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Director of Student Media and Media Operations

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Part-time, hourly staff position

POSITION SUMMARY:

[Specific appointment terms, workload expectations, and related policies are defined at the time of appointment.]

The Director of Student Media and Media Operations provides leadership for media production and content creation within the Communication and Media program, supports student-driven media for The Witmarsum and radio extension 96.1 WBWH, and maintains the digital infrastructure for the program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Provide leadership and support for student-driven media within the Communication and Media program
    • Advise and support The Witmarsum and student content creation.
    • Shape the content calendar with students and empower students to create and meet deadlines.
    • Hire, train, and supervise student workers and Witmarsum Production Studio assistants.
    • Develop skill-building workshops and opportunities for students across the Communication and Media program.
    • Work with Communication and Media faculty to shape and integrate curricular opportunities.
  • Lab Operations & Equipment Maintenance
    • Maintain and troubleshoot media production equipment, including cameras, audio recorders, and lighting kits.
    • Manage the Witmarsum Production Studio and maintain accurate inventory records.
    • Coordinate with IT staff to ensure software is current and hardware is operational.
  • Radio Station Management (96.1 FM The Wit)
    • Oversee the daily operations of the low-power FM radio station and streaming, ensuring 24/7 broadcast stability and local signal compliance.
    • Maintain compliance with FCC regulations, including official public files, EAS testing, and station licensing.
    • Coordinate with Bluffton personnel for occasional live broadcast

Occasional Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the PR office as needed
  • Other tasks as assigned by supervisor
  • C. Some Saturday commitments and occasional evening/weekend work
QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Convergent Media, or a related field; Master’s preferred
  • Experience: 3+ years in media production, broadcasting, or newsroom management.

Skill/Abilities:

  • Use of Microsoft office tools, experience with a course management system (Bluffton uses Moodle)

  • Proficiency with Adobe Premiere and Audition, radio automation software, and web content management systems (CMS) like WordPress

  • Regulatory Knowledge: deep understanding of FCC requirements for LPFM stations and media copyright laws

  • Proficiency with Associated Press Style Guidelines

  • Supervision experience

  • Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines

  • Commitment to collaboration, student development, the Society of Professional Journalists’ Code of Ethics, and public communication that serves the common good
DEADLINE:

Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until this position is filled.

APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Applications are considered complete when the following materials are received at the office indicated below:

Send application materials to:
Human resources
Bluffton University
1 University Drive
Bluffton, OH 45817-2104

hr@bluffton.edu

Employment decisions are based on merit and university needs, and not on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by law. As a religious institution, Bluffton University expressly reserves its rights to appoint faculty and staff who share a commitment to the Christian faith which is consistent with the Mennonite/Anabaptist beliefs of the university’s founding and supporting church. EOE.

Posted 07/21/26

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