Producer/Director

Job Title
Producer/Director

Requisition #
999494.1

Job Type
Permanent (for any group)

Position End Date (if applicable)

Location:
MRU Main Campus – Calgary, AB T3E 6K6 CA (Primary)

Posting
About MRU
Founded in 1910 and located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Mount Royal University grew into a vibrant college in the 1930s and became a mid-sized university in 2009. Mount Royal has carved out a distinct niche by offering smaller class sizes, a robust liberal education and unique undergraduate programs. Currently, nearly 15,000 credit students choose from 12 bachelor degrees and 36 majors.
Mount Royal University is located in the traditional territories of the Niitsitapi (Blackfoot) and the people of the Treaty 7 region in southern Alberta, which includes the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina and the Iyarhe Nakoda. We are situated on land where the Bow River meets the Elbow River. The traditional Blackfoot name of this place is “Mohkinstsis,” which we now call the city of Calgary. The city of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation.
Mount Royal University is committed to removing barriers and fostering the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented or discouraged in our society. In support of our belief that diversity in our faculty and staff enriches the work, learning and research experiences for the entire campus community, we strongly encourage members of the designated groups (women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and diverse sexual orientation and gender identities) to apply and self-identify.

About the Academic Media Group
The Academic Media Group (AMG) is an integral part of the Academic Development Centre at Mount Royal University. AMG provides support and expertise in video, audio, and multimedia production for the faculty and staff at Mount Royal University. AMG operates a full service facility complete with state of the art video editing workstations, a 1,000 square foot studio, and a complete video production mobile unit.

About the Role
The Academic Development Centre’s Academic Media Group (AMG) requires an accomplished and versatile production/post production video professional to serve the needs of Mount Royal University.
The Department is looking for a team player, someone who can build relationships and develop superior educational media projects for the faculty, staff and program areas of Mount Royal University. The successful candidate will have the ability to make exemplary professional decisions, tackle multiple creative projects and deliver quality programs and projects on deadline.

Responsibilities

• To produce professional quality, short format and full-length media programs for curricula.
• Planning, filming, and editing of media projects.
• Cultivate positive working relationships with internal and external clients.
• Other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years post production experience.
• Graduate of a broadcasting or journalism program or equivalent experience.
• A customer service work ethic, teamwork and collaboration skills, adaptability, and the ability to take appropriate initiative.
• Innovative/creative thinking, an aptitude for problem solving, an orientation to achieve specific goals, listening skills, and the ability to effectively understand and respond to client needs.
• Excellent post-production skills including video editing, graphic creation, and related computer skills. Experience with the Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
• Extensive and proven knowledge of video camera operation, lighting, and sound recording for video. Experience in creation of VR content is an asset.
• Strong visual design skills with demonstrated ability to create quality graphics or animations.
• A solid understanding of basic live video production techniques.
• Ability to learn and work with new and developing video technologies and production techniques.
• Ability to work under stress, handle multiple projects at the same time and meet strict deadlines.
• A mature, enthusiastic and positive attitude is required, as is the ability to contribute to a positive team environment.
• Valid class G license with excellent driving and workplace safety records.

What We Offer
Talented and committed employees are the driving force behind student success. We strive to be an employer of choice among Canadian post-secondary institutions.
At Mount Royal University, we recognize that people are a combination of many intersecting identities; we work to cultivate an environment that welcomes the whole person, and harnesses the strength that is available in our diversity, creating a rich and inclusive workplace.
Investing in the learning and development of our employees benefits the individual and the University. A variety of services, resources and programs encourage a healthy, productive workplace. Mount Royal University offers a competitive total compensation package including health and dental benefits, pension, health and personal spending accounts, paid vacation, winter holiday closure, personal days and a free membership in our fully equipped recreation centre.
Our campus offers the convenience of a full medical clinic, dentist and pharmacy, as well as a variety of wellness services such as physiotherapists and massage therapists. Campus Recreation offers many activities, including personal training, fitness classes, climbing, aquatics, sports, tournaments and certifications for students, employees and the public.

Salary: $2,455.75 Semi-monthly
Closing Date: July 19, 2021

A cover letter, resume and a link to demo reel/portfolio should be submitted in one .pdf formatted document. Please title your .pdf document as follows: [Last Name], [Job Title], [Requisition Number].pdf (ex. Smith, Coordinator, 999999.pdf).

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. After the close date, you can check on the status of your application through your Career Centre. New career opportunities arise frequently and are posted as they become available. Please check back often to view our latest postings on our Career Opportunities page. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Mount Royal University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to fostering diversity as a source of excellence, intellectual and cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome applications from those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, faculty and their scholarship including but not limited to Indigenous Peoples, women, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual or gender identity, ethnic, national or socio-economic background, religion or age.

Job Type: Permanent