Boston University Virtual is a unit at Boston University focused on the creation of high-quality online degree and certificate programs. We are seeking a part-time Technical Producer II to play an important role in the preparation for and delivery of live broadcast class sessions for BU Virtual. The Technical Producer must have demonstrated technical experience of broadcast studio equipment, as well as knowledge of broadcast and live streaming platforms. The Technical Producer oversees live broadcast sessions, maintains studio equipment for peak performance, runs equipment during the broadcast, and trains and supervises freelance contractors and student production teams. This role operates in a professional office environment, as well as broadcast studios and production control rooms. This is a part-time, benefits-eligible position with hours that coincide with early morning and late-night live sessions held Monday-Thursday at the BU Virtual production studios.
Key responsibilities:
- End to end technical production management using major webinar and major webinar and virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom).
- Managing the setup, wiring and operation of high-resolution audio-visual equipment, virtual routers, video switchers, digital audio consoles, Mac & PC computers and video recording software.
- Oversight and management of live broadcast sessions including professional contractors and student crew.
- Providing on-site technical supervision, overseeing all aspects of production preparation and live production, technical execution, and labor management.
- Working closely with the Teaching Team and Executive Director, Live Studio & Media Center Operations to on-board faculty and teaching teams.
- Video editing.
- Keeping abreast with industry trends and technology
Skills
Position Requirements:
- 4-year college degree preferred.
- 5+ years of work experience.
- Outstanding customer service mentality.
- Strong technical knowledge of entertainment equipment and systems, as well as broadcast streaming platforms (e.g., Zoom). •Outstanding organization skills with the ability to lead multiple concurrent projects. •Work independently while also being team oriented.
- Experience running technical aspects of virtual events across the corporate sector, from large-scale conferences to intimate networking and breakout sessions.
- Experience leading, motivating and mentoring teams of staff/crewing including but not limited to video, projection, staging, rigging and AV teams.
- Strong project management skills.
- Excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Able to think critically and on your feet and lead multiple projects at the same time!
- Flexible, dependable, detail orientated, innovative, motivated, and enthusiastic about delivering exceptional events.
- Working knowledge of edit/graphics programs (e.g., Photoshop, Premiere, After Effects) and productivity software (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel).
- Development of video/graphic experience, preferred. •Ability to work independently and efficiently.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
