Media Technology Specialist

Nelson University; Waxahachie (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson University seeks a Production Operative to lead live events, studio productions, and campus network systems. You will mix audio for large-format consoles, route 4K video over NDI, and troubleshoot VLANs to deliver world-class broadcasts and events.

You’ll train student crews, maintain SOPs, and coordinate gear repairs while researching upgrades that reduce costs. This role is based in Waxahachie, TX and involves on-site operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with FOH and monitor mixing on large-format consoles (A&H, DigiCo, SSL).
• Video production with multi-camera, SDI/HDMI/NDI routing, live switching.
• Lighting programming and DMX/Art-Net patching.
• IT/AF-over-IP: building PCs/Macs, configuring LAN/WAN/VLANs, deploying Dante and Waves SoundGrid.

Responsibilities

• Operate as Production Operative in one of five media systems.
• Train student crews and host quarterly skills workshops.
• Maintain SOPs and signal-flow diagrams.
• Coordinate gear repairs, updating soft/firmware’s, track asset lifecycles and inventory.
• Provide on-call support for broadcasts, campus events and class room technology.
• Research and recommend tech upgrades that improve quality or reduce costs

Skills

FOH mixing

Video production

Lighting programming

IT/AF-over-IP

On-call support

Tools

TriCaster

vMix

Ross switches

A&H/DigiCo SSL consoles

Dante/Waves SoundGrid

Job description

Institutional Mission

Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually, academically, professionally, and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings.

Institutional Mission

Nelson University exists to equip students spiritually, academically, professionally, and cross-culturally for their God-given careers and callings.

Position Overview

Be a technical lead who keeps our live events, studio productions, and network infrastructure running flawlessly. From mixing front-of-house audio to routing 4K video over NDI and troubleshooting VLAN conflicts, you’ll ensure every show looks and sounds world-class.

Major Responsibilities

• Working as a Production Operative in one of the 5 Media systems
• Train student crews and junior staff; host quarterly skills workshops.
• Maintain SOPs and signal-flow diagrams.
• Coordinate gear repairs, updating soft/firmware’s, track asset lifecycles and inventory.
• Provide on-call support for broadcasts, campus events and class room technology.
• Research and recommend tech upgrades that improve quality or reduce costs

Qualifications

• Faith, service and lifestyle that meets University expectations (See IPM sections: “Statement of Core Values,” “Doctrinal Statement,” “Christian Standards,” “Lifestyle Standard.”)
• Audio Production: FOH and monitor mixing on large-format digital consoles (e.g., A&H, DiGiCo SSL), mic selection/placement, plugin-based FX chains, IEM setup – 500 Minimum Verified Hours
• Video Production: Multi-camera production experience (cinema, ENG, DSLR), lens selection, shading, SDI/HDMI/NDI routing, live switching (TriCaster, vMix, Ross) – 250 Minimum Verified Hours
• Lighting: Programming moving-head and LED fixtures, DMX and Art-Net patching, studio key lighting, on-location grip/rigging – 100 Minimum Verified Hours
• IT/AF-over-IP: Building and PCs/Macs, configuring LAN/WAN & VLANs, deploying Dante and Waves SoundGrid, QoS optimization for AVoIP – 100 Minimum Verified Hours

Preference Given To Applicants With

• WSG, Dante Level 2, or NDI Advanced certifications.
• Experience with PTZ control systems, Unreal Engine virtual sets, or LED-wall processors.
• Familiarity with ADA and broadcast-compliance standards (FCC, SMPTE, OSHA).

Organizational Relationships

Reports to and is accountable to the Senior Director of Media Technology Services

Why Join Us?

• 1,000+ events per year—no two weeks look the same.
• Cutting-edge gear and a culture that is Fun and Accurate.
• Direct impact on high-visibility broadcasts watched by thousands.

Note

This position is not exempt from overtime in compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Join us in shaping the future of Nelson University and empowering students to fulfill their potential!