Senior Broadcast Associate
Senior Broadcast Associate
US-NJ-Princeton
Job ID: 2022-15433
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Campus and Auxiliary Services
Princeton University
Overview
BACKGROUND
Chartered in 1746, Princeton currently has enrolled approximately 8,100 students (5,260 undergraduates and 2,845 graduate students) and employs approximately 6,900 benefits-eligible employees. As a research university, Princeton seeks to achieve the highest levels of distinction in the discovery and transmission of knowledge and understanding. At the same time, Princeton is distinctive among research universities in its commitment to undergraduate teaching. Interdisciplinary work is vital to Princeton and is reflected in a full spectrum of academic programs.
Campus Support Services, a department within University Services, provides event, performance, and venue support services for the Princeton University community. Campus Support Services is comprised of three units, Venue Services, providing facility management for mixed-use spaces, Performing Arts Services, supporting an historic concert hall, arts complex and theaters across campus, and Instructional Support Services, a unit providing audio and video support for University events, classes, and productions.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Senior Broadcast Associate provides operational oversight for a broad range of audio and video services in support of the University community. With an emphasis on service excellence and technical expertise, the Associate manages and serves as the operational lead for the Princeton Broadcast Studio. The Associate is a skilled technical expert providing operational support for video recordings, live video and radio broadcasts, simulcasts, podcasts, and post-production services. The Associate coordinates use of the Broadcast Studio, working closely with colleagues in Communications and the McGraw Center, to schedule and support use of the Studio as well as management of the repair and replacement of equipment in the Studio. In addition, the Associate provides operational support for major events, including University convocations, in remote locations across campus.
As the manager of the Broadcast Studio, the Senior Broadcast Associate coordinates all use of the Studio and operates all technical capabilities in the Studio. The Associate provides day-of oversight of additional support staff and users of the studio. The Associate is responsible for preparing the Studio for supported work, including setting up microphones, cameras, and lighting and testing video and audio chain connections. During sessions, the Associate primarily serves as lead operator for the capture and creation of videos, broadcasts, and podcasts. The Associate works closely with producers and presenters, maintaining a professional, comfortable, and creative environment at all times. Following sessions, the Associate provides post-production work, including audio and video editing services.
The Senior Broadcast Associate works closely with campus partners to schedule, train, and supplement operational support for all uses of the Broadcast Studio. The Associate ensures that the Studio is operational and ready for use by partners and provides support, including serving as an audio and video engineer, when needed. The Associate manages the schedule for the Studio, ensuring that Studio is optimally used to support priority work, including faculty support and last-minute needs.
The Senior Broadcast Associate is responsible for maintaining all equipment in the Studio. The Associate develops repair and replacement strategic plans, ensuring that equipment is replaced in a timing manner within the budgeting constraints. The Associate is capable of making many repairs and installations and coordinates additional support, as needed.
In addition, the Senior Broadcast Associate provides operational support for a variety of remote sessions, including the support for major convocations. The Associate serves as the primary engineer for the broadcast, simulcast, and video screen projections for convocations, including Opening Exercises, Reunions, and Commencement events.
The Senior Broadcast Associate provides exceptional support for users of the Studio and fosters excellent relationships with the University community. The position requires the ability to interact with various users across campus, and the capacity to adapt to dynamic, changing situations positively and proactively. The position has flexible hours, including nighttime and weekends, in order to provide needed support for classes and events. With a foundation of service excellence, the Associate is a key resource for audio and video support across campus.
Responsibilities
Operational support of Princeton Broadcast Studio
- Serves as lead for all Studio use, including videotaping, podcasts, and TV and radio broadcasts
- Prepares and tests all audio and video equipment for use
- Operates cameras, audio capture, and lighting in the Studio
- Provides direct support for producers and presenters
- Provides post-production work
Management of Princeton Broadcast Studio
- Coordinates schedule for use
- Provides training and supplement support for campus users
- Maintains all equipment and manages repair and replacement
Operational support
- Serves as technical lead and/or systems operator for major convocations at remote locations, including Opening Exercises, Reunions, and Commencement
Other Duties as assigned
- Participates in University Services projects, including leadership and Diversity and Inclusion initiatives
The Senior Broadcast Associate must be flexible and adept at problem solving. The Associate must interact effectively with individuals at all levels within and outside the University, possessing good judgment and discretion. The Associate must provide an exceptional level of customer service. The Associate works with autonomy and decision-making authority.
This position works a flexible work schedule, including business hours, nights, weekends. Due to the support for classes, this position is considered essential.
ORGANIZATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS
The Senior Broadcast Associate is part of AV Services, a unit within Campus Support Services, and reports to the Manager of Video Services. The Associate provides day-of oversight of full-time, casual, and student staff.
KEY STAKEHOLDERS
The Associate will work closely with the Campus Support Services department, as well as campus partners, including:
Advancement
Athletics
Facilities
Graduate School
McGraw Center for Teaching and Learning
Office of Communications
Office of the Dean of the College
Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Students
Office of Information Technology
Office of the Registrar
Support for Computing in Academic Departments (SCADS)
University presenting organizations and departments, including student groups
REVIEW OF WORK
Annually, the Manager of Video Services will provide performance review of the Associate as well as ongoing professional development.
Qualifications
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree and/or equivalent work experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience of audio and video production, or equivalent work experience
- Advanced video technical skills, including working capabilities with broadcast, simulcast, video taping, and editing
- Experience with professional television network's technical standards for video content delivery
- Demonstrated experience of supervising staff
- Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with a diverse customer base who possess varying levels of technical proficiencies
- Demonstrated computer skills
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks
- Willingness and ability to work with a flexible schedule, including early mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays and long hours
- stand or walk for 2 - 4 hours at one time, up to 6 hours per day;
- sit for less than 4 hours during an 8 hour day;
- lift or carry up to 25 pounds frequently (34 – 66% of the workday) and up to 50 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday);
- lift up to 50 pounds in a range of motions from floor to shoulder height;
- push or pull with forces up to 35 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday);
- use hands for simple grasping, pushing, or pulling frequently (34 – 66% of the workday);
- reach overhead, lift overhead, kneel, climb, lie down, push or pull with forces up to 35 pounds occasionally (up to 33% of the workday);
- bend, squat, or knee stand frequently (34 – 66% of the workday);
- possess physical agility and full range of motion, and ability to maintain balance;
- Valid Driver’s License
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working in higher education
- Experience working with students
- Experience supporting live events
- Adobe Creative Cloud Certifications
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO IS THE LAW
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