Podcast Student Technician

Are you interested in podcasting and audio production? This position offers hands-on experience in a professional studio environment where you’ll develop skills in recording, editing, and publishing podcasts. Work in a creative and flexible setting while learning industry-standard tools and techniques.

Supervisors Name & Title	Shawna Elsberry, Director of Career Services
Student Job Title	Podcast Student Technician
Department	Career Services
Position Funding	Federal Work Study-funded position
Number of Student Positions	1
Job Category	Student employee
Wage & Job Level	$14.70; Level 3
Job Location	On-campus, in-person
Job Duration	Academic Year (Fall through Spring Terms), Not expected to work during enrollment breaks.
Type of work schedule	Flexible within the podcast studio schedule, primarily Monday–Thursday, 8 AM – 2 PM
Estimated numbers of hours per week	3 to 6 hours per week
Experiential Learning:	As a Podcast Student Technician, you will gain hands-on experience in the technical aspects of podcast production. You will learn how to operate professional audio equipment, manage a recording environment, and apply editing techniques to enhance sound quality. This role will provide direct exposure to industry standard software, including Logic Pro X, and workflows used in podcast creation and distribution. Additionally, you will develop skills in content organization, metadata management, and digital file storage while ensuring that podcast episodes are properly formatted and published. Through this role, you will also build problem-solving skills as you troubleshoot technical issues that arise during recording and post-production. Your work will contribute to Career Talk, a podcast designed to help students explore career-related topics, giving you the opportunity to apply creativity while working in a structured production setting.
Professional Development:	EOU student employees have an opportunity to engage in professional development and training as a part of the job.  Supervisors support the attainment of professional development by either providing internal department-specific training and/or time reassigned from normally scheduled duties to participate in University-wide training opportunities including appropriate virtual community training opportunities. Specific training/professional development opportunities: – Logic Pro X podcast recording and editing software training. – Paid time to learn Spotify hosting software. – Career exploration activities via Career Services. – EO Career Expo Career-Ready & Work-Search Clinics First Wednesday in April. – Resume Review with Career Services and/or WorkSource Oregon
Summary of Job Duties/Responsibilities/Essential Functions:	– Set up & maintain the podcast studio (arrange furniture, keep space organized). – Operate and oversee audio equipment during recording sessions. – Use industry-standard software for recording and editing content. – Assist podcast hosts & guests to ensure smooth recordings. – Troubleshoot technical issues with audio and equipment. – Edit and publish podcast episodes, adding intros, outros, and metadata. – Upload episodes to hosting platforms and manage distribution. – Maintain a digital archive of past episodes and monitor listener engagement. – Research social media integration for podcast promotion.
Minimum Qualifications:	– Currently enrolled at EOU with at least 6 credits (undergraduate) or 9 credits (graduate). – In good academic standing (GPA 2.0 or higher). – Pass a background check pending employment offer. – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. – Strong focus, dependability, and commitment to completing projects.
Preferred Qualifications:	– Experience with audio equipment and/or software. – Familiarity with podcast hosting platforms (e.g., Spotify).
Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:	– Knowledge of audio editing software (e.g., Logic Pro X). – Attention to detail and ability to follow structured processes. – Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot technical issues. – Strong communication skills to assist podcast hosts and guests. – Discipline and commitment to completing projects on time.
Required Application Material:	Resume, Cover Letter
Send Application Materials To:	Shawna Elsberry, selsberry@eou.edu
Job Opening Date:	01/31/2025
Job Closing Date:	Open Until Filled
First Day of Application Review:	02/28/2025
Estimated Start Date:	03/10/2025
Special Message	Eastern Oregon University is an EEO Employer and welcome applications from women, members of historically underrepresented minority groups, US Veterans, and persons with disabilities. EOU is committed to providing equal opportunity in its recruitment, admissions, educational programs, activities and employment without illegal discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, race, marital status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any status as protected by state or federal law.
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