Working Title: JMU Libraries’ Media Production Assistant - IE

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: JMU Libraries

Department: 100114 – Libraries, Student Employment

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $12.91/hour

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Beginning Review Date: 04/28/2025

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, 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 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

General Information:

JMU Libraries’ Media Production and Makerspace Services (MPMS) in Rose Library is seeking a part-time student employee to support the production of instructional media for the JMU community, with a primary focus on video. Additional media formats may include photography, audio, graphics, and animation. The position involves participating in all phases of media development—pre-production, production, and post-production. The assistant may also supervise and assist Makery patrons with audio and video recordings, including both walk-ins and scheduled appointments. Ideal candidates will be experienced, creative, dependable, and hardworking, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to meet deadlines.

This role is open to students eligible for either Federal Work Study or Institutional Employment during the 2025–2026 academic year, with the possibility of continuation into the following year. Employment can begin in fall (August 2025). The assistant will be expected to use a range of software and equipment to produce high-quality instructional media.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The Libraries especially welcome applicants who contribute to the inclusive excellence of the campus community and who are committed to fostering equitable and inclusive environments for teaching, learning, research, and service. MPMS is dedicated to cultivating a welcoming space for everyone, encouraging dialogue, and celebrating diverse life experiences and perspectives. We support creativity and experimentation in pursuit of meaningful, innovative solutions that enhance our role as a core part of JMU’s academic infrastructure.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist MPMS staff in the pre-production, production and post-production of videos and other instructional media projects, both in-studio and on-location, using proper recording and editing
techniques.
• May supervise and assist Makery patrons with creation of audio and video recordings (scheduled and walk-in appointments)
• Utilize software and hardware that will aid in creating media related projects.
• May create graphics, animations and photographs for videos and other related media projects.
• Keep constant communication with supervisors on projects, keep an accurate account of all work, and keep work areas clean at all times.

Qualifications:

• Must have experience with one or more of the following applications and be willing to learn on the job:
Adobe Creative Cloud (Premiere, Media Encoder, After Effects, Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition, etc.)
Audacity/GarageBand, Final Cut Pro/iMovie, or other similar video, audio, and/or photography editing software.
• Prior experience with a basic understanding of videography or photography principles.
• Prior experience preferred with working with digital video and photography cameras.
• Must be able to schedule shifts between Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm and Friday 9am-4pm. Work will be performed in Rose Library.

Additional 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).

Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA.

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: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. 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.