and compliance
with FCC regulations. Serves as executive producer in preparing all program treatments,
scripts, materials, equipment and crew assignments for Deputy City Manager's approval.
• Prepares production activity and other reports related to television channel operations
and State.and federal requirements. Recommends broadcasting policies, procedures
and standards.
• Recommends equipment selection and budgets for the television production. Supervises
the repair and maintenance of production equipment.
• Assists with internship and volunteer program participation. Trains interns and
volunteers in video production and other related matters.
Class Specification:Television Producer On-Camera Resolution No. 2025-73 Exhibit C-1
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• Conducts pre-interviews, story planning, scripting, gathering information, editing and all
other aspects of production. Performs production duties including technical direction,
creating and producing electronic graphics, directing field and studio productions, setting
up and operating cameras and audio equipment and providing support services for City
related presentations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Language Ability and Interpersonal Communication
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with elected and appointed officials, City
Manager, Department directors, employees, vendors, consultants and the general
public.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with elected and appointed officials,
City Manager, Deputy City Manager, Department directors, employees, vendors,
consultants and the general public.
Judgment and Situational Reasoning Ability
• Ability to utilize a thorough knowledge of the principles and techniques of long and short-
range television programming.
• Knowledge of sources of municipal television programs and the structure and operations
of a television system.
• Knowledge of FCC rules and regulations pertaining to system operations.
• Ability to direct the operations of the Municipal Television Station and Channel in
accordance with related regulations and City policies; establish and maintain
broadcasting standards; analyze organizational, administrative and technical problems
and adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to develop and implement effective program procedures; research and develop
program ideas and concepts.
General Knowledge of
• Current industry standards, practices, and procedures related to video production.
• Single and multi-camera production techniques.
• Executive production processes, including program treatments, script preparation,
material selection, equipment management, and crew assignments.
• Broadcasting beast practices.
• Safety and supervisory best practices.
Education and Experience:
Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and
abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:
• Must have,a minimum of 2 years of on-camera experience.
• Completion of a four-year college curriculum with a major in telecommunications or a
related field, and three years responsible experience in the production, direction and
administration of television operations.
Class Specification.Television Producer On-Camera Resolution No.2025-73 Exhibit C-1
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Licenses and Certifications:
111 • Valid Class C California Driver's License is required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Ability to operate equipment and machinery requiring simple but continuous adjustments, such
as computer terminal, photocopier, telephone, etc.
ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Ability to work under varying, but generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to
environmental factors such as temperature variations, noise, wetness and/or dust may cause
discomfort but poses little risk of injury. Ability to work a flexible schedule, which may include
evenings, weekends and holidays.
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