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Producer/Director
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Job Title
Producer/Director
Job Grade
TR21S
Division
Academic Affairs
College/Dept
College of Communication, Fine Arts & Media
Department
School of Communication
Requisition Number
2026-00222
FTE (full-time equivalency)
100
Work Schedule
M-F
Does the position provide the opportunity to work Remotely/Telecommuting?
No remote/telecommute opportunity
Appointment Term
12- 12/12 months
Is this position essential personnel according to the inclement weather policy?
Pay Information
51,000-54,000
Pay Schedule
Annually
FLSA Designation
Exempt
Position Summary
The Producer/Director works with the Senior Producer/Director to manage production of programs and digital media content for UNO television within the School of Communication. This role requires a creative and innovative approach to generating and producing high-quality content. This position is responsible for assisting in the hiring, training and scheduling of student crews while also maintaining and managing the space and equipment of the studio and the field. This includes developing and executing creative concepts, working with clients, and overseeing the production process. This position may teach two JMC courses per academic year.
Job Duties
Responsibility Area:
Production
Duties:
Perform and manage various aspects of video field and studio production (audio/video switching, scripting, shooting, lighting, editing, motion design & graphics and securing releases as necessary) to support faculty and student productions.
Percentage Of Time
40
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Budgetary
Duties:
Propose project budgets and track expenses, develop cost estimates for equipment purchases, create purchase requests and submit for approval., Create invoices for production work. Work with the Senior Producer/Director to screen and hire applicants for student crews. Routinely provide project reports to the Senior Producer/Director.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Supervisory
Duties:
Train and supervise student crews.
Percentage Of Time
20
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Prospect Identification
Duties:
Identify potential clients, partners, and collaborators aligned with our vision, conducting thorough research to understand their needs and objectives. Create comprehensive outreach strategies, employing optimal methods, channels, and messaging to communicate UNO -TV’s value and foster strong connections on campus and in the community.
Percentage Of Time
10
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Maintenance
Duties:
Maintain studio and field production equipment for School of Communication; develop plans for equipment upgrades.
Percentage Of Time
5
Essential Function:
Yes
Responsibility Area:
Academic
Duties:
Availability to teach a production-related course at least twice per academic year.
Percentage Of Time
15
Essential Function:
Yes
Required and Preferred Qualifications
Required Education
Associates Degree in Mass Communication or closely related field.
Required Experience
Two years’ experience in video production.
Required License/Certification
NA
Required Additional Qualifications:
This position requires regular and prompt attendance during the working hours scheduled by the supervisor.
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Mass Communication or closely related field.
Preferred Experience
Broadcast television experience preferred.
Preferred License/Certification
NA
Preferred Additional Qualifications:
Will consider an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Compliance Requirements
Credit Check
No
Motor Vehicle Licensing Validity Check
No
Pre-employment Physical Request and Assessment
No
Drug Screen
No
Supplemental Question
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education you have attained?
- none
- High School Diploma/GED
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate (PhD, MD,EdD, JD etc)
- * How many years of experience do you have in video production?
- None
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5+
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation
- Media File
- Portfolio
