Media Production Coordinator/Studio Operations Manager

American Association of Christian Counselors; Forest (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision

401(k) with employer match

Life insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Growth opportunities

Ministry initiatives

On-site team collaboration

Job summary

The American Association of Christian Counselors is seeking a Media Production Coordinator/Studio Operations Manager to oversee the media production department and recording studios. You will coordinate studio use, manage projects, maintain equipment, and ensure high-quality content across the department.

Ideal candidates combine people skills with technical know-how, excelling in communication, organization, and multi-project management to keep production running smoothly and on schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Media Production, Communications, Broadcasting, Digital Media or related field, or equivalent professional background.
• Strong working knowledge of audio/video production, studio operations, and professional A/V equipment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with audio/video editing workflows.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work confidently and professionally with staff, presenters, and production teams.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical and production issues.
• Comfortable using project management, scheduling, and other digital production tools.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead all podcast and audio assembly.
• Edit audio and video using Adobe Creative Suite and related tools.
• Review and QC projects to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to requirements.
• Support the production team in troubleshooting and resolving issues.
• Travel to events to support course recordings and production needs.
• Coordinate weekly in-studio production and postproduction for news-talk content.

Skills

Audio/Video production

Studio operations

Adobe Creative Suite

Asana

Outlook Calendar

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Media Production

Tools

Asana

Outlook

Color correction software

Video editing software

Job description

JOIN A MISSION-DRIVEN TEAM CREATING IMPACTFUL CONTENT

The American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) is a leading organization committed to advancing the development of counseling professionals within a Christian framework.

We are seeking an organized, outgoing, and technically skilled Media Production Coordinator/Studio Operations Manager to oversee the operations of our media production department and recording studios. This role is responsible for coordinating studio use, managing production projects, maintaining equipment and media assets, and ensuring the quality of content produced by the department.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with people as much as working with technology. Strong communication, organization, initiative, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to manage multiple projects and keep production running smoothly.

• Play a key role in producing content that serves the Christian mental health community
• Work across production, technology, project management, and studio operations
• Help oversee professional recording studios, equipment, and production resources
• The opportunity to collaborate and build relationships with presenters, national mental health leaders, staff, and creative team members on a variety of projects
• Travel to national events and support course recordings and live event production as needed
• Be part of a mission-driven organization where your work is recognized and makes a real difference

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Production & Quality Control

• Supervise and lead all podcast and audio assembly
• Audio and Video editing using Adobe Creative Suite and other editing, graphics and color-correction software as needed
• Review and QC projects produced by the Media Production Department to ensure technical quality, accuracy, consistency, and adherence to project requirements
• Support the production team in troubleshooting and resolving technical or production-related issues
• Travel to events as needed to support course recordings and other production needs
• Support weekly in-studio production and postproduction for culture/faith/politics news-talk TV program, and interface with TV networks upon delivery as needed.

Studio Operations and Scheduling

• Oversee day-to-day studio operations and ensure recording spaces are organized, functional, and production-ready
• Schedule and coordinate all recordings taking place in the studios, ensuring the proper amount of time and resources are allotted, using Outlook Calendar
• Coordinate studio availability and room usage to ensure recording spaces are used efficiently
• Serve as a welcoming and professional point of contact for individuals and teams using the recording studios
• Maintain production equipment and travel gear located in the control room and studio spaces
• Maintain working knowledge of A/V systems, cabling, signal flow, and related production technology
• Identify equipment, maintenance, upgrades, and technical needs and coordinate solutions as necessary
• Serve as the department project manager using Asana to organize projects, track deadlines, monitor progress, and coordinate tasks
• Coordinate project timelines, recording schedules, and production needs to keep projects moving forward
• Communicate project updates, delivery status, scheduling needs, and operational priorities with relevant team members and other team leads
• Media Asset Management
• Manage and organize all media assets stored on local servers, create backups and ensure security in unison with the IT department
• Maintain an organized file structure and ensure media assets are accessible and properly maintained
• Support consistent file management practices across the Media Production Department

Department Coordination

• Provide day-to-day oversight for the Media Production Department
• Coordinate department priorities, workflows, and operational needs
• Support team members in completing projects efficiently and maintaining production standards
• Provide guidance and oversight related to department scheduling, projects, and production activities
• Identify opportunities to improve department processes, organization, and efficiency

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Strong knowledge of audio/video production processes and studio operations
• Working proficient knowledge of professional A/V systems, equipment, cabling, and signal flow
• 3-5 years of experience with Adobe Creative Suite and audio/video editing workflows
• Ability to light subjects on set and on location using assorted lighting kits required
• Ability to use color correction software to fix and balance projects required
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Outgoing, approachable, and comfortable working with a variety of people
• Ability to coordinate schedules and manage multiple projects and competing priorities
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to troubleshoot technical and production issues
• Ability to work independently while effectively leading and coordinating with a team
• Proficiency with Asana, Outlook Calendar, and other project management or production tools

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Media Production, Communications, Broadcasting, Digital Media or a related field, or equivalent professional background
• Strong working knowledge of audio/video production, studio operations, and professional A/V equipment
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and familiarity with audio/video editing workflows
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, and deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work confidently and professionally with staff, presenters, and production teams
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot technical and production issues
• Comfortable using project management, scheduling, and other digital production tools

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience overseeing studio operations or a media production environment
• Experience with Asana or similar project management platforms
• Experience with live event or on-location production
• Experience maintaining and troubleshooting professional A/V systems
• Experience leading, supervising, or coordinating a production team
• Familiarity with Christian ministry or nonprofit environments

BENEFITS

• Paid time off and holidays
• Competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life insurance coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options available
• Opportunities to grow within a national organization
• Work with a supportive team in a purpose-driven environment
• Participation in AACC events and ministry initiatives
• On-site role with regular team interaction and collaboration