Full-time, SCTV Community Program Manager

POSITION:                FULL-TIME, SCTV Community Program Manager

DEPARTMENT:        Salem Community Television (SCTV)

AFFILIATION:          The Salem Administrative & Technical Employees (SEA), Chapter 7, Local 1984
FLSA STATUS:         NON-EXEMPT 

ABOUT THE ROLE:  The SCTV Community Program Manager is responsible for the execution of tasks related to all aspects of television production and studio operations. The SCTV Community Program Manager trains, advises, and provides oversite to community producers to ensure successful productions as well as schedules programming to air.

ACCOUNTABILITY:   Reports directly to and is accountable to the SCTV Executive Director.

WHAT YOU’LL DO: (The following is illustrative of the duties and responsibilities associated with the position and is not intended to be all-inclusive.) 

Plans and performs outreach activities with citizens and community groups to promote the use of public access television.

Provide training for and work with independent community producers and outside organizations to facilitate successful shows.

Maintain a list of trained crew and interested producers.

Match already trained producers and crew members with outside organizations and independent producers.

Shoot, edit, and finalize shows specified by the Executive Director.

Create original digital media to support productions.

Design and build television sets including lighting design, audio, and video.

Assist in the promotion of local programs and producer activities through press releases, social media, and use of the channel.

Maintain the weekly program schedule for the public access channel.

Maintain the community bulletin board for the public access channel.

Supervise community producers, crew, and guests in the studio and control room during the production of public access programming.

Be proficient in the operations of the government access channel and control room operations to provide occasional coverage of governmental activities.

 REQUIREMENTS: 

Associate degree from an accredited College or University and at least two (2) years’ experience in a responsible television production setting or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience with live remote video transmission.

Computer knowledge and extensive experience with Adobe products including Premiere, After Effects, and Photoshop required.

Availability for night and weekend hours.

Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, high stress environment.

Act as a representative of Salem’s Public and Government Access Channels and the Community of Salem.

Must have a valid Motor Vehicle License.

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: 

Must be accurate and able to regularly meet deadlines.

Ability to make independent judgment, work independently and as part of a crew.

Must be organized and able to keep accurate records.

Ability to effectively communicate with the public and fellow staff members.

Ability to climb a 10-foot ladder.
Must be a positive team player who consistently exhibits a professional and courteous manner.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate of $27.08 – $29.74 (based on skills and experience)
• Generous benefits package which includes:
• Annual paid time off – 10 days’ vacation, 12 sick days; 3 personal days; 12 holidays and two ½ days; Christmas Eve and New Years Eve.
• Health, and Vision Insurance HSA - Employer pays 90%.
• Dental Insurance- Employer pays 90%.
• Disability Insurance – 70% of base wages for up to 26 weeks.
• Life Insurance – Equal to base annual earnings.
• Mandatory Participation in New Hampshire Retirement System Pension Group I – Defined benefit pension plan.
• Tuition reimbursement for pre-approved courses.
• Professional training opportunities.
• If an employee already has qualifying insurance coverage, the Town pays $4,000 annually to employees who waive coverage.

Details about the benefits provided by the Town are described in the SEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

HOW TO APPLY: All candidates interested in applying must complete a Town of Salem Employment Application, submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@salemnh.gov.

Town of Salem application is available here: https://www.salemnh.gov/DocumentCenter/View/222/Employment-Application-PDF

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.