Breeze TV Floor Director IE at James Madison University

Working Title: Breeze TV Floor Director - IEState Role Title:Institutional Employment/Federal Work StudyPosition Type:Institutional EmploymentPosition Status: Part-TimeFLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for OvertimeCollege/Division: College of Arts and LettersDepartment: 900100 - Breeze PayrollPay Rate:OtherSpecify Range or Amount: per editionIs this a JMU only positionN/AIs this a grant-funded positionNoIs this a Conflict of Interest designated positionN/ABeginning Review Date:About JMU:Located in the heart of Virginias beautiful Shenandoah Valley the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington D.C. and Richmond VA. With a population of just over 53000 Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20000 undergraduate and 1900 graduate students with over 1000 full-time instructional faculty.General Information:The Breeze is hiring a Breeze TV Floor Director. The student selected for thisposition will help lead a broadcast news show that airs live.Position begins April 1 with training during the weeks immediately after springbreak. Must be able to be back on campus two weeks prior to the beginning of the fallsemester.Duties and Responsibilities:- Prepares the set including checking that mics and IFBs are ready for broadcast and assists with camera blocking and placement -Communicates with talent guests and the studio crew providing timing cues instructions and directions -Coordinates the movement of people and equipment in and out of the studio -Troubleshot technical issues such as audio and lighting and change batteries-Manages the audience and any others inside the studio not part of the crew including seating and cuing them - Anticipates potential issues and solves problems promptly -Documents the studios technical and scenic set-up for each production (main example being the election show).Qualifications:- Knowledge of what a newscast should look like- Ability to lead a team- Ability to work through stressful situations- Ability to adapt on a moments notice (either fix or work with mistakes during theshow)- Knows journalistic ethics- Knowledgeable enough to guide and teach new membersAdditional Posting Information:Conditions of Employment:Students must be degree-seeking students enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.EEO Statement:James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age color disability gender identity or expression genetic information national origin parental status political affiliation race religion sex sexual orientation or veteran status. We promote access inclusion and diversity for all students faculty staff constituents and programs believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality. Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: .Reasonable Accommodation:If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at or You may also visit the Office of Disability Services located in the Student Success Center Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.Required Experience:Director Key Skills Culinary Experience,Restaurant Experience,Succession Planning,Customer Service,Hospitality Experience,Guest Relations Experience,Management Experience,Serving Experience,Shift Management,Computer Literacy,Restaurant Management,Stocking Employment Type : Full Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1