Part-Time Production Crew Member, Content Group

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated Production Crew members to support audio and video productions. This role offers a unique opportunity to operate specialized equipment, including cameras and teleprompters, while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic environment. As a part of a collaborative team, you will be trained in various production roles, ensuring high-quality outputs that contribute to the local media landscape. With opportunities for advancement and a supportive work culture, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their skills in media production while working part-time. Join us in making impactful media that resonates with the community!

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Tuition subsidy

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required for this role.
• Proficient communication and professionalism are essential skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate various production equipment for audio and video productions.
• Train and execute camera operations and teleprompter functions.
• Set up and break down productions, ensuring smooth operations.

Skills

Proficient communication skills

Professionalism

Time management

Quality commitment

Flexibility

Dependability

Knowledge of Chyron/Ross Expression

Switcher operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chyron graphics system

Ross Expression graphics system

Job description

RADIO-TELEVISION SERVICES (BL-RTVS-IUBLA)

Department Information

IU Radio/TV is home to Indiana Public Media, the south-central Indiana region's trusted source of locally produced news, arts, and culture series from WFIU Public Radio, WTIU Public Television, and nationally distributed programming from NPR and PBS.
For more information on Radio-TV Services at Indiana University, please visit our website here.

Job Summary

Production Crew members operate a variety of specialized production equipment in support of on-location and studio-based audio and video productions.
Department-Specific Responsibilities

1. Level 1 Production Crew
   • Attends training for knowledge of camera operation.
   • Practices running studio cameras and following instructions from the Director.
   • Trains to execute basic camera moves; pan, tilt, dolly and truck. Will continue to train on the camera to learn more elaborate functions.
   • Trains to competently operate teleprompter system.
   • Trains to competently serve as a grip on field productions or a utility on studio productions.
   • Introduces Handheld and/or Jib camera operation.
   • Introduces to and begins training on Chyron and/or Ross Expression graphics systems.
   • Introduces to multiple control room and field positions including stage manager, tape operator, audio and more.
   • Introduces to the Switcher and Technical Director position. Is shown basic operation and signal flow.
   • Setups and breaks down of productions.
   • Begins training on all, Tier 1 crew assignments.
2. Level 2 Production Crew
   • Performs all Tier 1 crew assignments.
   • Performs a minimum of (1) Tier 2 crew assignment.
   • Operates cameras and can follow instructions from the Director.
   • Operates teleprompter system; edit and load scripts, adjust timing, interface with closed captioning.
   • Serves as a grip on field productions or a utility on studio productions.
   • Shadows and practices of multiple control room and field positions including stage manager, tape operator, audio and more.
   • Shadows and trains on the Switcher and Technical Director position, and the Assistant Director (AD) position.
   • Sets up and breaks down of productions.
3. Level 3 Production Crew
   • Performs all Tier 1 crew assignments.
   • Performs a minimum of (2) Tier 2 crew assignments or (1) Tier 3 assignment.
   • Operates cameras and can follow instructions from the Director.
   • Operates teleprompter system; edit and load scripts, adjust timing, interface with closed captioning.
   • Serves as a grip on field productions or a utility on studio productions.
   • Works on multiple control room and field positions including stage manager, tape operator, audio and more.
   • Works on the Switcher and Technical Director position, and Assistant Director (AD) position.
   • Engages in shadowing and hands-on training of Director position.
   • Sets up and breaks down of productions.
   • Engages in light training of new Production Trainees.
   • Continues training of loading predesigned full screen graphics and lower thirds, basic modification to existing graphics (modifying type, etc.) begin learning to design graphics pages from scratch.
4. Level 4 Production Crew
   • Performs all Tier 1 crew assignments.
   • Performs a minimum of (5) Tier 2 crew assignments and (3) Tier 3 assignment.
   • Exhibits full knowledge of Content Group productions.
   • Operates cameras and follow instructions/commands from the Director.
   • Serves as a grip on field productions or a utility on studio productions.
   • Leads multiple control room and field positions including stage manager, tape operator, audio and more.
   • Operates Handheld and/or the Jib camera.
   • Sets up and breaks down of productions.
   • Trains new Production Trainees and Production Crew members.
   • Engages in hands-on training and live work of the Director position.
   • Continues growth in advanced switcher functions, DME, Keying, Timelines and Macros.

Qualifications

EDUCATION
Required

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

SKILLS
Required

• 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

Preferred

• Knowledge of Chyron and/or Ross Expression graphics systems
• Comfortability with the Switcher and Technical Director position, and Assistant Director position.
• Ability to operate Switcher and Act as TD for video productions

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

$12.50 per hour to start, with the opportunity to progress in pay 2 times per year (opportunities going into fiscal year start in July and mid-year in January).
Progression plans pay for this part-time position is currently:

1. Level 1: $12.50 per hour
2. Level 2: $14 per hour
3. Level 3: $15.50 per hour
4. 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
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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