Production Assistant/Researcher

Located in Hatfield, MA (near Northampton and Amherst)

• Full-time (Mon through Fri) onsite with flexibility 
• Annual salary range: $36,000 to $39,000

Monadnock, a museum media design and production firm, is hiring! 

We’re looking for a Production Assistant/Researcher with 1-3 years of relevant experience to join a creative team that designs, develops, and produces innovative and meaningful videos, immersive experiences, and digital interactive exhibits for museums and cultural centers. 

Responsibilities 

• Work closely with producers, creative director, and others to help determine the vision and goals of the productions
• Research content (online and library/archive-based research)
• Research stock images, footage, and audio
• Brainstorm storylines for interactives and linear video productions
• Assist in writing video and interactive treatments
• Help coordinate and assist on location and studio shoots 
• Provide production and post-production support
• Acquire and manage media assets (footage, images, audio)
• Organize media assets using a media asset management system
• Obtain licensing and clearances for stills, footage, music, etc. 

Skills Required 

• 1-3 years of relevant experience
• Experience with research in libraries and archives
• Ability to prioritize and multitask
• Excellent writing skills
• Good communication skills, including asking questions
• Strong organizational skills 
• Attention to detail and follow-through
• Familiarity with creating and maintaining spreadsheets
• Ability to work as part of a larger team 
• Ability to synthesize and organize group research

Desired but Not Required

• A working knowledge of editing software 
• A love of museums
• A sense of humor is always welcome!

Perks & Benefits

• Informal, dog-friendly work environment 
• Paid time off: Vacation, sick time, and 13 holidays (including your birthday!) 
• Health, dental, and vision with generous employer contribution towards costs
• Employer contribution to your 401(k)
• Flexible Savings Account
• Aflac - Voluntary insurance coverage
• Short Term Disability

If you'd enjoy being part of a dynamic and creative team in a mission-driven organization, please send a cover letter and resume to Roisin Quinn, ------------.

Monadnock takes seriously our responsibility to build an environment where all people are welcomed and feel secure. Diversity of thought and experience is critical to creativity and innovation, and a central part of our mission is to pursue projects that contribute to social and racial justice. We strongly encourage people from historically underrepresented communities to apply.

Monadnock Media, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit and an Equal Opportunity Employer.