Manager, Events and Production, Libraries

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment.

If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).

**Job Description**

The University of Nevada, Reno Libraries is recruiting for a Manager, Events and Production. This position is responsible for conducting needs assessments, coordinating necessary equipment and personnel, and producing live media elements for University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) events. The Manager, Events and Production meets with potential event clients, determines needs, creates action plans to fulfill needs, and makes decisions and judgments as to the best technology and methods to implement plans and produce events. The position is often the sole representative for troubleshooting problems at an event and thus must make decisions autonomously and quickly.  

The Manager, Events and Production determines appropriate technology, delivery modes, and production methodologies, decisions that have a significant impact on the success and effectiveness of events, including those involving the Offices of the President and Provost. They have a direct impact on the University’s image within the University community, with the alumni and donor base, various constituencies within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE), local and state community members, and constituencies within state and local government, all of whom are frequent participants in events held on campus. Likewise, the incumbent’s performance, decision-making, and handling of crises and high-pressure, impromptu situations reflect on the perception and credibility of the University Libraries. The position manages a team of professional and student staff and reports to the Director, Digital Media Technology. 

This role is expected to:  

* Consult with campus clients to assess an event’s media technology requirements
* Develop plans to fulfill various event needs, including procurement of equipment and additional staff, as well as system test-bedding and component evaluation
* Determine field and studio production equipment and personnel requirements by participating in preproduction meetings
* Coordinate and oversee the operation of production equipment in the field and in studios, including, but not limited to, audio recording equipment, video cameras, etc.
* Triage requests for maintenance, carry out routine maintenance and repair of the department’s equipment and furnishings, and coordinate with the campus Facilities Maintenance Services department for building maintenance
* Schedule and coordinate equipment and staffing
* Supervision of staff and students in the execution of campus events and field production

**Required Qualifications**

Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years of related professional work experience **OR**

Master's Degree and two (2) years of related work experience

**Related experience:** Event media technology coordination and support or related experience.

**Preferred Qualifications**

We recognize candidates may not have all the preferred qualifications—we encourage you to apply if you meet some or most of them.

* Experience working in higher education
* Experience working live streaming events
* Proficiency and hands-on experience in field/studio audio and video production setup, including live video switcher operation, video and audio signal routing, and multi-camera live event management **(Candidates will demonstrate these skills through a hands-on technical assessment during the interview process)**
* Knowledge of best practices for ADA compliance during live events
* Understanding of OSHA certification requirements for live events (current OSHA certification a plus!)
* Knowledge of Production Software (including but not limited to applications in the Adobe Creative Suite, video editing software and digital audio workstations)
* Knowledge of project management principles and experience coordinating projects across functional units and among many diverse entities.
* Experience providing verbal and written customer service to diverse clientele and stakeholders, conveying technical, creative, and professional support and solutions.
* Experience supervising production crews/employees
* Experience working with and supervising individuals who are highly diverse regarding many facets of identity, including but not limited to gender, ethnicity, nationality, sexual orientation, ability, income, level of educational attainment, and religion.

**Schedule**

* Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to meet event and programming needs.
* Occasional travel may be required to meet event and programming needs.

**Compensation Grade**

Administrative Faculty – C

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: [Salary Schedules](https://www.unr.edu/hr/compensation-evaluation/compensation/salary-schedules) and select Administrative Faculty by Grade. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

**Remarkable Retirement**

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University.   With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow!  All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

**Perks of Working at UNR**

* Health insurance options including dental and vision - [Health Insurance](https://www.unr.edu/bcn-nshe/benefits/insurance)
* Generous annual, sick leave, long term disability and life insurance – [Faculty Benefits](https://www.unr.edu/hr/benefits/leave-and-time-off/faculty)
* E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options.  [E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center](https://www.unr.edu/fitness/memberships)
* Reno is proud to be a University town! Many local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
* [Mountain EAP](http://www.mountaineap.com/) supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
* Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. [Faculty Senate](https://www.unr.edu/faculty-senate)
* No state income tax!

**Grants-in-Aid for Faculty Employees**

The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee’s spouse or domestic partner.  [Faculty Grants-in-Aid](https://www.unr.edu/hr/benefits/educational-benefits/faculty)

**Faculty Dual Career Assistance Program**

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples’ professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. [Dual Career Assistance Program](https://www.unr.edu/hr/jobs/dual-career-program)

**Department Information**

The University Libraries has been a cornerstone of the University since it was founded in 1874. Today it encompasses a blend of cutting-edge research facilities and services, including the state-of-the-art Mathewson-IGT Knowledge Center (main library), Special Collections and University Archives, DeLaMare Science and Engineering Library, Jon Bilbao Basque Library, and @One Digital Media and Technology Center. The University Libraries fulfills its mission to further intellectual inquiry and innovation; partner with students and faculty in the creation of new knowledge; and foster excellence in education through providing access to scholarly resources, active learning environments, contemporary technology, and knowledgeable assistance, all with an underlying core focus on [diversity and inclusion](https://library.unr.edu/edi).

**Contact Information**

Seach Chair – Daniel Fergus: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

Search Coordinator - Morgan Smith: [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])

**Exempt**

Yes

**Full-Time Equivalent**

100.0%

**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 the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]).

**Please attach the following documents to your application**

1) Resume/CV

2) Cover Letter

3) Contact Information for three professional references

**This posting is open until filled**

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search 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