TYPE OF RECRUITMENT:

We welcome applications from everyone.

FILING PERIOD:

We will be accepting online applications from Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. (PT) until Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 5:00 P.M. (PT)

All applications must be received before 5:00 P.M. (PT) on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, to be accepted.

EXAM NUMBER:

J7142I

Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits

Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation: https://hr.lacounty.gov/benefits/

Why work for us?

With more than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County is the most populous county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, over 116,000 employees in more than 38 Departments, we provide vital public services as diverse as law enforcement, property assessment, public health protection, water conservation, cultural activities and many more.

We are dedicated professionals committed to preserving the dignity and integrity of the workplace as well as protecting the rights of each employee. The County has more than 2,300 different job descriptions, offering a lifetime of opportunities and careers! We offer one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the country. Join us and discover a rich selection of health care options, robust retirement plans and the flexibility to work, relax, and rejuvenate to reach your fullest personal and professional potential.

Essential Job Functions

Sets up meetings with clients, vendors, resource providers, colleagues, and supervisors.

Solicits creative input with clients, colleagues, and supervisors.

Solicits content and reviews evaluations from subject matter experts, clients, trainers, colleagues and supervisors to create or edit training, recruitment, and informational media.

Analyzes scripts/treatments containing complicated subject matter to determine the effective presentation of ideas considering clarity, effect, credibility, audience, and desired emotional impact.

Determines the most effective format, approach, content, and level of presentation to meet training, recruitment, and educational objectives, time restrictions, and budget.

Converts production ideas into finished production scripts by working with subject matter experts and clients, preparing outlines and storyboards to illustrate the action, developing shot lists, and writing dialog.

Plans and schedules productions.

Identifies and acquires cast, crew, sets, props, wardrobe, equipment, and other assets for productions.

Conducts site surveys for fit and shooting logistics.

Secures permits, consents, and releases to meet the legal requirements for recording persons and places.

Directs and assists staff with fabrication of sets, props, and wardrobe, as needed.

Directs the activities of the production crew, equipment, and cast in the studio and on location by guiding performances and determining the placement and movements of performers, crew members, lights, cameras, microphones, props, and sets.

Directs the production of a wide variety of other-than-video media materials from inception to final product, including still photographs, recordings, graphics, printed material, and instructional material.

Studies and recommends solutions to problems affecting multi-media productions, such as budgeting, scheduling, cost effectiveness, equipment, and deadline issues.

Develops animation for informational, recruitment, and training media.

Operates broadcast-quality audio and video equipment as a producer, director, editor, or crew member on presentations/projects produced by self or others to produce artistic and quality sound and pictures.

Operates both Windows and Mac operating systems with word processing, communication, database, graphics, video editing, and special effects software when reviewing and editing videos and graphics into a final product.

Operates and maintains a wide variety of audiovisual equipment, including still and video cameras, video recorders, audio mixers, lighting equipment, and computer-based applications.

Documents law enforcement events, such as Department functions, press conferences, search and rescue operations, training activities, and natural disasters.

Evaluates and recommends new electronic equipment, hardware, and software used for multi-media productions.

For more information, please view the classification specifications Video Production Specialist.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY

OPTION A: A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Instructional Communications Technology or similar field.

OPTION B: A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in communications or a related field AND one year's experience within the last three years, writing, producing, and directing training or informational programs using broadcast level video technology used within the last three years.

LICENSE
A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

PHYSICAL CLASS
Physical Class II - Light: This class includes administrative and clerical positions requiring light physical effort that may include occasional light lifting to a 10-pound limit and some bending, stooping, or squatting. Considerable ambulation may be involved.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION

To receive credit for the required degree, you MUST include a legible copy of the official degree, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of filing, or by Tuesday, March 31, 2026. Documentation should be submitted to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org and indicate your name, the exam title, and exam number. Failure to provide the required documentation will result in application rejection. Unofficial transcripts will not be accepted to meet the education requirement. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; If proof of education is not in English, then translation is required. International degrees must be evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards if not listed in the International Handbook of Universities or World Higher Education Database. For more information on our standards for educational documents, please visit:

https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf (Download PDF reader)

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS BY TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 2026, IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE
As part of this application process, applicants will be required to complete a supplemental questionnaire. The questionnaire contains a pre-investigative questionnaire which will be used as part of the background investigation process to ensure applicants meet the standards set forth by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. Applicants who fail the pre-investigative questionnaire will be disqualified and will have to wait three (3) months from the date of the disqualification in order to reapply.

