Part-Time Production Crew Member

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 14,206 - 20,233; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members

Paid leave for new parents

Job summary

Broughton Group is looking for part-time production crew members to assist in broadcasting events at Indiana University. The position involves operating cameras and teleprompters, executing various camera moves, and training on diverse crew assignments.

This role offers a starting pay of $12.50 per hour with opportunities for progression. Part-time employees are expected to be flexible with hours, including evenings and weekends, to meet event schedules.

Qualifications

• Must possess proficient communication skills.
• High degree of professionalism required.
• Demonstrate time management and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Operate camera and teleprompter system.
• Execute basic camera moves and setups.
• Begin training on all Tier 1 crew assignments.

Skills

Proficient communication skills

Time management

Professionalism

Flexibility

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Media Productions team within The Media School is seeking individuals desiring to work part‑time as members of our production crew. The crew typically consists of about 50 part‑time individuals and is led directly by the Cream and Crimson Studios Manager, Media Productions Manager, and overseen by the Director of Media Productions. The crew assists in broadcasting Big 10 athletic events, IU ceremonies, leadership addresses, and more.

Job Summary

Individuals starting in this position will shadow multiple positions while also being exposed to and trained on the following within Level 1.

Department‑Specific Responsibilities

• Operates Camera. Part‑time production crew members will practice running studio cameras and following instructions from the Director.
• Executes basic camera moves, pan, tilt, dolly and truck. Part‑time production crew members will continue to train on the camera to learn more elaborate functions.
• Competently operates teleprompter system.
• Competently operates Fly Box.
• Introduction to Handheld and/or Jib camera operation.
• Introduction to Chyron and/or Vizrt graphics systems.
• Introduction to multiple control rooms and field positions including stage manager, replay, audio and more.
• Introduction to the Switcher and Technical Director position | Shown basic operation and signal flow.
• Set‑ups and breakdowns of productions.
• Begins training on all “Tier 1” crew assignments per progression plan in place with the department.

*Note – There are 4 levels of production crew and there are several other skills/assignments one will learn if progressing through these levels after becoming proficient in all Level 1 skills/assignments.

Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

Preferred Skills

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Selected hires must be able to complete the essential functions of the job with or without an accommodation
• Travel to different venues may be required during shifts; however, the Director of Media Productions asks only full‑time staff to drive RTVS fleet vehicles which will ensure that no part‑time production crew member is responsible for driving and therefore, a valid driver’s license is not required for this position

Working Conditions / Demands

The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

Selected candidates for interview will be asked to provide scheduling availability and other information as determined relevant by the Director of Media Productions, Cream and Crimson Studios Manager, and Media Productions Manager. Those candidates selected for hire will be offered $12.50 per hour to start, with the opportunity to progress in pay 2× per year (opportunities going into fiscal year start in July and mid‑year in January).

Pay Progression Plan

• Level 1: $12.50 per hour
• Level 2: $14.00 per hour
• Level 3: $15.50 per hour
• Level 4: $17.00 per hour

Work Hours

Work shifts will be varied throughout the week. Evening, weekend, and holiday work will likely be required given event schedule and client needs. Part‑time employees at Indiana University may not work over 29 hours per week across all University‑held positions.

Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long‑term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU‑sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job Classification

Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non‑Discrimination which includes contact information.