The SCSIL Media Specialist III is responsible for the technical production of all media initiated by and generated through the production studio in the Sentara Center for Simulation and Immersive Learning (SCSIL). This individual will produce professional quality instructional content surrounding the educational requirements of the school’s curriculum; produce promotional media for SCSIL consistent with its Brand; coordinate personnel and resources as needed for projects; develop and design deliverables; and, conduct client-specified post-production editing and packaging. 

Major Duties/Critical Tasks:

The SCSIL Media Production Manager will plan and produce SCSIL’s educational media for teaching, assessment and research; produce SCSIL’s promotional media; coordinate all media production activities, post-production editing, packaging, and archiving of work, arranging broadcasts on  campus and to external sites; consult and collaborate with staff, clients and faculty to create educational materials using a variety of tools and techniques; and, propose equipment needs, updates, and supply needs to the Director of Simulation Technology. 

Production   

• Plan, direct, capture and edit all SCSIL productions including studio, on‐location, live events, and special projects as well as intros/outros, and promotional videos.
• Proactively collaborate with SCSIL staff, taking initiative to efficiently and effectively organize production events.
• Operate and maintain a variety of computer hardware and software, cameras, decks, recording equipment and video editing systems.  
• Select shot locations; prepare set design and layout for video and live productions, select appropriate recording equipment, light placement, and shot compositions.
• Set up, engineer equipment for studio and field productions including matching and adjustment of cameras, lighting, audio recording and transportation (if necessary).
• Assemble and position materials, furniture and props for regular studio series and special programs as needed.  
• Provide media material for contribution to SCSIL websites 
• Prepare quarterly production reports.

Training and Research  

• Facilitate involvement of staff and volunteers and provide direction during studio and field productions.
• Ensure production standards are met.
• Maintain a knowledge base of new and emerging technology and develop strategies for implementation of new technology  
• Assist in the planning and execution of training workshops in the production and delivery of digital media.  
• Transfer knowledge of equipment operation and production techniques to staff of various levels of expertise.

Equipment and Facilities  

• Manage all production equipment and ensure equipment remains in good condition and working order.
• Conduct regular equipment maintenance and arrange for timely repairs as necessary.  
• Keep a log of all equipment maintenance and repairs and provide reports to keep inventory records updated.
• Coordinate equipment traffic and complete necessary paperwork for equipment reservation and check in/out.  
• Conduct research for production equipment purchases and provide budgetary pricing and purchase recommendations for future needs and advances in technology.  
• Oversee and maintain production facilities
• Provide a safe working environment in all production areas.    

Other duties as assigned by program 

Associate’s Degree in communications or related field preferred; Prior experience in project coordination and media production or related field.

• Ability to operate and understand equipment for a production studio and edit stations.  
• Thorough knowledge of digital media production software including Final Cut Pro, Adobe Creative Suite and current Windows and Macintosh operating systems.
• Familiarity with motion graphics and/or digital distribution methods in multiple file formats for web delivery a plus.  
• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills.   
• Ability to focus on details while multitasking and remaining calm under pressure.
• Enthusiastic and energetic self‐starter with a demonstrated ability to work independently while still being a part of a team