Media Manager

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
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• Review information and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
• In the “My Experience” section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.

Note: If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Programming Director, the Media Manager manages NJ PBS's media asset management (MAM) system and digital archive, ensuring all broadcast, digital, and archival content is properly ingested, cataloged, stored, and retrieved. The Media Manager serves as the technical and operational hub for all media assets across production and distribution workflows.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administer and maintain the NJ PBS media asset management (MAM) system.

• Oversee ingest of all content from field, studio, and partner organizations. 

• Manage storage infrastructure including nearline and archive tiers.

• Develop and enforce media retention and deletion policies.

• Fulfill internal media requests from producers, editors, and news staff.

• Coordinate with PBS National on content delivery technical requirements.

• Manage external media requests for licensing of NJ PBS archive content.

• Coordinate with IT and engineering on storage capacity planning and system updates.

• Ensure proper format compliance for broadcast delivery, streaming, and archiving.

• Manage digitization projects for legacy or archival content.

• Train production and newsroom staff on MAM system procedures.

• Support rights tracking for content in the MAM system.

• Develop and enforce metadata standards and cataloging protocols.

• Adhere to NJ PBS editorial standards and public media ethics guidelines.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.
   

QUALIFICATIONS: 

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in information technology, communications, broadcasting or a related field.

• Three years of professional experience managing media asset management (MAM) or digital asset management (DAM) systems.

• Proficiency with broadcast file formats and technical delivery specifications for broadcast and streaming

PREFERRED:

• Experience with specific MAM platforms (Dalet, Avid Interplay, or equivalent) in a broadcast or production environment.

• Knowledge of archival standards and digital preservation practices.

• Experience at a public media or broadcast television organization.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/   

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions. 

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Contact Information:

For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email [email protected].

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at 
www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

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Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.  The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/