JMU Libraries Media Production Assistant - IE
JMU Libraries Media Production Assistant - IE
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Working Title: JMU Libraries Media Production Assistant IE
State Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study
Position Type:Institutional Employment
Position Status: PartTime
FLSA Status: NonExempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: JMU Libraries
Department: 100114 Libraries Student Employment
Pay Rate:Hourly
Specify Range or Amount: $12.91/hour
Is this a JMU only positionN/A
Is this a grantfunded positionNo
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated positionN/A
Beginning Review Date:04/28/2025
About JMU:
Located in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington D.C. and Richmond VA. With a population of just over 53000 Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20000 undergraduate and 1900 graduate students with over 1000 fulltime instructional faculty.
General Information:
JMU Libraries Media Production and Makerspace Services (MPMS) in Rose Library is seeking a parttime student employee to support the production of instructional media for the JMU community with a primary focus on video. Additional media formats may include photography audio graphics and animation. The position involves participating in all phases of media developmentpreproduction production and postproduction. The assistant may also supervise and assist Makery patrons with audio and video recordings including both walkins and scheduled appointments. Ideal candidates will be experienced creative dependable and hardworking with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.
This role is open to students eligible for either Federal Work Study or Institutional Employment during theacademic year with the possibility of continuation into the following year. Employment can begin in fall (August 2025. The assistant will be expected to use a range of software and equipment to produce highquality instructional media.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The Libraries especially welcome applicants who contribute to the inclusive excellence of the campus community and who are committed to fostering equitable and inclusive environments for teaching learning research and service. MPMS is dedicated to cultivating a welcoming space for everyone encouraging dialogue and celebrating diverse life experiences and perspectives. We support creativity and experimentation in pursuit of meaningful innovative solutions that enhance our role as a core part of JMUs academic infrastructure.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Assist MPMS staff in the preproduction production and postproduction of videos and other instructional media projects both instudio and onlocation using proper recording and editing
techniques.
May supervise and assist Makery patrons with creation of audio and video recordings (scheduled and walkin appointments)
Utilize software and hardware that will aid in creating media related projects.
May create graphics animations and photographs for videos and other related media projects.
Keep constant communication with supervisors on projects keep an accurate account of all work and keep work areas clean at all times.
Qualifications:
Must have experience with one or more of the following applications and be willing to learn on the job:
Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere Media Encoder After Effects Photoshop Illustrator Audition etc.
Audacity/GarageBand Final Cut Pro/iMovie or other similar video audio and/or photography editing software.
Prior experience with a basic understanding of videography or photography principles.
Prior experience preferred with working with digital video and photography cameras.
Must be able to schedule shifts between MondayThursday 9am5pm and Friday 9am4pm. Work will be performed in Rose Library.
Additional Posting Information:
Conditions of Employment:
Students must be degreeseeking students enrolled on at least a halftime basis 6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).
Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA.
EVerify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the EVerify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement:
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity:.
Reasonable Accommodation:
If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services ator You may also visit the Office of Disability Services located in the Student Success Center Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.
Employment Type
Hourly
