American Association ofUniversity Professors

Department of ExternalRelations

Media Production Manager –Remote

The American Association of University Professors (AAUP),the fast-growing union of higher education workers, invites applications for aMedia Production Manager. AAUP represents academic workers at colleges anduniversities nationwide. We are uniting and mobilizing faculty, staff, andstudents in order to advance a transformative vision for higher education. TheMedia Production Manager will play a key communications role at a pivotalmoment in the higher education labor movement.

The Media Production Manager will manage and produce avariety of digital media initiatives for AAUP and its Center for the Defense ofAcademic Freedom (CDAF), with a primary focus on the development and schedulingof video and podcast content, coordinating with contributors, staffing onlineevents, editing video and audio content, and meeting engagement goals. Projectsinclude managing webinars, CDAF’s Academic Freedom on the Line podcast episodesand Substack, the AAUP TV livestream, and content for AAUP’s YouTube channel,social media, and Zoom events. Producing polished, engaging video for a varietyof platforms is a key component of the job. The ideal candidate will strengthenAAUP’s public presence by elevating and accelerating our media profile.

The Media Production Manager will report to the Directorof External Relations and collaborate with numerous AAUP and CDAF staff,contractors, fellows, and member leaders.

This is a one-year Special Appointment position in theDepartment of External Relations covered by the AAUP-United Staff of AAUPcollective bargaining agreement. Renewal of the position for a second year ispossible, dependent on funding. Special Appointment positions are short-termappointments (not to exceed two years) for the purpose of fulfilling clearlydefined, temporary projects, including but not limited to organizingassignments, pilot programs, and grant-funded projects.

The AAUP is committed to a diverse workforce and strivesto achieve a workplace environment respectful of the many cultures of our ownemployees and the higher education workers we represent, including asignificant number of African-American, Asian-American/Pacific Islander, andLatinx employees, as well as LGBTQl-identified employees, and those who haveimmigrated from various countries. The AAUP values the benefits that diversitybrings to the faculty profession and the labor movement. We seek applicantswhose experience and perspective will contribute to strong representation ofour diverse members.

Duties and Responsibilities

The position will include the following responsibilities:

• Manage the development and distribution of AAUP media,including work flows involving multiple stakeholders with consultative andapproval authority.

• Develop and release content.

• Support AAUP and CDAF project leads.

• Improve efficiency and pace of media production.

• Develop and implement promotion strategies that increaseaudience engagement.

• Produce engaging clips for social media.

• Record, edit, format, and distribute video and audiocontent.

• Produce informational video content to promote AAUPpublications and other materials.

• Guide the production of virtual programming.

• Maintain production calendars for multiple projectssimultaneously, coordinating recording and publication schedules and meetingdeadlines.

• Work with graphic design contractors to ensure a coherentand impactful visual identity.

• Edit, review, and revise content to ensure highproduction quality.

• Perform editorial tasks that are necessary for launch,release, or publication of multiple projects.

• Monitor audience feedback, comments, and replies.

• Identify growth opportunities and content trends.

• Facilitate between staff, contributors, and electedleadership.

• Track performance and engagement metrics.

• Ensure accessibility of all published content.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience managing end-to-end productionworkflows for digital media, including audio and written content.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability tomanage multiple deadlines, contributors, and production stages simultaneously.

• Sound editorial judgment, including the ability to editfor clarity, coherence, tone, and audience.

• Working knowledge of podcast production processes,including recording, editing workflows, publishing, and distribution.

• Familiarity with email newsletter or publishing platforms(e.g., Substack or comparable tools), including scheduling, formatting, andaudience management.

• Strong written communication skills, including theability to draft and edit copy such as show notes, headlines, summaries, andpromotional text.

• Ability to manage external contributors or vendors,including designers, editors, audio engineers, or writers.

• Attention to detail and commitment to production quality,consistency, and reliability.

• Ability to work independently while coordinating closelywith internal stakeholders.

• Comfort working in fast-paced, deadline-drivenenvironments.

• Strong video editing and production skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing or producing a regular podcast with aconsistent publishing schedule.

• Experience editing or managing editorial content for anewsletter, blog, or publication with a defined voice or audience.

• Familiarity with podcast hosting platforms, analyticstools, and performance metrics.

• Experience developing or supporting audience growthstrategies across platforms.

• Experience working with freelance contributors andmanaging production budgets.

• Knowledge of accessibility best practices, includingtranscripts and captions.

• Experience working in a labor union or similarmission-driven organization.

• Familiarity with legal review processes for publishedcontent.

• Experience coordinating content approvals inorganizations with multiple stakeholders.

• Experience with technical tools and production software,such as:

  • Restream (live streaming)

  • Riverside (podcast, webinars, and video production)

  • Canva (still and video image design)

  • Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro  (video editing)

  • Zoom (webinars)

  • CineSend (streaming video)

This job description is not designedor intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties,or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Activities, duties, andresponsibilities may change, or new ones may be assigned during the course ofemployment.

Compensation 

Salary range: $72,610.10 - $85,074.31. AAUP offers agenerous benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance;paid sick days; paid vacations days; and 401(K).

Position Classification

This special appointment full-time Associate position isincluded in the staff bargaining unit. This is an exempt position and is noteligible for overtime pay.

Work Location

This position is remote and does not require relocation.However, the Media Production Manager will travel to in-person work sites toproduce audio and visual content, sometimes on short notice.

To Apply

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, andinclude the names and contact information of three references; all applicationmaterial are required. No phone calls or recruiters please. Review ofapplications will begin immediately. Full consideration of applications will begiven to applications submitted by June 28, 2026. If necessary, applicationssubmitted after June 28, 2026 may be considered on a rolling basis until July13, 2026.

The AAUP is an equal opportunity employer and does notdiscriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability, race, color, religion,national origin, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexualorientation, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information,matriculation, political affiliation, homelessness, or other characteristicsunrelated to professional performance. (EEO Know Your Rights | Family Medical Leave Act).

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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