Part-Time Production Crew Member
Indiana University

Department

RADIO-TELEVISION SERVICES (BL-RTVS-IUBLA)

Department Information

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.

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:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits 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 employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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