Student Worker - Audiobook Producer, Brushfire Literature & Arts Journal

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Student Worker for The Brushfire Literature & Arts Journal. The Brushfire Literature & Arts Journal is a student-run organization at UNR that publishes two journals per year (one per semester). These journals showcase the artwork being made by students at UNR, and by artists at the local level. With each new edition, Brushfire produces printed, digital, and audio versions of the journal. All art reviewed and published by Brushfire is submitted through our website. 

The Audiobook Producer is responsible for creating, editing, and managing all audio-content featured on the Brushfire’s website.  At bottom, this means that: 1) the Audiobook Producer will record and edit readings of the latest editions of the journal and zine, and 2) they will conduct recorded interviews with students or local artists at least once each month. Occasionally, the Audiobook Producer will be asked to record and report on a major Brushfire event or performance, both to generate content for the website, and as a way to connect the public with Brushfire’s events and activities. But this will be carried out selectively and notice of such events will be given weeks in advance. Lastly, the Audiobook Producer will be required to attend staff meetings regularly but may opt-out if given permission by the Editor-in-Chief. 

It is of crucial importance that the Audiobook Producer: 1) maintains a basic yet solid understanding of how to record and edit audio-content, 2) displays excellent verbal and written communication skills, 3) shows skill in organizing meetings/ sticking to deadlines, and 4) shows strength and persistence in terms of collaborating and following up with peers or co-workers. 

Since much of the work the Audiobook Producer will do is collaborative in nature, they can count on the regular assistance of the Editor-in-Chief, the Web-Manager, and PR Manager when it comes to uploading audio-files, structuring interview questions, editing recordings, and contacting artists. They can also expect to work alongside volunteers. 

Responsibilities

• Smooth production of audiobooks every semester, meeting all deadlines (this includes recording and editing for both new and old editions of Brushfire). 

• Schedule and conduct recorded interviews with local artists at least once each month. 

• Attend, participate in, and record major activities at main events (e.g. live performances, workshop activities, review discussions). 

• Attend all weekly meetings and keep a personal weekly work agenda. 

• Communicate and work closely with Brushfire staff, local artists, web management, and volunteers to consistently create engaging audio content for website and social media. 

Required Qualifications

Applicants must be students at the University of Nevada, Reno. Maintain a 2.00 GPA and be enrolled in at least 15 credits per semester. Should have a basic yet solid understanding of how to record and edit audio-content. Should have strong interest in creative storytelling and be familiar with reading creative writing. Should have excellent communication skills (verbal and written) and feel comfortable conversing with new people on a range of topics. Should have good problem-solving skills and an innovative/creative perspective for editing and troubleshooting. Should work well under pressure and feel confident in meeting deadlines. Should have strong organization and time-management skills, particularly for scheduling interviews and gauging the timeframe for audiobook projects. Should have strong leadership skills and display a persistent, focused work ethic for following up and following through on projects. Should be familiar with the Brushfire Journal as a product, as well as what kind of content is generally produced by Brushfire as an organization. 

Schedule

8-10 approximate hours per week 

Compensation Grade

Student Employee Level 1

$11.00/per hour

Exempt

Full-Time Equivalent

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at [email protected] .

Attach the following attachment(s) to your application

Resume/CV – (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

Cover Letter – (required)

Two References - (optional) Include name, contact info, and relationship.

This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. Lists of eligible candidates will be established, and hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

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As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

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