Audio Drama Post-Production Apprentice

Focus on the Family • Colorado Springs, CO

16h • $18 - $21

About The Position

The Post-Production Apprentice position exists to learn and develop the ability to post-produce the audio for original episodes of Adventures in Odyssey audio dramas. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Becomes immersed in the world of Adventures in Odyssey, learning the show’s history, characters, locations, and devices Assists in post-producing the audio for Adventures in Odyssey episodes Revises the audio for post- produced episodes as directed May attend recording sessions for the purpose of learning and facilitating the recording of episodes when requested by Executive Producer or Post-Production Director Other Duties/Responsibilities: Learns complete audio post-production process, from recording through mastering Reads scripts and learns how to provide helpful input Assists other audio engineers/sound designers as needed Performs other duties as assigned Managerial Breadth/Scope of Job: None Working Environment/Physical Requirements: Studio environment May be required to travel occasionally This role may require occasional travel including nights and weekends

Requirements

• Exemplifies Ephesians 5:1-2, “Therefore be imitators of God as dear children and walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and given Himself for us...”
• Pursues the Great Commission given by Jesus Christ in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.”
• Is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintains a courteous, Christ-like attitude in dealing with people within and outside of Focus; adheres to the Standard of Moral Conduct and Statement of Faith; upholds Focus on the Family's ministry in prayer
• Prays personally for Focus on the Family’s staff and constituents and may occasionally lead in a public prayer
• Engages in Christian ministry
• Demonstrates behaviors aligned with FOF core values
• Creative, detail-oriented, insightful, self-motivated, assertive, articulate, decisive, diplomatic, self-accountable, patient, flexible, approachable, demonstrates concern for long-term effectiveness, and fits in well with creative team
• Bachelor's Degree in Audio and/or Film Production with an emphasis in audio, or Communications
• Thorough knowledge of the Bible and Christian worldview
• Working knowledge of Adventures in Odyssey, FOF mission, philosophy, values, and objectives
• Advanced post-production skills; ability to produce to various styles and genres
• Ability to both think and produce creatively
• Ability to clearly articulate and to defend a position
• Ability to deal with stress due to deadline pressure
• Basic organizational skills
• Ability to apply imaginative approaches to others’ ideas
• Competent in use of Pro Tools as well as plug-ins and outboard gear
• Competent as a recording engineer in communicating production needs during session and running recording studio equipment
• Ability to work primarily alone

Nice To Haves

• 1 - 3 years of experience in audio post-production

Responsibilities

• Becomes immersed in the world of Adventures in Odyssey, learning the show’s history, characters, locations, and devices
• Assists in post-producing the audio for Adventures in Odyssey episodes
• Revises the audio for post- produced episodes as directed
• May attend recording sessions for the purpose of learning and facilitating the recording of episodes when requested by Executive Producer or Post-Production Director
• Learns complete audio post-production process, from recording through mastering
• Reads scripts and learns how to provide helpful input
• Assists other audio engineers/sound designers as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Norton LifeLock ID Theft Coverage
• Legal Shield/ID Shield Coverage
• AFLAC
• 403B Retirement Plan
• Vacation Time & Vacation Payout
• Sick Time
• Holidays
• Service Awards
• Community Service Days
• Bookstore Discount
• Fitness Center
• Medical Plan
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Warehouse Membership Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level