Audio Visual Production Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• The position’s primary focus and responsibility is the production of live broadcasts, interview recordings, post-production, and events for MPR|APMG; working primarily in support of MPR News.
• The Audio Visual Specialist will bring experience in both audio and video production to help produce compelling content for our audiences.
• This position will work within the Technology & Operations division and will collaborate with colleagues across our organization as well as external partners to maintain excellent technical quality of MPR/APM broadcasts, audio & video recordings, podcasts, and events.
• Application Process:
  
  Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
• Final date to receive applications:
  Open until filled

Full-time

• Planning, communications, and teamwork skills.
• Problem-solving and technical troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships to achieve common goals.
• Able to perform work independently or in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both written and orally.
• Demonstrated skills with live audio mixing and console operation for both broadcasts and events.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform well under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to support and troubleshoot computer hardware and software.
• Skilled with audio processing tools and plug-ins including equalizers, compressors, limiters, de-esser's, reverb, and other digital effects used for both live mixing and post-production.
• Knowledge and proficiency with audio software for multi-track recording, mixing, and editing.
• Ability to multi-task daily.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Preferred
  
  Skills and Experience:
• Experience in a broadcasting or media environment.
• Operational experience with Internet Service Provider (ISP) technologies such as DSL, fiber, cable, and wireless technologies. This includes applications and equipment such as VoIP, IP codecs, consumer modems/routers and network switches.
• Knowledge of digital production and content management systems for 'on-air' program production and automation.
• Fluency with Pro Tools.
• Knowledge of loudness standards (LUFS) for content delivery to different platforms.
• Audio-over-IP certification and/or training (e.g. Dante Certification)
• Solid background in electronics, audiovisual systems, audio systems signal flow, and basic electronics wiring.
• Working knowledge of audio/visual equipment including projectors, video switchers, and other presentation technology.
• Experience with videography and camera operation.
• Ability to think about content editing from the perspective of the audience to help shape a story or piece with creative editing and production techniques.
• Reporting To This Position:
  None Physical Demands and
  
  Working Conditions:
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Position will require early morning hours.
• Position will at times require weekend, evening, and holiday work.
• Required to move about in an office environment
• Required to move about in the community
• Reach with hands and arms
• Balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch
• Frequent use of hands for data entry/keystrokes and simple grasping.
• Required to lift audio and video equipment up to 70 lbs.
• Moderate noise level
• Occasional exposure to prevalent weather conditions
• Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere:
  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.