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THE OPPORTUNITY

The Scholastic AV team is seeking a part-time Audiovisual Temp to work 21-35 hours per week depending on departmental needs. This is a temporary, non-benefits-eligible position through May 31, 2027.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Scope of Responsibilities:

General duties include managing day to day operations in the conference center and event spaces at 130 Mercer Street, as well as assisting with the execution and management of virtual events and virtual audio and video recording sessions.

These duties include maintenance of AV equipment in conference rooms to support in-house meetings; setup and operation of lighting and camera equipment for video shoots; editing and managing post-production to deliver finished video and audio content for the web and live events; technical direction of live events in the Auditorium and event spaces including supervision of freelance technicians; and operation of all video, audio, and lighting equipment as necessary to support live events. The AV technician must be able to work unsupervised, and a certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Set up, troubleshoot, and operate audiovisual equipment for meetings and special events.

• Demonstrate ability to handle conflict, resolve problems and manage well in a dynamic, fast paced, result-driven environment.

• Video and audio editing and post-production with Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Audition and Pro Tools.

• Setup and operate audio, video, and lighting equipment for Auditorium.

• Setup and operate lighting, cameras, teleprompter, and microphones for video shoots.

• Setup recording equipment for audio recording sessions.

• Setup and execute photo shoots

• Ensure that furniture is configured properly for all special events. This includes tables, chairs, easels, podiums, etc.

• Schedule and help run virtual events and virtual recording sessions.

• Deliver edited content to the web for both internal and external viewing.

• Work with presenters and meeting coordinators to ensure that they understand and are comfortable working with the audiovisual equipment provided for their meetings.

• Assist in equipment inventory and regular preventative maintenance.

• Flexible schedule with some evening and weekend work required.

• Perform other related duties as required.

About Scholastic

For more than 100 years, Scholastic Corporation (NASDAQ: SCHL) has been meeting children where they are - at school, at home and in their communities - by creating quality content and experiences, all beginning with literacy. Scholastic delivers stories, characters, and learning moments that empower all kids to become lifelong readers and learners through bestselling children's books, literacy- and knowledge-building resources for schools including classroom magazines, and award-winning, entertaining children's media. As the world's largest publisher and distributor of children's books through school-based book clubs and book fairs, classroom libraries, school and public libraries, retail, and online, and with a global reach into more than 135 countries, Scholastic encourages the personal and intellectual growth of all children, while nurturing a lifelong relationship with reading, themselves, and the world around them. Learn more at www.scholastic.com.

Thank you for your consideration in choosing Scholastic.

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HOW YOU CAN FIT (Qualifications)

Required Competencies:

• Detail oriented - able to work unsupervised while maintaining communication with team members to anticipate and avert potential problems.

• Excellent customer service skills - must be able remain calm and diplomatic under pressure.

• Excellent telephone, written and verbal communication skills.

• Must have demonstrated problem solving ability and be proficient in setup, operation and troubleshooting of a wide variety of audiovisual equipment including, but not limited to:

  • Multimedia projectors

  • Laptops (Mac and PC)

  • ENG video camera systems

  • Digital photography

  • Video lighting equipment

  • Theatrical lighting equipment

  • Camera Control Units and video switchers

  • Audio mixing consoles

  • Lighting consoles

  • Teleprompters

  • Computer literate and comfortable with both Mac and PC systems.

  • Should have basic knowledge of non-linear editing systems for video and audio.

  • Should have basic knowledge of video compression and streaming software and standards.

  • Must be able to supervise and direct technical staff for complex live events.

  • Work with presenters and meeting coordinators to ensure that they understand and are comfortable working with the audiovisual equipment provided for their meetings.

  • Ability to perform basic office skills.

  • Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

  • 3-5 years' experience in a related position.

  • Bachelor's degree in a related technical field (video/audio production, technical theater, communications...) or equivalent experience in the field.

  • Background in a Corporate, Hotel, Broadcast or Educational setting helpful.

  • CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) certification helpful.

Specific Skills needed:

• Must be proficient in MacOS, MS Windows, MS Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Zoom, Teams, StreamYard, ZenCastr, Riverside.fm, and Adobe Creative Suite

• Must know basics of projection systems, including interfacing of computers, video playback devices, projectors, recording equipment, and switching/processing devices.

• Must be able to set up and operate PA systems unaided.

• Must be able to set up and operate video cameras.

• Must be able to learn specifics of in-house systems to perform responsibilities listed above.

• Should have basic knowledge of non-linear editing systems for video and audio.

• Should be proficient in theatrical stagecraft: including lighting, rigging and set construction.

Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam veteran. Those factors shall not influence the determination of qualifications for a job or other opportunity within the company. Further, all personnel actions (such as compensation, tuition aid, benefits, transfers, promotions, and dismissals, company-sponsored training, social and recreational programs) shall be administered without discrimination.

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