Audiovisual Media Specialist
Requisition Number:
67053
Location:
Boulder, Colorado
City
Boulder
State
Colorado
Employment Type:
University Staff
Schedule:
Full-Time
Posting Close Date:
14-Sep-2025
Date Posted:
29-Aug-2025
Job Summary
The Libraries at CU Boulder encourage applications for an Audiovisual Media Specialist Position! Under Digital Asset Management and Preservation Services (DAMPS), the Audiovisual Media Specialist works as part of the DAMPS Digital Media Services (DMS) team with the operation, maintenance, and development of a broad spectrum of audio, video, and film digitization and production technologies.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
Mission:
We are a knowledge catalyst. We fuel inquiry, discovery, collaboration, creation, and the dissemination of knowledge. We welcome everyone, wherever they are on their educational journey.
Vision:
An information-empowered world.
Values:
Empower | Connect | Learn | Inspire
Our values define our interactions within the Libraries and radiate outwardly. This means that we develop a culture that compassionately and authentically embodies our values in all aspects of our work.
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Audio Digitization and Preservation
- Conducts physical inspection, cleaning, and repairs on analog and digital audio formats (e.g. reel-to-reel, cassette, Digital Audio Tape, phonograph records)
- Operates audio playback and digitization hardware and software
- Digitizes and converts analog and digital audio for fee-based and collection-related media projects
- Identifies and troubleshoots issues related to physical items, playback equipment, and the digitization process
- Performs controlled baking of magnetic media to mitigate sticky shed syndrome according to best practices and safety standards
- Assists in updating audio digitization software, workflows, and signal paths to maintain high quality processes
- Performs post-production using professional audio editing software
- Performs quality control assessments
- Thoroughly logs digitization projects, including technical metadata and troubleshooting notes
- Applies and maintains knowledge of audio equipment and preservation standards (e.g. FADGI, IASA, AES)
- Builds and maintains relationships across campus and within the Libraries to facilitate and manage audio digitization projects
Video and Film Conversion, Digitization, and Production
- Conducts physical inspection, cleaning, and repairs on analog and digital video formats (e.g. VHS, Betacam, U-Matic) and film (e.g. 8mm, Super 8mm, 16mm)
- Operates video and film digitization hardware and software
- Digitizes and converts video and motion picture film for fee-based and collection-related projects
- Identifies and troubleshoots issues related to physical items, playback equipment, and the digitization process
- Performs post-production using professional video editing software
- Performs quality control assessments
- Thoroughly logs digitization projects, including technical metadata and troubleshooting notes
- Converts and uploads DVD and Blu-ray titles to campus educational streaming server, abiding by copyright and fair use guidelines approved by University Counsel
- Provides video production assistance as a co‐producer and camera operator for Libraries special events and projects
- Performs digital media asset management and supports digital preservation, archiving, and network transfer tasks, including upload of digital media files to short- and long-term digital storage solutions
DMS Lab Operations Support
- Provides compassionate customer service support via telephone, email, and Customer Service Management software (e.g. ServiceNow) to optimally handle patron expectations
- Assists with providing estimates for patron conversion and digitization projects
- Assists with the completion and updating of all media services order forms and logs as assigned
- Trains student assistants and interns on digitization and media conversion workflows
- Collaborates with the DMS staff to develop multimedia presentations, slideshows, and other promotional and outreach content and represents DMS and Libraries at public and campus events as needed
- Keeps current with guidelines on copyright and fair use relative to media content
Equipment Maintenance, Repair, and Inventory Assistance
- Assists with maintenance and repair of audiovisual media equipment in DMS by conducting in-house repairs and preventative maintenance
- Contributes to DMS’ in-house inventories of audiovisual and computer equipment and software as appropriate
- Supports research and evaluation of new audiovisual equipment purchases
Professional Development and Continuing Education Activities
- Maintains currency with standard processes and new developments
- Attends workshops, webinars, online courses, information sessions
- Uses online and other unstructured resources for self-education
What You Should Know
Primarily onsite with some opportunity for remote work at times.
What We Can Offer
The annual salary range for this full-time position is $49,000-$55,100. A small relocation assistance stipend may be available within University Libraries guidelines.
Benefits
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.
Be Statements
Be adventurous. Be inspired. Be Boulder.
What We Require
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of experience and education from an accredited institution in a field of study related to the work assignment
- One year of experience handling and operating analog and digital audio materials and equipment (e.g. reel to reel, cassette, phonograph records, Digital Audio Tape, CD)
What You Will Need
- Knowledge of analog and digital audio formats, signal paths, and playback equipment
- Basic familiarity with digitization and preservation guidelines and standards
- Motivation to sustain expertise across a variety of audiovisual formats
- Ability to collaborate in a small team setting
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Excellent organization skills
What We Would Like You to Have
- Two years of experience digitizing analog audio formats in an academic library, cultural heritage, or private business setting
- Experience with audio digitization and preservation standards, playback equipment, device interconnections, and troubleshooting and repair techniques
- Experience with audio recording and production
- Experience in video or film digitization and preservation
- Experience in training, mentoring, or instructing others
- Familiarity with fundamentals of digital storage (disk vs. tape, RAID levels, etc.) and computer networking
Special Instructions
To apply, please submit the following materials:
- A current resume
- A cover letter
We may request references at a later time.
Please apply by September 14, 2025 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Posting Contact Information
Posting Contact Name: Boulder Campus Human Resources
Posting Contact Email: Recruiting@colorado.edu