Additional Information

EXAMINATION CONTENT

This examination will consist of a structured interview weighted 100% assessing:

knowledge of the basics of film and video production
knowledge of, and ability to use, video production equipment
knowledge of the concepts of photography and lighting
knowledge of new developments and technologies
creativity
problem-solving skills
flexibility
project management skills
interpersonal skills
oral communication skill

APPLICANTS WHO RECEIVE A PASSING SCORE OF 70% OR HIGHER ON THE EXAMINATION WILL BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION
If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the examination process, you will be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation. Please note, you will be contacted at a later time by a Sheriff's Department representative that will guide you through the process. You will be provided with an initial deadline to submit documentation. Failure to submit the required documentation by the deadline will delay your participation in the examination process and consideration for initial placement on the eligible list.

VETERAN'S CREDIT

If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran's credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a copy of your form DD214 to review, so please include that with your application or email it to sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org as soon as possible, so if you are eligible for veteran's credit, we can include it before the list is available.

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION

The names of applicants receiving a passing grade in the examination will be placed on the eligible list for a period of six (6) months from the date of promulgation.

The list of successful applicants created from this exam will be used to fill vacancies within the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Executive Division, Sheriff's Information Bureau.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS MUST COMPLETE A THOROUGH BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION, INCLUDING FINGERPRINT SEARCH. Examples of disqualifying factors include: Any felony convictions; job related misdemeanor convictions; certain serious traffic convictions or patterns of traffic violations (3 moving violations in one year; failure to appear; at fault accidents; suspended license; driving under the influence); poor credit history; poor employment history; substance abuse; anyone on probation.

ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY IF HIRED

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has a "zero tolerance" policy for its employees for the following:

Use of narcotics, controlled substances, and/or prescription drugs without a prescription.

Any employee found in violation of this policy will be subject to discharge.

AVAILABLE SHIFT: Any Shift

APPOINTEES MUST BE WILLING TO WORK ANY SHIFT, INCLUDING EVENINGS, NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS.

WORK CONDITIONS

The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department operates seven (7) days a week, 24-hours a day. Appointees MUST be willing and able to:

work flexible hours (evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays)
respond to call-outs 24 hours a day/seven (7) days a week, including weekends, and holidays
film inside correctional facilities
film in highly undesirable areas of Los Angeles County
come in contact with inmates while filming at correctional facilities
work long hours during production, when needed

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION:

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" green button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates. Your application and supplemental questionnaire must be submitted electronically before 5:00 P.M., PT, on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into governmentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the below domains as approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk mail.

cdorado@lasd.org
info@governmentjobs.com
noreply@governmentjobs.com

New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

NO APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICIAL APPLICATION FILING PERIOD, NO EXCEPTIONS.

TO ENSURE THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUCCESSFULLY SUBMITTED, YOU MUST HAVE RECEIVED A CONFIRMATION EMAIL AS VERIFICATION.

SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER:

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES:

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING OF USER ID, EMAIL, AND PASSWORD:

All applicants must file their application using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.

California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (213) 229-1621
Teletype Phone: (213) 626-0251
Department Contact Name: Professional Examinations Unit
Department Contact Phone: (323) 526-5611
Department Contact Email: sheriffexamsunit@lasd.org

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

Employment Information

Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.

This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement:
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/.

Testing Accommodations for Applicants:
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/.

Fair Chance:
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).

Employment Eligibility:
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.

Career PathFinder:
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov.

Veteran’s Credit:
Pursuant to the County Charter and County policy, in all open competitive examinations (i.e., examinations open to everyone), the County of Los Angeles will add a credit of 10 percent of the total credits specified for such examination to the final passing score of an honorably discharged veteran, as well as the spouse of a deceased or disabled veteran, who served in the Armed Forces of the United States under specific conditions.
For more information on veteran’s credit, please visit: https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205102_PPG_115.pdf (Download PDF reader)

Revised September 2025