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Senior Producer

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. Your cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline the related skills and experience you'd bring to the role. In your resume or cover letter, please include links to work samples, and detail on what role(s) you played in creating that content.

Job Summary

Michigan Media, an auxiliary multimedia production unit within the Office of the Vice President for Communications at the University of Michigan, is looking for a creative, proactive Producer to join our collaborative team.

Reporting to the Director of Michigan Media, you'll create high-quality video and multimedia projects- managing them from initial concept to final delivery- for organizations and initiatives across campus. We're looking for someone with outstanding technical skills, a collaborative spirit, and a passion for creating compelling visual stories.

If you enjoy working closely with clients, seeing creative projects through from start to finish, and handling new challenges, we'd love to meet you. You'll help capture, create, and share the stories that define the University of Michigan and support its goals.

Why Work at Michigan?

Excellent benefits are available. For details, seehttp://benefits.umich.edu/ (https://hr.umich.edu/benefits-wellness)

Responsibilities*

+ Be the primary client contact for assigned projects, managing them from pitch and proposal through to delivery

+ Collaborate with clients and team members to bring creative video concepts to life

+ Develop project estimates, timelines, outlines, and creative proposals

+ Oversee and perform all phases of production: planning, scripting, scheduling, filming, directing, editing, and post-production

+ Operate modern cinema cameras and professional video equipment; provide hands-on videography

+ Participate in live event productions, including live direction, videography, and real-time editing

+ Create a variety of content: social media videos, vertical and promotional pieces, recruitment features, training and informational videos, and more

+ Adapt to different roles within a flexible team to ensure the success of all of our projects

+ Incorporate client feedback and deliver polished final products with timelines in mind

+ Contribute to the goals and activities of the Office of the Vice President for Communications

+ Accommodate a variable work schedule, including early mornings, evenings, and occasional weekends

Required Qualifications*

+ You have 5+ years' professional experience filming and editing creative video content and managing creative projects from start to finish

+ You have advanced skills with Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc.)

+ You have experience operating modern cinema cameras and video production technology

+ You have experience communicating with clients and managing multiple media projects at a time

+ You're an effective storyteller, able to create content that captures authenticity and emotion

+ You can bring strong writing skills to scriptwriting, content proposals, and production planning.

+ You know how to address concerns, incorporate feedback from a variety of stakeholders, and keep projects moving forward.

+ You're comfortable working both independently and as part of a creative team.

+ You're used to managing deadlines and finding high-quality solutions to creative challenges.

+ You can move and set up A/V equipment, and transport it on or off campus (valid driver's license required)

+ You can provide work samples as part of this application process, clearly outlining your role on each project.

+ You are authorized to work in the United States.

Desired Qualifications*

+ Bachelor's degree in video, film, marketing, communications, or similar field

+ Experience estimating labor hours for video projects of varying size

+ Experience with live event video production and live editing

+ Experience developing social media content and familiarity with platform best practices

+ Familiarity with AI-based tools to enhance content production and workflow

+ Drone operation experience and Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate

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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

268586

Working Title

Senior Producer

Job Title

Broadcast Producer Senior

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Hybrid

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Vice Pres Communicat

Department

MI Photography & Media

Posting Begin/End Date

9/16/2025 - 10/07/2025

Salary

$70,000.00 - $75,000.00

Career Interest

Communications & Marketing