Summer Student Music Producer; WS-ST

Music for Media Student Producer

Classification:
Student Employee (non-exempt)

Wage Range: $/hour

This position works closely with the Marketing and Communications office f College to create original music and audio assets for institutional storytelling and media production. The student will collaborate with video producers and editors to develop music that reflects the artistic excellence and musical culture of St. Olaf.

Responsibilities include composing music for video projects, building and organizing a departmental music library, and creating sound branding elements such as sonic logos and audio identities. This role provides hands‑on experience in music production, creative collaboration, and storytelling through sound.

• Music composition and production for media
• Audio editing, mixing, and sound design
• Creative collaboration and storytelling
• Digital asset organization and management
• Professional communication and project workflow
• Brand development through sound and music
• Time management and independent work

• Compose and produce original music for video, social media, and promotional projects
• Collaborate with video editors and producers to support storytelling and emotional tone
• Build and maintain an organized internal music library
• Create sound logos and audio branding elements for marketing initiatives
• Edit, mix, and prepare audio files for digital platforms

Students applying for this position should demonstrate strong musical ability and interest in music production, composition, or audio engineering. Experience with digital audio workstations is preferred. Candidates should be creative, detail‑oriented, and comfortable collaborating within a team environment. Experience creating music for video, film, podcasts, games, or other media projects is beneficial. Applicants should be able to manage projects independently, meet deadlines, and apply feedback effectively.

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.