Media Operations Manager – Penn State CommRadio
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Job Location:
University Park, IL - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 68200 - 102300
Posted on:
5 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work additional information on remote work at Penn State seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
Would you like to lead Penn States award-winning student radio/audio network
Penn State CommRadiois the official radio/streaming station and podcast network of the Bellisario College of Communications. It includes more than 150 student members and provides live radio coverage of Penn State sports along with news arts and entertainment programming through a wide variety of podcasts social media content and written stories.
CommRadio seeks qualified candidates for the position of Media Operations Manager to supervise daily operations. This includes oversight of the day-to-day broadcasts and media distribution operations providing vision strategic development and management of all content distribution overseeing training providing key performance metrics strategies and operational guidelines for the organization while aligning with overall University goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead staff including student members and student management team. Hiring development and performance management
- Oversee and manage the day-to-day broadcast and media distribution operations ensuring compliance with federal and state laws and regulations broadcast industry standards university policies and safety guidelines
- Oversee and manage program development and production scheduling broadcast engineering and operations regulatory compliance and reporting
- Ensure the station(s) project an on-air image of high production values and quality of content and that all technical standards are regularly measured and met
- Lead the acquisition production and distribution of diverse programming content that attracts maintains and increases audience engagement
- Develop contracts for the acquisition and distribution of station equipment and technology and program content; ensure compliance with all applicable terms rights and releases
- Lead or assist in station development functions; work to cultivate donor support for new projects and ongoing services; conceive entrepreneurial projects to generate revenue; identify funding sources and develop funding proposals
- Develop and implement new ideas to expand CommRadios potential in the fast-changing landscape of audio programming (podcasts radio social media content expanded live programming etc.)
Work Arrangement: This is an onsite position and will operate out of our University Park campus.
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Bachelors Degree 8 years of relevant experience includes 3 years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $68200.00 - $102300.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.Required Experience:
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