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AZUSA Pacific University

Production Manager - Strategic Communication and Engagement

AZUSA Pacific University, Azusa, California, United States, 91702


APU is seeking employees who desire to engage in our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is pleasing to God and edifying to one another.

Do you have the right skills and experience for this role Read on to find out, and make your application.Position Overview The Production Manager coordinates the majority of campus events, serving as a liaison to campus partners, overseeing graphics and other digital asset acquisition, scheduling and supervising student workers, and focusing on all small setup and assigned internal/external events.Responsibilities

Schedules (Google Calendar invites for all chapels, events, and assisting w/athletics) and coordinates workflow for each production.Connects with campus partners/external clients to establish a line of support for their event, including communicating expectations, leading student staff, and ensuring all technical aspects of the events unfold well.Supervises on a rotating basis all campus-wide chapels and major university events.Oversees closed captioning, finalizing video edit, and/or assists with creating video presentations.Coordinates all video and graphics, including athletics packages, events slides, and special projects, with creative direction/partnership from the SCE Art Director, Video Production Manager, and Director of Media Production.Serves as lead media production chapel liaison, planning all chapel productions, working with Spiritual Life on the coordination of all weekly chapel productions.Serves as the site supervisor on regularly occurring chapels and attends weekly meetings leading Media Production in the planning of all production elements of chapel.Required Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Media Production, Graphics Production, or the equivalent.Required Experience

Three to five years of professional production experience.Proven leadership experience in live events and/or media production.Proficient in the use and operations of broadcast equipment and software including Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, Xpression by Ross, After Effects, Pro Presenter, and PowerPoint.Operating knowledge of video equipment, especially switchers, routers, monitors, and cameras.Working knowledge of technical aspects pertaining to live productions: Graphics, Staging, Video, Audio, and Lighting.Primary Duties/Essential Functions

Coordinates with the Director of Media and the entire team of Media Production the entire life cycle of an event production.During certain assigned events, this position regularly will lead/direct peers, staff, faculty, and students.Responsible for the creation and design of graphics for chapel and special events, serving as graphics quality and design expert.All business and communication relating to regular chapel services.Serves as a site producer for weekly scheduled chapels.Responsible for the creation, coordination, and design of graphics for all events.Serves as the media manager for a majority of campus events, especially all small events.Oversees Student Graphic coordination providing mentoring and coaching to the students.Assists in scheduling operating activities relating to regular scheduled athletic broadcasts.Creates innovative presentations of the content as directed by the Video Production Manager and Director of Media Production.Ability to be on site to work events on evenings and weekends as directed by the Director of Media Production.Collaborates in overall direction and strategies for Media Production.Trains students and staff members in the creation of excellent graphics for events.Researches and implements emerging trends in media equipment and application to provide an exemplary brand experience through excellence in media production.Stays current in the field and recommends professional development opportunities for full-time and student workers.Contributes to overall internal planning sessions to ensure creative and appropriate events.Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Media Production.Skills

Basic knowledge of overhead safety rigging.Basic knowledge of audio recording.Proven ability to relate to all levels of an organization.Creates and designs graphics in media and print.Ability to integrate media content and quality with biblical knowledge and the university’s mission.Ability to continue to learn as advances in technology grow.Advanced proficiency in both Macintosh and Windows operating systems.Able to commit and meet project timelines.Service oriented with the ability to organize, prioritize/delegate tasks.Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Mental Demands

In agreement with the purpose and goals of Azusa Pacific University in providing a Christian-based higher education for its students.Requires good analytical and problem-solving skills.Working as needed nights, evenings, and weekends.Multi-task projects as needed.Ability to be organized and detailed.Challenges encountered may require the ability to work as part of a team.Living out their daily work life with God honoring work.Physical Demands

Intermittent sitting, standing, and walking.Repetitive hand motions at computer keyboard.Able to reach, grasp, pull, bend, lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.Visual Demands

Computer monitor and reading, writing notes on a computer monitor.Long hours standing and working in a physical environment.Environment

Pleasant office, comfortable temperatures.Multiple conversations and transactions occurring simultaneously.Technologies

Proficient in Google Apps, Microsoft Office, Word, and Excel.Knowledge in camera and Media Production internet streaming broadcasts.Knowledge in audio, lighting, video switchers, and staging.Compensation Grade 13: $32.97 to $37.92 is the hourly compensation for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity.Application Process Azusa Pacific University will conduct a background check on all final candidates. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled unless otherwise stated. Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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