This position works in the School of Communication, Journalism, and Medias (SCJM) Media Arts area, one of the preeminent media programs in the country. The SCJM Video Labs Manager oversees daily operations of student video production and video equipment checkout facilities, coordinates equipment maintenance and repair, assists in production of cable and online student-produced video programming, administers editing labs, production computers and servers, and advises and trains students in our student-run television and video production co-curricular activities.

Bachelors degree in TV/Film Production or related field.
3-5 years experience in all phases of production.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite products.
Extremely familiar with best practices of operating and maintaining a television studio and video transport technologies.
Experience in video operations, technical operations and/or asset management.
Familiarity or experience with digital content lifecycle, from production through distribution.
Trouble shooting skills with camera, audio and lighting systems and equipment .
Detail-oriented with strong people management skills, especially when utilizing a team of students.
Strong ability to establish priorities and work under time constraints.
Willingness to work on a collaborative team.
Ability to perform essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodati

Masters degree in media, communications, or related field.
Excellent writing, communication, and administrative skills.
Strong working knowledge of drones for video production and FAA Drone License.
Experience with or certification in Dante, NDI, and SBE-CBNE.

Manages Moore Hall Television including responsibility for all programming and related 24-hour-a-day operations, student staff, and legal compliance.
Advises MHTV students, including student executive staff and program producers/ production staff, and video practicum students.
Ensures proper functioning of all video facilities, including digital video and audio transport systems, in the School of Communication, Journalism, and
Media (SCJM) and coordinates with appropriate engineering staff and , or University IT or Facilities Management.
Oversees SCJM equipment checkout facility, which includes creating and maintaining an efficient equipment checkout workflow, administering checkout database and software, tracking equipment usage privileges for current students, and training and supervising graduate assistant employees and instructors who need access to gear.
Researches, makes purchase recommendations, and designs new video facilities and systems to keep School video technology current with industry standards; is the subject matter expert and master trainer for all field and studio video equipment; performs repairs on equipment or coordinates repairs with proper engineering or customer service representatives as needed.
Manages and maintains School video inventory in conjunction with University Assets Management.
Coordinates equipment and facility usage by internal and external parties; creates and maintains the SCJM video production rate card, as well as negotiates rental agreements when required.
Leads tours of School and video facilities for prospective students, parents, alumni, and various University staff/faculty
Manages media databases to ensure all student productions are properly archived.
Other duties as assigned. Evening and weekend work may be required.

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The School of Communication, Journalism, & Media at Central Michigan University is dedicated to empowering students with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in todays rapidly evolving media landscape. With a range of programs and courses, we offer hands-on training in communication, journalism, media, and more.

Our faculty are industry professionals and scholars who are passionate about mentorship and guiding students toward successful careers in media and communication.

For more information, please visit our website at: https://www.cmich.edu/academics/colleges/college-arts-media/departments-schools/communication-journalism-media

Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.

We serve nearly 15,500 students on our Mount Pleasant campus, in satellite locations around the state and throughout the country, and through flexible online programs. Many of our approximately 300 undergraduate, masters, specialist and doctoral programs in the arts, media, business, education, human services, health professions, liberal arts, social sciences, medicine, science and engineering are nationally ranked for excellence.

CMU leads the nation in leadership development programming through our Sarah R. Opperman Leadership Institute, and we are proud to be among only 5% of U.S. universities in the top two Carnegie research classifications. Our faculty work with graduate and undergraduate students in areas such as Great Lakes research, medical innovation, engineering technology and more.

Central is home to 17 mens and womens Division 1 sports including football, basketball, gymnastics, baseball, wrestling and more. Our student-athletes achieve great success in competition and in the classroom, capturing Mid-American Conference championships and maintaining an average cumulative GPA of 3.17.

CMU is located in Mount Pleasant, a community that blends the best of small-town living with big-city amenities. Its part of the culturally varied and vibrant Great Lakes Bay Region that also includes Saginaw, Bay City, Midland and the states largest Native American community, centered on the Saginaw Chippewa Isabella Reservation in Mount Pleasant.

Area residents enjoy the mix of outdoor activities, cultural events, shopping and dining options, and family attractions. Other major Michigan destinations and attractions - Lansing, Grand Rapids, Detroit, Traverse City, wineries, beaches, golf and ski resorts, and many more - are within easy reach of the citys central location in Michigans Lower Peninsula.

CMU employees enjoy access to a nationally recognized wellness program along with health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.

Central Michigan University is a place where we value students and work for their success, where we act as family, and where employees are engaged, appreciated and have extraordinary opportunities to make a difference.

We intentionally maintain and strengthen the hallmark CMU culture that sets us apart from our peers by expecting CMU leaders and employees to model the following Leadership Standards and develop them within their teams.

Please review the Leadership Standards before applying for this position.

Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.


You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.

In addition, you must submit:

Cover Letter (addressed to Hiring Committee)

Resume

Demo Reel Link on resume or cover letter

List of Three References

If there is another document or certification you wish to include that is not required, please utilize Other Document (1).

The position will remain open until filled. The university reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified. For best consideration, please submit application materials before Monday, March 17, 2025.