Job details
Salary from $20 an hour job type full-time part-time contract number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Us work authorization (required)
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Full job description
Job title
Production manager
Department
Production
Reports to
Associate producer (ap)
Position summary
The primary duty of the production manager (pm) is to help ensure the proper functioning and continued improvement of the broadcasted shows of the acaThis manifests primarily in handling the “day-to-day” production needsThe pm is to ensure that operational needs of the shows are addressed in a timely, efficient manner, and to mitigate and resolve or report any issues that may prevent this from happeningAlso serves as a general point of contact between the associate producer and the executive producer (ep) (ap/ep) and the hosts/guests/crew/volunteers (hgcv).
Essential duties and responsibilities
Duties should be assumed to be as assigned by or under the direction of the ap/ep, and that successful completion (or issues preventing completion) should be communicated to the ap/ep as assigned.
General duties
To give new contractors or volunteers access to various groups and functions, as needed; also to revoke such access as needed
To assist with the determination of budgetary needs.
To send notifications to hgcv through a range of mediums.
Conduct basic social media checks on potential guests to ensure compatibility and appropriateness with the aca and it’s shows.
Show pre-production
Manage host schedule for the non-prophets, and assist with the schedule for the other shows.
Verify the participation of all hgcv across all shows.
Prepare all show files for live broadcast or recording, including:
Generating intro and outro videos.
Generating the weekly mid-show promotional videos.
Prepare guest promotional graphics.
Test all prepared files.
To complete “tech che cks” for guests and hosts as needed, including arranging for equipment procurement and return as needed.
Schedule the broadcasts on youtube.
To promote show announcements through social media
Show production
To manage, monitor, and coordinate live shows in conjunction with the video engineer/ep to diagnose and help solve any technical issues.
To help manage appropriate decorum of the communications channels during the show.
As needed, to help show hosts/guests verify or define words, topics or ideas brought up during the show and provide additional details for the hosts/guests.
Show post-production
To audit, correct, and otherwise keep up-to-date show posts on patreon, spreaker, and any other cross-streaming or publishing platformsThis includes periodically testing and updating hyperlinks, including our backlog
Properly archive all show video and audio files, or confirm that they have been archived correctly by other crew members
Contractor and volunteer supervision
As the roles and responsibilities of all people involved in show production can be varied and complex, it is the duty of the pm to ensure that all parties involved with show production are treated with respect and dignity, and are afforded as much involvement as they are capable of, taking into account their knowledge and experience.
Talent acquisition
In an effort to maintain and increase the interest of our audience, and to support the specific missions of each show, the pm will reach out to a variety of people:
Atheist celebrities and advocates
Alternative and/or new show hosts
Individuals with opposing views
Research & development
Because broadcast technologies, procedures, and even locations can change on a moment’s notice, the pm will investigate and evaluate current and emerging broadcast technologies for their suitability of application to one or more of the shows.
Qualifications
Minimum education & experience
High school or equivalent education.
Experience producing live and pre-recorded audio and video podcasts.
Experience managing personnel and projects.
Preferred education & experience*:
Managerial/marketing degree or equivalent years of experience.
Familiarity with the atheist community of austin and its publications.
* paid or volunteer experience can offset education requirements.
Computer skills
Demonstrated knowledge and experience using (or a willingness to learn) broadcast software such as wirecast/rendezvous, obs, tricaster or similar software/hardware platforms.
Demonstrated knowledge of (or a willingness to learn) the adobe software suite, specifically after effects, premier, photoshop and illustrator.
Demonstrated understanding of and/or active presence on productivity and social media platforms such as: , youtube, podcasts, twitter, facebook, tumblr, snapchat, instagram, reddit, blogging, wikis.
Demonstrated experience using (or a willingness to learn) google drive and the google suite (docs, sheets, etc).
Physical demands
Substantial movements (motion) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers in a repetitive manner needed to operate computers and other broadcast related equipment.
Must be able to see adequately to perform the duties listed, with or without corrected vision.
Work environment
Job responsibilities allow duties to be conducted offsite.
Work product and deliverable deadlines will be dictated by the needs of the production departmentSchedule flexibility may be required on occasion.
Working environment should be a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor office setting with adequate ventilation in a location with moderate street noise and minimized distractions.
Work hours/schedule/benefits
Approximately 25 hours/week, either part-time employee or contractor.
The pm’s schedule will be generally self directed in coordination with the ap/ep to ensure that all production related needs are met.
Starting rate: commensurate with experience and job duties.
Application requirements
Email cover letter, resumé, salary requirements, and a minimum of two business/professional references.
No phone calls please.
Successful candidate may work with or around minorsBackground check required.
Job types: full-time, part-time, contract
Pay: from $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to friday
Weekend availability
Covid-19 considerations:
Local offices are closed due to covidAll work can be accomplished remotely.
Education:
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Work location:
Fully remote
Work location: remote
