$61,470 to $89,867; $70,637 to $103,272; and $76,754 to $112,230
The salary in the Department of Water and Power is $83,791 to $104,086
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For information regarding reciprocity between the City of Los Angeles departments and LADWP, go to http://per.lacity.org/Reciprocity_CityDepts_and_DWP.pdf.
Higher salaries are paid for night work.
Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.
Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.
A Photographer takes digital photographs and video; works with a computer to develop, process, edit and enhance photos and video using industry standard applications; maintains a database of digital assets; prints, enlarges, reduces, and copies photographs; and coordinates the location, scouting, and art direction for departmental photographic requests. A Photographer may also work as a videographer and may operate commercial-type video and sound recording equipment.
REQUIREMENT(S)/MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)
Three years of full-time paid experience in still and/or digital photography or the video camera photography field.
A Bachelor’s degree in Photography from an accredited four-year college or university may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.
PROCESS NOTES
Applicants wishing to substitute education for two years of the required experience must list their school name and location, Bachelor’s degree and major in the Education Section of the application.
Applicants who lack six months or less of the required experience may file for this examination. However, they cannot be appointed until the full experience requirement is met.
Some positions may require a valid California driver’s license. Candidates may not be eligible for appointment to these positions if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as DUI).
Applicants with experience working with social media or digital media in a professional capacity are highly desired.
Please note that qualifying education must be from a college or university accredited by a City of Los Angeles recognized agency. A list of approved accrediting agencies can be found at http://per.lacity.org/Accredited%20Institutions%2008-21-08.pdf .
Candidates completing the exam process may be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree. Applicants who wish to expedite this process may attach a copy of their qualifying degree to their on-line application at the time of filing in the Attachments section.
WHERE TO APPLY & APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications will only be accepted on-line. When you are viewing the on-line job bulletin of your choice, simply scroll to the top of the page and select the “Apply” icon. On-line job bulletins are also available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacity
NOTE:
Applicants are urged to apply early to ensure you have time to resolve any technical issues you may encounter.
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Applications must be received by THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2024
In accordance with Civil Service Rule 4.2, all applicants who apply may not be tested in this examination. To meet anticipated hiring needs, only a limited number of qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process in the following order: 1) Applicants currently employed by the City of Los Angeles who meet the minimum requirements, or are on a reserve list; 2) Remaining applicants who meet the minimum requirements in sufficient numbers to meet hiring needs based on a random sampling of those qualified candidates. Applications submitted during the filing period may be kept on file in the event that additional applicants need to be tested to meet hiring needs.
The examination for Photographer will consist of a qualifying multiple-choice test and a weighted interview. The qualifying multiple-choice test will consist of questions administered and proctored on-line. In the on-line multiple-choice test, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Attention to Detail; Safety Focus; Equipment Operation; and Job Knowledge including knowledge of: proper use of still and video camera lighting; still and video image composition, such as the necessary elements needed in a particular photograph including camera angles, lenses, filters, lighting and other methods or techniques, in order to create an aesthetically pleasing final product; digital editing of video and still images, through the use of specialized software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, artificial intelligence (AI) and Final Cut Pro; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.
Additional job analysis information can be obtained by going to http://per.lacity.org/index.cfm?content=jobanalyses and clicking on Competencies under Photographer.
The multiple-choice test will be proctored and administered on-line during a single session. Candidates invited to participate in the on-line multiple-choice test will be able to take the test from any location using a computer with a webcam and a reliable internet connection. Candidates will receive an e-mail from the City of Los Angeles outlining the dates and specific steps on how to take the multiple-choice test on-line. It is anticipated that the remote proctored multiple-choice test will be administered between TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 and MONDAY, SEPTEMBER, 9, 2024. Candidates who do not complete and submit the remote proctored multiple-choice test on-line using a computer by the specified date and time will not be considered further in this examination.
FAQs for on-line testing are available at http://per.lacity.org/index.cfm?content=employmenttestingprocess . Candidates who do not have the required equipment may have the option to take the multiple-choice test onsite at a City facility.
Passing Score for Qualifying Multiple-Choice Test
The passing score for the qualifying multiple-choice test will be determined by Personnel Department staff after the qualifying multiple-choice test is administered. Consideration will be given to the number of candidates taking the test and the existing and anticipated number of vacancies, such that there are a sufficient number of eligibles on the list to satisfy current and future vacancies for the next two years. Therefore, the passing score for the qualifying multiple-choice test may be set at, above or below 70%.
Candidates must achieve a passing score on the qualifying multiple-choice test in order to be scheduled for the interview. The examination score will be based entirely on the interview.
In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Attention to Detail; Safety Focus; Oral Communication; and Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: still and video image composition in order to create an aesthetically pleasing final product; digital editing of video and still images, through the use of specialized software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, artificial intelligence (AI) and Final Cut Pro, in order to produce professional products; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.
As part of the interview, candidates will be required to present to the interview panel members a portfolio with samples of their photography work. While the interview panel members will not assign a separate score to the samples, the interview panel members will consider the quality of the samples in their overall evaluation of the candidate’s qualifications. Candidates should expect the interview panel members to discuss the samples with them during their interviews. Specific information regarding the portfolio of photography samples to be presented to the interview panel will be e-mailed to those candidates invited to participate in the interview.
Candidates will be notified by e-mail of the date, time, and location of the interviews, which may be held in Los Angeles or on-line.
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This examination is based on a validation study, and as provided by Civil Service Commission Rule 4.20, the qualifying multiple-choice test will not be subject to candidate inspection.
As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities. To request a disability accommodation, please complete the Disability Accommodation Form within 14 calendar days of the submittal of the City application. The Disability Accommodation Form can be obtained at http://per.lacity.org/exams/verify_disability.pdf .
Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met. Candidates may be disqualified at any time if it is determined that they do not possess the minimum qualifications stated on this bulletin.
A final average score of 70% or above in the interview portion of the examination is required to be placed on the eligible list.
Notice:
If you receive and accept an offer of employment to a regular position with the City of Los Angeles, your employee benefit coverage (including health and dental coverage as well as life insurance) will commence approximately six weeks after your original appointment. Not all positions in the City receive benefit coverage; you should inquire regarding the availability of employee benefits prior to accepting a position. All City employees are required to be Disaster Service Workers.
THIS EXAMINATION IS TO BE GIVEN
ONLY ON AN OPEN COMPETITIVE BASIS
The City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, creed, color, ancestry, medical condition (cancer), or Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome.
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://personnel.lacity.gov/faqs/employment-testing-process.html
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Mid-Senior level
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Full-time
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