Part-Time Production Crew Member

Indiana University; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a renowned educational institution as a part-time production crew member. This role offers hands-on experience in broadcasting major events, including athletic competitions and university ceremonies. You'll receive training in various technical aspects, from camera operation to graphics systems, while working alongside experienced professionals. This position is ideal for individuals eager to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for skill progression and increased pay. If you're passionate about media production and ready to contribute to exciting projects, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Training opportunities

Experience in live broadcasting

Networking with professionals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient communication and time management skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate cameras and follow director's instructions.
• Execute basic camera moves and operate teleprompter.
• Assist in production setups and breakdowns.

Skills

Proficient communication skills

Time management

Professionalism

Flexibility

Dependability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Camera operation

Teleprompter system

Switcher

Chyron graphics systems

Job description

The Media Productions team within IU Radio and Television Services (BL-RTVS), also known as WFIU/WTIU, is seeking individuals desiring to work part-time as members of our production crew! The production crew usually consists of approximately 50 part-time individuals and is led directly by our Productions Manager and Crewing Coordinator (Production Leader) with ultimate oversight provided by our Director of Media Productions. The production crew assists in the broadcasting of Big 10 Athletic Events, IU Ceremonies, IU Leadership Addresses, etc.
For more information on Radio-TV Services at Indiana University, please visit our website here.

Job Summary

Individuals starting in this position will shadow multiple positions, while also being exposed to/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 room and field positions including stage manager, replay, audio and more.
• Introduction to the Switcher and Technical Director position | Shown basic operation and signal flow.
• Setups and breaks down 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
Required

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

SKILLS
Preferred

• 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.

Additional Information

Applications are interviewed on a consistent basis (approx. biweekly) by the hiring manager. If interested in talking with you more, the hiring manager will be reaching out directly. Please do not reach out to follow-up on your application with RTVS HR, the RTVS Administrative Team, or contacts within the RTVS Media Productions Team. We appreciate your patience.

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 (Broadcast Operations Leader) and the Productions Manager and Crewing Coordinator (Production Leader).
Those candidates selected for hire will be offered $12.50 per hour to start, with the opportunity to progress in pay 2X per year (opportunities going into fiscal year start in July and mid-year in January)
Progression plan pay for this part-time position is currently:
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

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• 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)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

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

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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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 here which includes contact information .

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