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Production Assistant
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Job ID 65004
Job Funding Source Work-Study, Non-Work-Study, Remote
Employer Student Life
Category Technical
Job Description

Position Overview:

The Michigan Leadership Collaborative is seeking a passionate and skilled Podcast Host/Producer to help produce an exciting and insightful podcast focused on leadership topics within the university community. As the Podcast Host/Producer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the podcast's content, conducting engaging interviews, and producing high-quality episodes that inspire, inform, and empower the University of Michigan's students, faculty, staff, and broader audience.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Host Engaging Podcast Episodes:

    • Conduct in-depth research to develop well-prepared and thought-provoking podcast episodes on leadership.

    • Engage listeners, promote dialogue, and foster a positive and inclusive atmosphere on the podcast.

  • Lead Interviews and Discussions:

    • Identify and invite guests from various backgrounds, including university leaders, scholars, community activists, and students, to participate in informative and insightful interviews and discussions.

    • Skillfully guide interviews to ensure meaningful and relevant conversations that resonate with the podcast's audience.

    • *note not every episode will require the host/producer to participate in the conversation, some episodes will be made by the participants themselves.

  • Content Development and Storytelling:

    • Develop episode concepts, outline content, and create compelling narratives that highlight leadership success stories, diversity initiatives, and inclusive practices at the University of Michigan.

 
Educational Value

This position will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to develop the following NACE and M-LEAD competencies: 

 

Adaptability: The role will require continued practice to adapt to the challenges of recording remotely, working with multiple stakeholders, guest experience and understanding of podcast recording, and many other areas. 

 

Building Relationships: With the podcast being a collaborative effort across campus you will have the opportunity to interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization alumni, students, staff, and faculty. The ability to enhance your network and continue to practice the skills associated with building relationships will be significant. 

 

Digital Technology: You will have the opportunity to learn and improve your skills associated with using a myriad of technological tools to produce and edit the podcast. This can include exploring new technology to improve aspects of the podcast and the ability to try out new ideas. 

 

Facilitation: You will have the opportunity to facilitate meetings and podcast recording sessions allowing you to develop and practice the art of facilitating. 

 

Feedback: You will receive feedback from members of the collaborative, guests, and your supervisor that you will then respond to and implement. You will also be able to provide feedback to guests prior to and in real-time related to episode format and content delivery.

Job Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist departments with recording content both hands 

    • Responsible for recording in person and/or virtually

    • Provide instructions and guidelines for departments to do their own recording

  • Acquire media assets for each podcast episode including but not limited to music, sound effects, media clips, etc.

  • Gather content from departments, hosts, and other contributors

  • Review episodes for audio quality, background noise, and any other audio issues

  • Edit gathered content together into episode formats

  • Export and upload completed episode audio files

  • Use transcription tools to transcribe episode audio

 

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Experience with Adobe Audition, Garageband, Audacity, or equivalent audio editing software

  • Experience with basic recording equipment (microphones, digital recorders, etc) and various ways to record both in person and virtually

  • Familiarity with various podcast formats

  • Ability to learn new equipment and software quickly

  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines

 

Desired Skills:

  • Experience producing and editing a podcast

  • Experience with any storytelling format (writing, video editing, etc.)

Hourly Rate $15.00/hour
Hours 6.0 to 10.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter
Start Date ASAP
End Date End of semester with possibility for extension
Primary Contact Steve Bodei
Primary Contact's Email bodei@umich.edu
Supervisor N/A
Work Location Remote
Phone 734-763-2886
Fax N/A