Job Summary
The Media Assistant in the Film, Television, and Media will provide technical and administrative support to WOLV TV, the UM student TV station, and will coordinate and schedule the use of the North Quad multipurpose studio for this group.
This position is temporary part-time (19-22 hours a week).
This position has the following schedule:
Mondays: 3:45-8:15pm
Tuesdays/Wednesdays/Thursdays: 4:30-9:30 pm
Sundays: afternoons/evenings - times will vary
Responsibilities*
- Provide a full range of technical support and staff supervision in the North Quad multipurpose studio for WOLV TV. Responsibilities include configuring, operating, and troubleshooting TV-systems, including, but not limited to studio cameras, lighting, audio and communication systems, production switchers and video server.
- Conduct workshops on production equipment, safety procedures, and software use for WOLV TV students, and provide guidance and advice on technical aspects of production work.
- Maintain studio calendar. Schedule and attend planning meetings with studio users as needed. Schedule/reserve multipurpose studio.
- Inspect, clean, maintain and perform minor repairs, schedule service for WOLV TV. Assure that accurate inventory of WOLV TV equipment is maintained.
- Act as back-up for FTVM studio support staff in North Quad studios as needed.
- This position works with and reports to the FTVM Chief Engineer.
Required Qualifications*
Associate Degree (or equivalent), two years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience in audiovisual-related field; experience in live television, ENG and post production systems; computer experience in word processing and graphics/visual media programs; knowledge of all aspects of production disciplines including scripting, producing, directing, cinematography, editing, staging and how these disciplines relate to each other; advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of digital television systems, including video servers, system networking, graphics systems, production switchers, audio mixers, routers, cameras, camera support, lighting and grip equipment; ability to move items weighing up to 50 pounds at least 100 feet and place them on shelves; ability to work evening and weekend hours; excellent written and oral communication skills; excellent organizational skills; ability to learn and follow UM policies and procedures. Candidate must be punctual and reliable.
Desired Qualifications*
Work experience in an academic, instructional audiovisual department or facility, or relevant post-graduate study. Experience in operating HD video cameras, production video switchers, audio mixers, lavalier and handheld microphones, wireless A/V systems, live graphics systems, professional lighting equipment, Apple and Windows computers
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
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Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.