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Focus on the Family Temp Audio Production Specialist 2 in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Focus on the Family has nearly 700 employees who work to achieve the mission of enriching the lives of families, engaging the culture, advocating for life and spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The work is meaningful, the culture is rewarding, and the purpose is eternal.
The Audio Production Specialist II position exists to perform highly complex functions in recording and producing high quality audio for various elements of Focus on the Family. This position requires only general direction and seldom refers unusual or complex problems to supervisor.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Provides expertise during the production editing process and assists with training new staff members
Utilizes production skills to perform rough, time, and final editing of broadcast projects to predetermined length using Pro Tools Digital Audio Workstation
Mixes music and performs other techniques to improve sound quality (e.g., equalization, compression, matching new and old material seamlessly)
Ensures technical quality of broadcast projects
Reviews final versions of audio prior to distribution for content, audio quality, and any copyright or legal issues
Prepares each audio project for archival purposes for future use
Daily
Performs pre-production functions in preparation for voice track or wraparound sessions, including analyzing the material, editing time and content, and ensuring equalization
Responds to broadcast schedule replacements as required while maintaining broadcast quality and meeting distribution deadline
Edits the content of each broadcast to ensure the highest degree of content, flow, and global cultural sensitivity and relevancy
Ensures that no content is released without confirmation of reliability and all legal issues are settled in collaboration with the Daily Producer
Collaborates with Public Policy on Special State Only and C3/C4 versions to ensure law abidance
Serves as primary engineer for all recording sessions in the studio, including interviews, wraps, and voice tracks
Performs recording studio set-up and microphone placement
Performs technical support and engineering for special off-site audio recordings and actualities for various broadcast products
Coordinates the set-up, recording and tear down of interview tapings in the Focus on the Family Welcome Center Theater\
Edits each Daily Broadcast into several different versions (Commercial/Non-Commercial, Border, and Canada) including special state only versions and separate C3 and C4 versions as needed
Delivers final versions of broadcast to Satellite on time for distribution
Engineers and edits special projects for The Office of the Chairman as needed
Audio Journal Editor/Producer:
Researches potential topics for inclusion on Audio Journal
Creates, records, and produces creative teasers for Audio Journal
Serves as primary audio engineer for all recording session for Young Family Audio Journal
Loads and prepares audio for Focus on Your Child Audio Journal wraps and voice track recording
Composes voice track scripts for host and reporters
Composes questions for interviews of expert guests
Assists producers in coaching and developing voice talent
Edits and mixes audio material for Young Family Audio Journal
Coordinates with Producer to edit Audio Journal down to time
Records, edits, and distributes CD masters of all Focus on Your Child Audio Journal interviews
Assembles 4 versions, designed for different stages of adolescents, of Focus on Your Child Audio Journal f or distribution to Focus on Your Child Members
Meets all deadlines to deliver audio program to Producer in both CD and MP3 format
Weekend Editor/Producer:
Researches potential topics for inclusion on Weekend Magazine
Creates, records, and produces creative teasers for Weekend Magazine
Loads and prepares all audio needed for Weekend Magazine studio recording
Composes voice track scripts for host and reporters
Composes questions for interviews of expert guests
Records and edits Weekend Magazine interviews and voice tracks
Assists producers in coaching and developing voice talent
Coordinates and records off-site interviews and actualities for Weekend Magazine
Coordinates with Briargate Media for all spot assignments within Weekend Magazine
Assembles Weekend Magazine to predetermined length
Masters CDs of Weekend Magazine for reference
Produces special holiday versions of Weekend Magazine
Uses Master CD to create 2 versions of Weekend Magazine (Commercial/Non-Commercial and Canada versions)
Re-edits the master for a secular version of Weekend Magazine according the boundaries put forth for those specific radio stations
Reviews final versions of Weekend Magazine prior to airing for content, audio quality, and any copyright or legal issues
Delivers final versions of broadcast to Satellite on time for distribution
Other Duties/Responsibilities:
Performs other duties, including but not limited to duties as assigned, some of which may include the development and creation of a variety of copyrightable works (e.g., print, photography, film, music, visual arts, etc.) for distribution in any and all media and formats (such as television, radio, internet, wireless, DVD, satellite and digital) on a world-wide basis, all of which shall be for the benefit of Focus on the Family.
May perform voice work in audio and audio/visual works, as needed, which may include, hosting, interviews, performing a role, etc.
Edits and produces other audio projects as needed
May write scripts, produce voice tracks (with teasers, offers, and program notes), and/or perform other creative functions
May review final version to broadcast prior to airing/release
Engineers KYDS Radio recording sessions as needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job:
May oversee production of short features; i.e., Focus on the Family Minute
Working Environment/Physical Requirements:
Occasional to frequent exposure to noise, dust, fumes, etc.
Well developed sense of hearing for entire audio spectrum frequency
JOB QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Character/Spiritual:
Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”
Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct (http://media.focusonthefamily.com/fotf/pdf/about-us/human-resources/moral-policy.pdf) and Statement of Faith (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values) ; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer
Engages in Christian ministry
Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values (http://www.focusonthefamily.com/about/foundational-values#values)
Personal Characteristics:
Detail-oriented, thorough, flexible, articulate, logical, decisive, self-motivated, diplomatic, sensitive, considerate
Knowledge/Experience:
Associate’s Degree in Broadcasting, Communications, or equivalent broadcast trade school certification
6 + years experience in a combination of sound engineering, audio editing, and broadcast programming
In-depth knowledge of FOF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives
Skills, Abilities, and Special Talents/Gifts:
Ability to operate sophisticated audio recording/editing equipment
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Ability to listen and process
Ability to work independently
Strong organizational skills
Competent in use of computer software and hardware
Ability to conduct interviews
Ability to use judgment to solve complex problems within the limits of standard policy and practice
Pay Range: $26.00 to $30.00/hr
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV
Application Materials Instructions: Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting. To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
Focus on the Family puts a high value on our team members and offers a unique benefit package.
Employees scheduled for 20 hours or more per week are eligible for:
Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage
Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage
AFLAC
403B Retirement Plan
Vacation Time & Vacation Payout
Sick Time
Holidays
Service Awards
Community Service Days
Bookstore Discount
Fitness Center
Employees scheduled for 30 hours or more per week are eligible for all the above and:
Medical Plan
Dental Plan
Vision Plan
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Tuition Reimbursement
Warehouse Membership Reimbursement
Note : This is a summary and should not be construed as future promises to continue to provide benefits as outlined above. For complete and definitive language, refer to the governing plan documents.
*Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits, except for:
Sick Time
Bookstore Discount
Fitness Center
Tentative Search Timeline:
Priority will be given to applications submitted by October11th, 2024. However, this posting will remain open until filled.
The potential employee start date is October14th, 2024.
Posting date: September 13th, 2024
Unposting date: ongoing until filled
Posting contact email: job@fotf.org
Helping Families Thrive in Christ! Focus on the Family is a 501c3 Christian Non-Profit Ministry.
Job Details
Pay Type Hourly
