Language Media Editor - 32390

Artesian Hotel; Ada (OK); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Chickasaw Nation in Ada, Oklahoma, is seeking a Full Time Language Media Editor to join the Language Preservation Database Team at the Language Building. The role focuses on capturing and producing high-quality audio and video recordings of Chickasaw speakers and learners, and archiving projects for internal and external use.

You will oversee recording sessions, manage equipment, edit footage, maintain metadata, and deliver finished products on schedule while providing excellent service to

Qualifications

• Essential: 3 years directly related experience.
• Essential: High School, GED or Equivalent.
• Nonessential: Bachelors Degree in directly related field

Responsibilities

• Documents spoken Chickasaw from speakers and learners in audio and video formats.
• Coordinates transportation, setup, operation, and tear down of audio and video equipment.
• Oversees production and postproduction of video and audio projects, using creativity and expertise to execute the project.
• Proactively presents proposals for new video and audio projects, and works with division employees to develop project concepts for target audiences.
• Edits and compiles audio and video recordings for archiving, use in other projects, and dissemination, as directed.
• Maintains physical inventory of recording equipment and keeps it in good working order, tracks lent items and returns.
• Responds to citizen and employee requests for audio/video recordings.
• Compiles footage for archiving/documentary purposes.
• Maintains metadata to required specifications for all recorded meetings.
• Operates the division’s audio recording booth and delivers final products in a timely fashion.
• Maintains knowledge of production equipment and software programs.
• Provides first class customer service to internal and external customers.
• Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities.
• Works collaboratively to support productivity and safety of the work area.

Skills

Adobe Acrobat

Basic Computer Skills

Office Equipment Operation

Education

High School, GED or Equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Audio/Video Equipment

Job description

Ada, OK | Culture and Humanities | Full Time

Posted 6 days ago | Apply before September 29, 2026

Description

We are currently looking for aFull Time Language Media Editorto join our Language Preservation Database Team team located at the Language Building.

Summary:

Responsible for audio and video recording of Chickasaw speakers and learners; conceptualization, development and production of final quality audio and video projects to require specifications for internal and external use; appropriately archiving documentation and maintaining the divisions physical inventory or recording equipment.

Responsibilities:

• Documents spoken Chickasaw from speakers and learners in audio and video formats, including formal meetings, conversation, instruction, and other settings as assigned
• Coordinates transportation, set up, operation, and tear down of audio and video equipment both in the office and off-site
• Oversees production and postproduction of video and audio projects, using creativity and expertise to execute the project
• Proactively presents proposals for new video and audio projects, and works with division employees to develop project concepts for target audiences
• Edits and compiles audio and video recordings for archiving, use in other projects, and dissemination, as directed
• Maintains physical inventory of audio and video recorders and associated cables, memory cards, batteries, etc. ensures all equipment is kept in good working order and is stored properlyregularly assesses equipment for issues and requests replacements for defective items as necessarykeeps track of lent items and ensures their timely return
• Responds to citizen and employee requests for audio/video recordings
• Compiles footage for archiving/documentary purposes
• Maintains metadata to required specifications for all recorded meetings
• Operates the division’s audio recording booth: schedules recording time, makes recordings for use in language products, edits and delivers of final products in a timely fashion, and maintains audio recording booth equipment (WhisperRoom, audio interface, microphones, software, etc.)
• Maintains a working knowledge of production equipment and software programs, as we
• Provides first class customer service to both internal and external customers and responds to inquiries, compliments, and/or complaints with professionalism, courtesy, and efficiency
• Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities
• Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types
• Maintains a clean, organized work area and ensures a safe environment
• Maintains and promotes professionalism
• Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics
• Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards
• Maintains knowledge of and follows all rules, regulations, policies and guidelines for assigned area
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Competencies:

• Essential:
• Must be able to adapt to change
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technology, computer, and audiovisual issues
• Able to follow instructions, both written and oral
• Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability
• Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
• Knowledge of producing and implementing digital media
• Knowledge of audio/video equipment
• Ability to multitask
• Organizes work and assigned area logically and orderly
• Establishes professional working relationships as appropriate
• Able to verbally communicate in a professional and positive manner with other team members, departments, guests and management
• Writes effective communications with team, departments, guests and management
• Nonessential:
• Knowledge of Chickasaw history and culture

Skills:

• Essential:
• Proficient with Adobe Acrobat suite of products
• Basic Computer skills
• Skilled in operating a computer and/or other equipment related to specific role (i.e. automated currency counters, calculator, projector, binding machine, other related office equipment)

Experience:

• Essential:
• 3 years directly related experience

Education:

• Essential:
• High School, GED or Equivalent
• Nonessential:
• Bachelors Degree in directly related field

Credentials:

• Essential:
• Pass general background check
• Standard Driver's License

Working Conditions:

• Essential:
• Pass pre-employment drug test
• Works in an office setting
• Requires light travel
• Sometimes bend, kneel, stoop, push, reach
• Sometimes lift and or carry up to 50 lbs
• Must be flexible with work schedule

Training

• It is the responsibility of each employee to attend required training for their position or profession as determined by their line of support (LOS) or the leadership of the Chickasaw Nation. It is the responsibility of those who supervise, manage or otherwise lead employees or teams to ensure each employee has access to and receives all required training.

Mission, Vision & Core Values

• Mission:
• To enhance the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people.
• Vision:
• To be a nation of successful and united people with a strong cultural identity.
• Core Values:
• The Chickasaw People
• Cultural Identity
• Servant Leadership
• Selflessness
• Can Do Attitude
• Perseverance
• Stewardship
• Trust and Respect
• Loyalty
• Honesty and Integrity
• Teamwork