Production Engineer- Broadcast/Production Systems/Events - IMT
Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to excellence in higher education. Offering over 80 bachelors, masters and doctoral programs on campus, online, and at seven regional centers across Southern California, APU has been recognized as one of U.S.News & World Report's Best Colleges for seven years running. The university provides outstanding opportunities for staff in advancement, professional growth, and Christian ministry. APU seeks staff who model excellence in their discipline and have a clear and compelling understanding of their faith and Christian commitment.
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The Broadcast / Production Operations Engineer role supports the media technology needs of all live events and broadcasts that occur at Azusa Pacific University, including, but not limited to, chapels, athletic games, concerts, and corporate events that occur at all levels and budget sizes of production. This person is responsible for technical design and direction for event and broadcast productions. This person also contributes to the maintenance, configuration, and design of broadcast systems as it applies to department operations. The Broadcast/Production Systems Engineer will leverage knowledge of existing systems and services, as well as capabilities available in the marketplace, to create the most effective solutions to meet the media and live event needs of the University.
This position requires someone who is totally committed to excellence in customer service (supporting the department’s WIN Statement – to create “Enthusiastic, Returning Customers”), and who has a good understanding of Azusa Pacific University’s overall business, business structures, and business practices.
Required Education
* Requires Bachelor’s degree in Media Production or equivalent combination of experience and education
* Prefer SBE Broadcast Certification
Required Experience
* 3-5 years broadcast engineering experience.
* 5-7 years of live-event production and/or broadcast and technical direction experience, preferably with experience across all major disciplines: audio, video, lighting, graphics, etc.
Primary Duties/Essential Functions
* Provide technical direction, assistance, and multimedia integration support to university productions
* Partners with the Event Production Manager throughout the entire life cycle of an event
* Knowledge of live broadcast programming concepts, principles, methodologies and techniques.
* Consults with external and internal customers to recommend technology solutions
* Ensures proper alignment, timing, and settings of systems in accordance with manufacturer and industry standard specifications.
* Establish and maintain technical standards, policies, and procedures to ensure media systems are scalable, reliable and maintainable, while also working with other groups within the IMT organization as required
* Trains and mentors student operators in the correct operation of equipment, as well as professional production techniques and etiquette
* Research emerging trends in professional audio, broadcast, and media production technology and how they can be applied and used to enhance the student and client media experience at APU.
* Supports emergency backup and recovery functions to ensure reliability and maintainability.
* Provides necessary support and training to Media Services staff concerning the use of production equipment and facilities.
* Contributes to basic maintenance and configuration of production equipment for University productions as directed by Management.
* Understanding of and ability to operate video/audio/graphics/lighting equipment for live productions as directed by the Event Production Manager, when student staff is not available.
* Perform other tasks as assigned by Supervisor/ leadership.
* Regular, punctual attendance as required by the supervisor based on department needs.
Skills
* Must have ability to effectively relate professionally and communicate to all levels of the University faculty/staff, administration and students.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* High attention to detail and organization
* Ability to analyze and resolve problems
* Possess a user-centered attitude and an ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
* Must be able to manage projects and meet deadlines
* Excellent knowledge of signal processing, transport and transmission equipment
* Excellent knowledge of digital audio and video standards and equipment.
* Knowledge of video and audio codecs, frame/sample rates, and formats
* Strong knowledge of TCP/IP Networking
* Working knowledge of matrix and party line communications systems such as Riedel Artist, RTS, or ClearCom, from both a setup and operational perspective
* Knowledge of computing preferred, especially DSP programming (i.e. Soundweb London, Q-SYS, etc.), and computer based measurement programs (i.e. Smaart)
* Knowledge of RF products such as wireless microphones, in-ear monitors, and radios, preferably with experience on Shure products.
* Knowledge of broadcast video equipment and proper signal flow
* Must have a service-oriented mind-set with the ability to organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks while transferring knowledge and expertise to empower clients and users.
* Working knowledge of rigging and structural support.
* In order to function effectively, this person must have a high level of independence, show initiative, and have the ability to be highly motivated. This must be done in a manner that is consistent with the team management structure that is employed by the group.
* This person must recognize that much of the work is completed without direct supervision. This requires great prioritization and judgment, and an accuracy and integrity of work that will represent the mission and values of the IMT group.
* This person will supervise student staff as needed. Examples of supervision include, but are not limited to; scheduling, overseeing load-ins and strikes, coaching and directing, managing interns, and supervising engineering projects.
* To enable the Azusa Pacific University media systems to operate normally at all times, this person is required to be available by telephone for management, consultation and liaison with support, after normal working hours and on weekends. This may require considerable onsite presence to manage emergency situations.
* Continuously pursue new technologies, education, and training
Mental Demands
* Ability to maintain focus and work effectively in a fast paced environment with frequent interruptions
* Ability to learn procedures, retain information, and present one’s self in a professional manner that reflects the goals and mission of APU
* Ability to quickly adapt to changes and take direction from supervisors and clients alike
* Work well under pressure in order to meet the absolute deadlines required by live events
* Agreement with the purpose, goals, and beliefs of Azusa Pacific University in providing a Christian-based higher education for its students
Physical Demands
* Repetitive hand motions and sitting at computer keyboard
* Listening and speaking on the telephone
* Sitting and/or standing 6+ hours per day as needed for office work
* Ability to work long hours/shifts on your feet away from the desk as needed for event production work
* Ability to reach, grasp, pull, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
Visual Demands
* Ability to read and work for extended amounts of time on computer and video monitors
Environment
* Pleasant office setting, comfortable temperature for office work
* Event Production may include work in indoor production venues as well as outdoor environments from early in the morning up to late at night, and up to 6 + days per week year-round in the South-California climate.
Technologies
* Proficient in Google Apps, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Azusa Pacific University will conduct a background check on all final candidates.
Click below to discover some of the many benefits APU employees enjoy including competitive health care options, an 8% retirement match, and a generous tuition discount.
http://www.apu.edu/humanresources/benefits/
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