About the role
About BRIC:
BRIC is a leading arts and media institution anchored in Downtown Brooklyn whose work spans contemporary visual and performing arts, media, and civic action. For over forty years, BRIC has shaped Brooklyn’s cultural and media landscape by presenting and incubating artists, creators, students, and media makers. As a creative catalyst for their community, BRIC ignites learning in people of all ages and centralizes diverse voices that take risks and drive culture forward. BRIC is building Brooklyn’s creative future.
About the Part-Time Master Control Operator Role:
BRIC seeks a part-time Master Control Operator to monitor playout of content on BRIC’s multi-channel cable television and streaming distribution network.
What You’ll Do in the Role:
The Master Control Operator will be responsible for the following in addition to any other project as assigned by their manager, the Associate Director, IT & Engineering:
* Monitor and assure play-out and recording operations across multiple channels including audio and video signal quality for cablecasting and streaming media. * Manage schedules and file storage in the station automation system. * Execute operations in Master Control as directed by their supervisor. * Maintain appropriate communications with distribution partners, internal support staff, and internal content management staff. * Communicate as needed with live show community producers.
You’ll Bring these Skills and Strengths to the Role:
* Mission & Values Alignment: A passion for BRIC’s support of the arts in Brooklyn and a deep commitment to building community, igniting learning and making change through the arts and creativity. * Technical Experience & Qualifications: * 2 years in a video master control environment with a broadcast or cable system program automation system. * Demonstrable knowledge of television studio operations and production processes. * Demonstrable knowledge of Microsoft Windows OS including GUI navigation and file system management, and MS Office applications. * Demonstrable knowledge of standard video and audio test equipment * Ability to work under pressure with demonstrable problem-solving skills. * High school diploma * Knowledge of Crispin Automation a plus * Communication & Relationship Building: An emotionally intelligent, values- and results-driven team player who can collaborate across departments and at all levels of the organization. A highly skilled communicator and relationship builder. * Commitment to Equity & Inclusion: Brings experience operationalizing equity within this role.
Other Things to Know:
* Compensation: This is a NABET union position with an hourly rate of $22.25/hour. * Status and location: This is a part-time position, primarily weekends and holidays, day and evening until 1am. Occasional weekday work may be required. This role is based in our Brooklyn office. * Mission & Values: BRIC is committed to building Brooklyn's creative future. We advance opportunities for visual artists, performers, and media makers. We present bold work that reflects diverse audiences and speaks to the world. We ignite learning in people of all ages. We unite Brooklyn through art and creativity to build community and make change.
How to Apply:
All applicants must submit a resume together with a cover letter outlining the ways in which their skills and experience align with our specific needs via our online application portal found here on our website. Candidates of color and from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply.
BRIC is an Equal Opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, military and veteran status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot be used as a basis for an employment decision.
Compensation: This is a NABET union position with an hourly rate of $22.25/hour