Job Summary
The studio producer is responsible for the daily operations of Sophie?s Place, which is a dedicated music therapy clinic space at C.S. Mott Children?s Hospital. Sophie?s Place is supported nationally by the Forever Young Foundation. Daily operations management includes managing the Healing Notes recording studio, developing, editing, and creating patient/family audio and video recordings, pre-production, and closed-circuit patient broadcasting programs. Responsibilities include implementing and producing media content via closed-circuit channels and non-closed-circuit channels, operating the Healing Notes Foundation recording studio and all related equipment, and encouraging/facilitating participation from patients and families in all media programs.
Responsibilities*
- Generate new creative ideas for audio and video recordings, broadcasts, media projects, and assigned hospital-wide initiatives specific to Sophie?s Place, our music therapy recording studio.
- Generate in-person general programming in the studio to encourage attendance and participation and provide direct oversight to that programming.
- Demonstrate proficiency in working Ableton, Logic, ProTools, FinalCut, Adobe Premiere, etc.
- Able to work independently with these software systems and manage an archiving strategy, in addition to providing assistance to music therapy team during sessions with patients and families.
- Collaborate with Creative Arts Manager, music therapy team, Child & Family Life staff, and other hospital staff to develop and facilitate live and recorded broadcasts, including individual and group sessions with patients and families.
- Manage media production, including a primary focus on editing audio and video recordings as well as hosting shows, conducting guest interviews and performances, and creating show content.
- Demonstrate proficiency with programs like OBS and Wirecast and in ability to work live-stream studio equipment and produce shows.
- Manage and create media production in conjunction with patient and family centered-care philosophy and in collaboration with music therapy team and Creative Arts Manager.
- Work toward enriching patient experience and satisfaction through developing programs offered through Sophie?s Place in conjunction with the music therapy team and Creative Arts Manager.
- When appropriate, collaborate with the music therapists to involve patients and families in the audio or visual recording process producing efficient and quality recordings and debriefing sessions with music therapy staff.
- Demonstrate proficiency in recording equipment and production, software, and best practices, including but not limited to visual and audio set-up, lighting, and cameras; maintain all equipment in the studio.
- Develop, evaluate and manage studio budget alongside Creative Arts Manager for production and recording equipment and software.
- Troubleshoot audio/video problems within recording studio and broadcasting functionality.
- Facilitate patient and family participation in media programs and develop resources to inform patients, families and staff about music therapy studio programming, events and participating options.
- Assist with serving as initial point of contact for day-to-day operations of the studio.
- Collaborate with Creative Arts Manager to involve patients and families within the marketing and advocacy process for the music therapy studio program and events.
- Build relationships with companies, media personalities, non-profit organizations, etc. who wish to support our music therapy studio through technology, technology-based programing, and volunteerism.
- Maintain excellent working relationship with major studio donors in conjunction with Creative Arts Manager.
- Support a robust volunteer program to ensure efficiency of the studio function and programming, with an emphasis on audio and video recording support.
- Coordinate media/production internship program for music therapy studio and supervise learners.
- In conjunction with the Creative Arts Manager and music therapy team, train, support and oversee studio volunteers, students or interns, volunteer musician program and performances.
- Participate in supervision and team meetings to discuss process improvement related to studio and clinical care as led by the music therapy team.
- Identify areas for patient/family and staff education and interactivity.
- Analyze and track studio statistics, suggesting improvements as needed; provide reports as requested to Child & Family Life Director and Creative Arts Manager.
- Demonstrate understanding of the Michigan Medicine, Child and Family Life, and Sophie?s Place mission and strive to provide patient and family-centered care through initiatives and programming created in the studio.
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in a media/production, audio engineering, or related discipline/field.
Experience working with children and families in individual and group settings
Experience s working in a broadcasting/visual production/recording studio.
Skills You Have
Ability to complete all responsibilities and tasks assigned in an independent, efficient and organized manner.
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and work on multiple projects/programs.
Ability to adapt programs, equipment and materials to meet the unique needs of children and families in a pediatric hospital setting.
Ability to work collaboratively and in a positive manner with others.
Ability to train and support others.
Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
Desired Qualifications*
Experience working with children and families in a pediatric hospital setting with a broadcasting/recording studio, experience with visual production, and knowledge of infant, child and adolescent growth and development.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Work Schedule
Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday 10:00am - 6:30pm
Background Screening
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The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.