VOD Studio Technician, Centre for Academic Technology *Internal Candidates Only

Job title: VOD Studio Technician, Centre for Academic Technology *Internal Candidates Only

Job description: Description:

Responsibilities:

• Operates main camera following instructor throughout production.
• Focuses on course materials such as text books when displayed on set.
• Communicates with instructor to determine order of elements and sequence of events during lecture.
• Communicates with switcher/director via headset on upcoming segments during production.
• Directs instructor and guests during interview segments to speak to proper camera.
• Communicates with director/switcher to focus on students when they participate.
• Communicates with the camera operator(s) in order to determine when to switch between the camera/video sources during live classroom presentations.
• Discusses run-down of lecture and how/when course content is to be displayed.
• Operates audio and video sources and switches at appropriate times between sources.
• Operates 2nd switcher to display sources such as Document Camera and Sympodium on studio monitors and Smart Board.
• Operates remote cameras.
• Provides graphic/text information from character generator to appear throughout every class.
• Ensures audio levels from all sources are monitored and balanced.
• Operates studio lighting to ensure proper light levels for clear view of instructor, students and course materials both in house and for recording purposes.
• Record, name and file every video production following a structured naming convention and upload to a streaming server.
• Follow same procedure for backup encoding computer and video archive.
• Informs instructor of any changes in technology and lets students know of any changes to the display and upload of completed lectures.
• Instructs faculty on the proper usage of available technology and helps to integrate outside sources.
• Gives students instruction on how and why to properly use hand-held microphones during the course of the lecture.

Qualifications:

• Some University training/college course work or an acceptable equivalent is desirable to enhance response time in the studio and therefore enhance production values.
• Television production experience or video training is preferred.
• A basic knowledge of and interest in creating video images is desirable.
• Must have effective oral and written communication skills.
• Some television production skills are preferred.
• Must be able to react quickly/knowledgeably under pressure.
• Must be able to relate courteously with faculty/instructors/presenters, staff, students and the public.
• Must work well in a team environment.

An equivalent combination of education, experience, skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Condition(s) of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Note: The work described in this posting will be in-person.

The University of Winnipeg has a Mandatory COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that requires all those coming to designated indoor campus spaces to provide proof they are fully vaccinated. The Policy was suspended effective May 2, 2022. However, prospective employees should know that the Policy may be reinstated in the future based on changing public health circumstances.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognizes that a diverse staff and faculty benefits and enriches the work, learning and research environments, and is essential to academic and institutional excellence. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and encourage women, racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ persons to confidentially self-identify at time of application.

If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact Shelby Phillips, HR Assistant at sh.phillips@uwinnipeg.ca.

The personal information of applicants is collected under the authority of the University of Winnipeg Act and 36(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All personal information collected via the recruitment process is used to assess the applicant’s suitability, eligibility, and qualifications for employment, and to otherwise support recruitment activities. This information will be provided to participating members of the recruitment process. Questions regarding the collection of your personal information may be directed to the Director, HR Services, 515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2E9 or 204.786.9066.

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