"Media Production Technician I"

Media Production Technician I

Company: The University of Arizona

Job Location: Tucson, 85724

Category: Broadcasting, Radio, and Television

Type: Full-Time

Posting Number: req23841

Department: AHS BioCommunications

Location: University of Arizona Health Sciences

Address: Tucson, AZ USA

Position Highlights

UAHS BioCommunications is a multifaceted department that provides creative and media support to the University of Arizona Health Sciences colleges, centers, faculty, staff and students, as well as others. This position will coordinate the live streaming/broadcasting of events using the advanced technology incorporated into the Health Sciences Innovation building. The successful candidate will also assist in editing and archiving events and videos.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Under supervision performs routine scheduling, setup, and adjustment of sound and lighting for broadcasts of events for the University of Arizona Health Sciences and other University units.
• Under the supervisor's direction prepares and monitors podcast recordings from a central control room in the Health Sciences Innovation Building.
• Assists with client coordination throughout the process of recording/broadcasting, editing and archiving of the web-based productions.
• Performs basic video editing according to established procedures and guidance.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of methods and techniques used in live broadcast production of media-related projects, including experience using Tricaster Broadcast Switcher technology for live events.
• Basic knowledge and experience with Windows and Mac-based streaming technologies, file editing and archiving, using Panopto streaming, Wirecast, and Zoom recording formats.
• Basic knowledge and skill in coordinating work of media productions.
• Basic knowledge and skill in audio/video editing using Adobe Premiere and/or Final Cut Pro software.
• Ability to effectively communicate, create a schedule, consult with clients and complete billing paperwork.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week: 40

Job FTE: 1.0

Work Calendar: Fiscal

Job Category: Broadcasting and Journalism

Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay: $18.15 - $22.69

Compensation Type: hourly rate

Grade: 4

Career Stream and Level: OC1

Job Family: Media Production

Job Function: Broadcasting & Journalism

Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies: 1

Contact Information for Candidates: Ricky Bergeron I rickyb@arizona.edu

Open Until Filled: Yes

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant: Please note: If invited to interview, please be prepared to provide three (3) professional references.