Language Media Editor

Ada, OK | Culture and Humanities | Full Time

Posted 6 days ago | Apply before September 29, 2026

We are currently looking for aFull Time Language Media Editorto join our Language Preservation Database Team team located at the Language Building.

Responsible for audio and video recording of Chickasaw speakers and learners; conceptualization, development and production of final quality audio and video projects to require specifications for internal and external use; appropriately archiving documentation and maintaining the divisions physical inventory or recording equipment.

• Documents spoken Chickasaw from speakers and learners in audio and video formats, including formal meetings, conversation, instruction, and other settings as assigned
• Coordinates transportation, set up, operation, and tear down of audio and video equipment both in the office and off-site
• Oversees production and postproduction of video and audio projects, using creativity and expertise to execute the project
• Proactively presents proposals for new video and audio projects, and works with division employees to develop project concepts for target audiences
• Edits and compiles audio and video recordings for archiving, use in other projects, and dissemination, as directed
• Maintains physical inventory of audio and video recorders and associated cables, memory cards, batteries, etc. ensures all equipment is kept in good working order and is stored properly regularly assesses equipment for issues and requests replacements for defective items as necessary keeps track of lent items and ensures their timely return
• Responds to citizen and employee requests for audio/video recordings
• Compiles footage for archiving/documentary purposes
• Maintains metadata to required specifications for all recorded meetings
• Operates the division’s audio recording booth: schedules recording time, makes recordings for use in language products, edits and delivers of final products in a timely fashion, and maintains audio recording booth equipment (Whisper Room, audio interface, microphones, software, etc.)
• Maintains a working knowledge of production equipment and software programs, as we
• Provides first class customer service to both internal and external customers and responds to inquiries, compliments, and/or complaints with professionalism, courtesy, and efficiency
• Completes all training and development requirements and participates in continuing education opportunities
• Works in a collaborative and supportive manner to support the productivity and safety of the work area, team members and customers of all types
• Maintains a clean, organized work area and ensures a safe environment
• Maintains and promotes professionalism
• Punctual and consistent in meeting start time, work schedule, attendance and other assigned work time metrics
• Adheres to Chickasaw Nation dress code standards
• Maintains knowledge of and follows all rules, regulations, policies and guidelines for assigned area
• Performs all other duties as assigned

• Essential:
• Must be able to adapt to change
• Ability to troubleshoot basic technology, computer, and audiovisual issues
• Able to follow instructions, both written and oral
• Able to adhere to all scheduling and attendance requirements
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Honesty, truthfulness, reliability, accountability
• Able to read, understand, apply, and retain knowledge of Chickasaw Nation, departmental, divisional and all other rules, regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines
• Knowledge of producing and implementing digital media
• Knowledge of audio/video equipment
• Ability to multitask
• Organizes work and assigned area logically and orderly
• Establishes professional working relationships as appropriate
• Able to verbally…