Assistant Producer in NH by Franklin Pierce University

Position Summary: 

At Franklin Pierce University, we believe in establishing a legacy through our unique ability to support and prepare students to thrive as leaders and engaged members of society. To do this, we know that is takes outstanding people from every background imaginable to support our mission. Franklin Pierce University is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Assistant Producer. This position reports to the Director of the Marlin Fitzwater Center for Communication and performs a wide variety of administrative, primary technical and programming duties to assist with the delivery of the Fitzwater Center's academic support functions and coordinate the scheduling and work assignments for student workers, interns, and volunteers. Ensures that audio for the full range of Fitzwater Center productions—whether academic, athletic, University, or online—is broadcast quality. Creativity is encouraged in designing and running audio for live events, studio, and field productions, including equipment.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:

Coordinate and assist with delivery of the Fitzwater Center's academic support functions (primarily for communications and sports media programs, but also for special productions/assignments for disciplines across the curriculum), including needs assessment, student worker scheduling, Fitzwater facilities booking, staffing, evaluation
Work with Fitzwater staff to produce, for the Center and departments across campus, live events, studio, and field productions, including conceptualization, booking guests, site surveys and facility logistics, developing scripts and run-of-shows, communication plans, distribution, assessment and archiving
Install, operate, and troubleshoot all audio and video production equipment, including in production facilities and all remote technology, including Skype, Tricaster mini technology, and Production Truck. Including install, operate and maintain terrestrial and internet radio stations, including transmitter, hardware and software; assure legal/FCC/EAS compliance
Provide primary audio and technical support (including on hardware and software) for the NewTek Tricaster studios and Talk Show TX/Skype operations, including Ravens Sports Network programming
Provide primary programmatic support--including training, troubleshooting, pre-production through post-production--for WFPC-LP 105.3 FM, podcasting, internet radio, and audio production facilities (studio and equipment), including board operations
Document quality standards, system anomalies, and operational procedures

Experience And Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in relevant field preferred
One or more years in producer role 
Two or more years in audio and video production 
Excellent administrative, organizational, and supervisory skills
Solid knowledge of full breadth and depth of radio station operations (terrestrial, internet) with ability to install, maintain, troubleshoot equipment (transmitter, boards, components) and use hardware and software
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office software--specifically, Word, Excel, and Outlook--and of communication media technologies, including Zoom, Skype, Reaper, Audition, ProTools, MegaSeg, Dante, and Adobe Creative Suite, including Adobe Premiere 
Ability to manage time and tasks well with multiple priorities and deadlines, must be detail oriented, self-motivated, and work extremely well under pressure

Skills and Abilities:

Outstanding initiative, time management, organizational and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated commitment to professional-level production values and respect for intellectual property law 
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively, transparently and with heart in a high pressure, fluid, and deadline-oriented environment
Demonstrated proficiency with a wide range of current and emerging communication technologies, including hardware and software
Demonstrate commitment to using the technology to support the goals of the department 
Professionalism at all times 
Strong editorial judgment
Creativity that inspires and ignites passion 

Typical Schedule: 

Expected work schedule for all employees is Monday through Friday. As an exempt position, the schedule will vary based on the number of hours needed to meet the job responsibilities. The applicant should understand the rhythm of a University calendar, including both academic and athletic, and expect that the position will require early morning, evening, weekend, and even holiday hours to meet the needs of the department and the University

About FPU:

Since 1962, Franklin Pierce University has empowered thousands of undergraduate and graduate students to achieve academic excellence and lead meaningful, successful lives. Drawing from our strong foundation in liberal education, we offer majors and programs that develop essential, professional skills; promote close connections between students, faculty members, and staff; and position our students to realize their potential through highly personalized, financially accessible academic offerings.

Franklin Pierce encompasses a far-reaching geographic and virtual network educating a diverse population of residential undergraduates, online learners, and full-time graduate students through our main campus in Rindge, NH, and online and graduate centers in Manchester, and Lebanon, (NH) and Goodyear, AZ. We continue to explore new models and programs that build on our legacy of excellence and help students expand their knowledge, direct their passions, and graduate as qualified, engaged leaders.

At Franklin Pierce University, we believe in establishing a legacy through our unique ability to support and prepare students to thrive as leaders and engaged members of society. To do this, we know that is takes outstanding people from every background imaginable to support our mission.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Franklin Pierce recognizes the impact of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, backgrounds and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, age, disability gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected] or 603-899-4075. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

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