Full-Time Staff Assistant, Film/Video Production Engineer
Job Description
Staff Assistant, Film/Video Production Engineer
Department Summary:
Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students, focused on the continuous improvement of its people, and responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater’s accessible environment of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking, pursuit of new knowledge, and deeper understanding, the cultivation of meaningful and diverse interpersonal relationships, and fostering an appreciation for global engagement, all aimed at transforming lives and improving the human condition.
Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is reflected in our https://www.bridgew.edu/bsuvalues, which ensure that all students are supported and succeed.
Bridgewater State University is equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups, and those committed to working in a diverse cultural environment, are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Moakley Production Hub (MPH) is the on-campus cornerstone of the Department of Communication’s Film and Video Production (FVAP) major. The MPH serves as a home base for more than 120 FVAP majors, a gateway production facility for students from other majors, and a teaching environment for full- and part-time FVAP faculty.
Position Summary:
The film/video production engineer is responsible for supporting this invaluable departmental infrastructure by managing and maintaining more than a half-million dollars of MPH equipment. The film/video production engineer will provide in-class technical support to production faculty, supervise access to the MPH’s production and editing workspaces, and facilitate equipment loans outside regular class hours.
Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.
This is a full-time, 12 month exempt position that falls within the APA Union and is subject to the terms of that union agreement.
Position Type: APA Professional
Essential Duties:
1. Support the equipment needs of faculty and students creating film/video narratives.2. Coordinate equipment purchase in cooperation with the Communication Studies chair and production faculty, and coordinate with faculty on classroom and external equipment use. Work with production faculty to identify, purchase, and integrate new and replacement production equipment.3. Manage the Moakley Production Hub at the Moakley Center, including the Control Room (M113), Studio Sound Stage A (M120), Edit Lab/Sound Stage B (M111), and all additional equipment. Develop best practices and procedures for equipment check-out and return, as well as the operation of the studios. Evaluate and streamline equipment check-out/in and inventory processes as needed.4. Support (or coordinate support for) all production classes during class sessions (up to 12 classes per semester).5. Maintain equipment, including small repairs.6. Provide engineering support for studio, livestreaming, and field productions.7. Identify and facilitate on-campus and local production experiences, such as BSU Athletics and other BSU organizations, as well as BTV Access.8. Manage student workers to allow FVAP student access to production and editing facilities outside of class times (including some evenings and weekends).9. Other duties as assigned.
*The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree.
• One year of professional film/video production experience and/or live-streaming experience.
• Knowledge of video and audio production workflows, including lighting, sound, recording, editing, and post-production processes.
• In-depth knowledge of film/video technologies, equipment, and industry standards.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and practices related to video equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail are essential.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to think critically and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to build working relationships with students, faculty, administrators, and staff.
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and/or weekends to accommodate planned programming initiatives.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience incorporating inclusive, social and racial justice practices into workplace/campus activities.
• Three years of professional film/video production experience and/or live-streaming experience.
Work Environment:
Bridgewater State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employee with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please complete and submit this electronic form: https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcm.maxient.com%2Freportingform.php%3FBridgewaterStateUniv%26layout_id%3D18&data=04%7C01%7CHRICHARDSGAY%40bridgew.edu%7Cae02968cb954465a33ee08d97c70c24d%7C48ec3bf8d1654eabbbeef8d5307f46e1%7C0%7C0%7C637677645998136535%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=EVfCi7aR57zPQiGhKaSVgRxnTXX5NBrxzf4N1lS3VfQ%3D&reserved=0
Special Conditions for Eligibility:
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.
This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.
Salary Range: $55,000 – $60,000
Posting Number: S01050P
Open Date: 12/27/2023
Close Date: 1/28/2024
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position:
* A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space provided on the application form.
* Resume/CV
* Cover Letter
* Equity and Inclusion Statement- a personal statement on a candidate’s past efforts to enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion. The equity and inclusion statement is an opportunity for candidates to discuss scholarship, professional skills, and demonstrable experience that would enhance the university’s efforts to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community. Equity and inclusion statements will be considered as part of a transparent and comprehensive review of candidates’ application materials.
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Bridgewater State University (BSU) is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce. We are dedicated to providing educational, working and living environments that value the diverse backgrounds of all people.
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