Webcast Producer (Contract Talent)

Who We Are

Robert Half one of FORTUNEs Worlds Most Admired Companies and a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For is hiring for aWebcast Producer (Contract Talent) to join the Media Design Studio department.

What Youll Do

• Webcast producers will need to be able to plan lead and execute the live meeting/event by leveraging information gathered during the request process and thru subsequent client meetings. Evaluate meeting/event locations selecting and/or hiring additional crew reserving and/or renting equipment making transportation arrangements for crew and/or equipment making sure all location power needs are met. Will also need to consider the planning and execution of completely virtual events. Will also be expected to collaborate with high-level executives on critical high-profile projects.
• Works closely with clients/stakeholders and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to understand communication/training needs. Presents options based on desired deliverables and available technology for both on-site and virtual events. Will also be expected to collaborate with high level executives on critical high-profile events.
• Roles include setup of video cameras video interfaces cable runs operation of analog and/or digital audio mixer video switcher video/audio playback PPT operator encoding technician webcast moderator fixed camera operator PTZ camera operator technical director for both on-site and virtual events.
• At times recorded programs may need to be edited. Includes selecting program format for final output capturing/importing footage organizing raw media editing footage. May also include inserting complex graphics and animations titling adding music/voice-over/sfx media management acquiring assets and archiving of smaller lower production value quick turnaround projects.
• Creates still and motion graphics packages for use in live webcasts using Adobe Premiere Illustrator Photoshop and/or Adobe After Effects. Types include but are not limited to: logos titles opening/closing sequences.
• Excellent understanding and use of industry-standard streaming protocols services and software encoders including but not limited to Wirecast. Abiltiy to diagnose troubleshoot and support end-users.
• Webcast producers will be expected to have strong collaborative skills. Collaboration amongst team members clients and stakeholders is a daily requirement. Webcast producers will also need to develop and maintain a collaborative relationship with Corporate Communications IT as well as administrative staff in support of management communication efforts. Collaboration includes but is not limited to: brainstorming ideas for specific projects sharing knowledge (tips and tricks best practices) learning and working within brand guidelines as well as maintaining an awareness of Marketing initiatives/campaigns.

What Youll Need

• High School Diploma.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in live event/broadcasting and AV media support.
• Live Event: Operation of both analog and digital audio mixer patch and route signals to auxes and outputs.
• Applications: Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Photoshop Adobe AfterEffects Adobe Illustrator Adobe Audition Efficiency in Mac and Windows environments.
• Proper use and care of wired and wireless microphones. Use of effects and processing for EQ/Compression and Delay to achieve optimal signal for webcast and live event sound systems.
• Understanding of Live Production both in person and virtual.
• Setup and cabling of video sources including but not limited to manned and unmanned video cameras computers video playback and recording devices. Ability to operate a video camera effectively with minimal direction.
• Working knowledge of signal pathing HDMI and HD-SDI sources and distribution amplifiers. Operation of Barco S3 switcher Blackmagic Design video routers and processors AJA recording decks setup and operation of Panasonic PTZ cameras.
• Ability to setup and operate video cameras and wired and wireless microphones and operate an Audio Mixer understanding of signal paths for input and output.
• Operation of other production gear including but not limited to production switchers video routers PTZ cameras recording hardware.
• Strong Understanding of signal paths and cable management using different types of cable HDMI SDI ethernet USB and signal converters. Ability to setup a multiple input show and direct stream and record the show through completion.
• Strong understanding of Streaming Audio and Video to and from different platforms.
• Post and Pre Production: Editing basic still and motion graphic design exporting for web delivery.
• Applications: Microsoft Teams Microsoft PowerPoint Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Photoshop Adobe After Effects Efficiency in Mac and Windows environments.

The typical hourly pay rate for this position is shown below and is negotiable depending upon experience and location.

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals including medical vision and dental and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit for more information.

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