Studio Production Specialist at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Harvard University


Position Title: Studio Production Specialist

Req ID: 66788BR

School or Unit: Faculty of Arts and Sciences

Description: Job Summary

This position will report to the Manager of DCE Studios and will work closely with the Director of Online Course Technology and Innovation. With creative use of cutting-edge technology, we deliver online courses that allow students at a distance to be virtually present in the classroom or in a studio with the faculty member. The DCE Studio Production Specialist will be responsible for recording, preparation, assembly, production and troubleshooting of the multimedia created in the Division of Continuing Education's (DCE) Brattle Square and Story Street studios.

Position Description

• Assist in the daily operation of DCE studios at Brattle Square and Story Street. This on-site work includes the real-time production support of HELIX Forum as a course and event delivery technology in regards to camera operation, audio recording, and lighting
• Assist in managing post-production assets, editing, posting of 4k video materials.
• Under the guidance of the Manager of DCE Studios, create materials and update documentation and procedures.
• Train full-time and less-than-half-time temporary employees on studio processes, pre-production, production and post-production expectations.
• Conduct in-depth tours and demonstrations of studios and HELIX Forum for internal and external clients, as well as Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) faculty.
• Assist the DCE Emerging Technology Solutions team with running special events, projects and technology pilots as needed. The setup, operation and breakdown of the Portable HELIX system around campus is a current example of this type of responsibility. Local and remote testing of prototypes is another.
• Attend training sessions to stay up to date with production processes.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• 3+ years of Production Studio or relevant experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in online education.
• In-depth knowledge of AV hardware and software technologies.
• Considerable experience running live online events.
• Experience in shooting multi-camera productions, lighting, audio, technical direction and post-production.
• Significant experience in managing web conference meetings and webinars.

Working Conditions

The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.

Additional Information

• We will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.
• A cover letter is highly encouraged for consideration.
• This is a 1-year term position with the possibility of extension after the first year.
• All formal offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.

About Us

The Division of Continuing Education (DCE) comprises four academic units serving about 30,000 domestic and international students annually, which allow Harvard to meet the learning needs of intellectually curious and highly motivated students from high school through retirement. Established in 1910, the Harvard Extension School (HES) offers access to Harvard faculty for a diverse community of adult learners, enrolling about 15,000 students. HES offers over 1,000 open enrollment courses - 85 percent of which are accessible online - and provides flexibility through noncredit, undergraduate, and graduate courses, including degrees, certificates, and a premedical program. The Harvard Summer School, founded in 1871, offers around 450 credit and noncredit courses both on the Harvard Campus and online, catering to 10,000 high school, college, and adult learners. Additionally, it offers more than 15 international study abroad programs, hosting up to 300 students each summer. Harvard DCE Professional & Executive Development delivers over 140 noncredit programs annually, reaching more than 3,600 participants through online platforms and its executive development center in Cambridge. The Harvard Institute for Learning in Retirement offers about 140 peer-taught courses to approximately 550 active members.

Benefits

We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:

• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Department Office Location: USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code: 402041 Senior Media Technician

Job Function: Communications

Work Format: Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Sub Unit: Division of Continuing Education

Salary Grade: 055

Department: Division of Continuing Education


Union: 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers

Time Status: Full-time

Pre-Employment Screening: Education, Identity

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9-5pm

Commitment to Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging: Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EOE Statement: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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