College Broadcasters, Inc. (cbi) is hiring: Central Michigan University – Video

Central Michigan University – Video Labs Manager

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 accommodation.

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. 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. Resume
3. Demo Reel Link on resume or cover letter
4. List of Three References

If there is another document or certification you wish to include that is not required, please utilize Other Document (1). 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.

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

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. Our faculty are industry professionals and scholars who are passionate about mentorship and guiding students toward successful careers in media and communication.

About CMU: Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives. We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, master’s, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.

CMU Leadership Standards: 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. We intentionally maintain and strengthen the hallmark CMU culture that sets us apart from our peers by expecting CMU leaders and employees to model the following Leadership Standards and develop them within their teams. Please review the Leadership Standards before applying for this position.

EEO Statement: 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. If you wish to see “EEO is the Law” posters, please click here. 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
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