Central Michigan University is hiring: MANAGER/VIDEO FACILITIES in Mount Pleasan

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Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.

You must submit an online application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position. In addition, you must submit:

1. Cover Letter (addressed to Hiring Committee)
2. Demo Reel Link on resume or cover letter
3. List of Three References

The position will remain open until filled. The university reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified. For best consideration, please submit application materials before Monday, March 17, 2025.

Position Information

Posting Number: S-3559

Position Number: 67440

Type of Recruitment: External

Position Title: MANAGER/VIDEO FACILITIES

Position Summary

This position works in the School of Communication, Journalism, and Media’s (SCJM) Media Arts area, one of the preeminent media programs in the country. The SCJM Video Labs Manager oversees daily operations of student video production and video equipment checkout facilities, coordinates equipment maintenance and repair, assists in production of cable and online student-produced video programming, administers editing labs, production computers and servers, and advises and trains students in our student-run television and video production co-curricular activities.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in TV/Film Production or related field.
2. 3-5 years’ experience in all phases of production.
3. Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite products.
4. Extremely familiar with best practices of operating and maintaining a television studio and video transport technologies.
5. Experience in video operations, technical operations, and/or asset management.
6. Familiarity or experience with digital content lifecycle, from production through distribution.
7. Troubleshooting skills with camera, audio, and lighting systems and equipment.
8. Detail-oriented with strong people management skills, especially when utilizing a team of students.
9. Strong ability to establish priorities and work under time constraints.
10. Willingness to work on a collaborative team.
11. Ability to perform essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in media, communications, or related field.
2. Excellent writing, communication, and administrative skills.
3. Strong working knowledge of drones for video production and FAA Drone License.
4. Experience with or certification in Dante, NDI, and SBE - CBNE.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Manages Moore Hall Television including responsibility for all programming and related 24-hour-a-day operations, student staff, and legal compliance.
2. Advises MHTV students, including student executive staff and program producers/production staff, and video practicum students.
3. Ensures proper functioning of all video facilities, including digital video and audio transport systems, in the School of Communication, Journalism, and Media (SCJM) and coordinates with appropriate engineering staff and/or University IT or Facilities Management.
4. Oversees SCJM equipment checkout facility, which includes creating and maintaining an efficient equipment checkout workflow, administering checkout database and software, tracking equipment usage privileges for current students, and training and supervising graduate assistant employees and instructors who need access to gear.
5. Researches, makes purchase recommendations, and designs new video facilities and systems to keep School video technology current with industry standards; is the subject matter expert and master trainer for all field and studio video equipment; performs repairs on equipment or coordinates repairs with proper engineering or customer service representatives as needed.
6. Manages and maintains School video inventory in conjunction with University Assets Management.
7. Coordinates equipment and facility usage by internal and external parties; creates and maintains the SCJM video production rate card, as well as negotiates rental agreements when required.
8. Leads tours of School and video facilities for prospective students, parents, alumni, and various University staff/faculty.
9. Manages media databases to ensure all student productions are properly archived.
10. Other duties as assigned. Evening and weekend work may be required.

Supervision Exercised

None.

Message to Applicants

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.

Employee Group

Professional & Administrative - Salary

Pay Range

$50,000 - $60,000

Division

Academic Affairs

Department

School of Communication, Journalism & Media

Position Status

Regular

Employment Status

Full-Time

FTE

1.0

Position Type

12 month

Weekly Work Schedule

Mon-Fri 9 AM - 6 PM; may require nights and weekends.

Location

Mount Pleasant, MI

About the Department

The School of Communication, Journalism, & Media at Central Michigan University is dedicated to empowering students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in today’s rapidly evolving media landscape. With a range of programs and courses, we offer hands-on training in communication, journalism, media, and more.

Central Michigan University is a place where we value students and work for their success, where we act as family, and where employees are engaged, appreciated and have extraordinary opportunities to make a difference.

CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community. CMU does not discriminate against persons based on age, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, height, marital status, national origin, political persuasion, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, race, religion, sex, sex-based stereotypes, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status, or weight.

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CMU does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, including admission and employment, and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 not to discriminate in such a matter.

Inquiries about the application of Title IX can be made to CMU’s Title IX Coordinator, the US Department of Education’s Assistant Secretary, or both.

CMU’s Title IX Coordinator can be reached at:
Phone: 989-774-3253
Office: 103 E. Preston St.
Bovee University Center, suite 306
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Email: titleix@cmich.edu

Posting Ends: Open Until Filled