Media Researcher Education - Toronto, Canada - TVO

Description

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Description

Position Title: Media Researcher-Education
Division: Digital Learning
Reports To: Manager, Content & Media Management
Salary Range: $48, $52,747.91

TVO Media Education Group is a social impact organization at the intersection of digital learning, journalism, and immersive storytelling. As creators of award winning content, w e are on a journey to build a more informed, knowledgeable, and educated Ontario. We are unapologetic about our purpose - everything we do is about inspiring learning that changes lives and enriches communities. That is our why.

A Culture of Inclusion and Belonging
At TVO we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring. We foster an environment where everyone is heard, feels valued and has an equal opportunity to reach their full potential. We are committed to learning, and we learn better together with a diverse team of employees that are respected, valued, and encouraged to bring their authentic selves to work every day. With this goal in mind, at TVO we celebrate individual differences, knowledge, self-expression, and talent. At TVO, we recognize the importance of using anti-oppression practices, both within our organization and in our content.

We encourage applications from those belonging to underrepresented groups as well as all other qualified candidates.

Who We Are

As part of an ambitious new strategic vision, is transforming itself and the digital learning and media landscapes. We know we are a better organization when we honour our commitments, when we thrive with diverse voices, when we value bold thinking, and embrace change. We understand and celebrate that we are better together.

We are proud to be named a Greater Toronto Top Employer of 2023, recognized for our work life balance, mental health supports, company culture and flexibility. This is a testament to the impactful work we do for Ontarians everyday. It is also a reflection of how quickly we have responded to employee feedback about how, when and where they want to work.

The Opportunity
The Media Researcher for Education is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and clearing rights for visual elements for TVO's Independent Learning Centre (ILC) programs/ module/ courses across all media platforms and according to business needs and set standards.

How you will make an impact

• Research, screen and evaluate the suitability of, and obtain multimedia, photographic and video material for programming, publications and promotional purposes as required by internal and external stakeholders

• Confer with internal clients about requirements, costs, and deadlines

• Negotiate rates with external agencies and clear rights for the use of video clips, images, and stills in adherence to production budgets

• Research and obtain copyright clearance for visual material and provide general guidance to staff on copyright law and related procedures

• Record copyright clearances for visual material and prepare required documents for approval

• Describe, maintain and index content in the Digital Asset Management System (DAM)

• Enter new and edit existing metadata consistently and in a timely manner based on user needs, TVO policies, and industry standards to support searches, promote accessibility, and content repurposing according to business objectives

• Conduct research to enhance content descriptors, captured as meta-data in the (DAM), for particularly rare and/or high profile content

• Assist (internal and external) stakeholders with searches and provide training and support to end users of the DAM

• Develop intimate familiarity with TVO's collection to facilitate searches

• Assist with special projects as required

What you will bring to TVO

• Demonstrated 3-4 years' experience in visual research and copyright clearance (i.e. stock footage/stills, multimedia, or print material) in a digital and/or print education environment preferred

• 2-3 years' experience working with cataloging material and creating metadata to support searches and accessibility

• Post-secondary education certification or 3+ years of experience in a related field

• Experience working with digital asset management system, and must be fluent with a wide variety of analog and digital formats

• Experience working in a media environment with a digital, file-based workflow

• Bilingual in written and spoken English and French

• Solid organizational and time management skills and experience working well under deadline pressure

• Solid research skills/strategies, detail-oriented and stickler for accuracy

• Strong analytical, problem solving, prioritizing and decision-making skills

• Proven negotiating skills and experience working diplomatically and with tact with all stakeholders, internal team and outside vendors

• Solid contributor to a positive and collaborative team environment with emphasis on adaptability/cooperation with peers and superiors

• Must be able to work independently, establish priorities, have excellent time management skills and work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines

• Self-motivated and proactive professional

• Must be high energy and a quick study, capable of working independently and cohesively as part of a team

• Skilled communicator with good listening skills, ability to follow direction, exceptional grasp of the English language and good writing skills

& YOU

We are a learning organization. It is at the core of everything we do, and each individual at invests deeply in our own learning while elevating each other's knowledge, whether through peer-to-peer learning, workshops or lunch and learns.

At , we roll up our sleeves every day, adapting to change, and working cross functionally with great teams and experts in their respective fields. Collaboration is the fuel of our organization and what enables our progress.

We would be thrilled to have you join us. We're a tight-knit community – whether you are a rookie or a seasoned veteran, you will get to meet, work with, and be supported by diverse colleagues at all levels. Maybe you'll even get to meet Polkaroo

Come build with us.

TVO Media Education Group is funded primarily by the Province of Ontario, and is a registered charity supported by thousands of sponsors and donors. Find and follow us on: YouTube (@TVO), Twitter (@TVO), Facebook (@TVO), and Instagram (@WeAreTVO).

We invite you to submit your application by May 15, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. Not sure you have everything we're asking for, but know you can make a big impact? Tell us your story and we will be happy to consider you.

To learn more about us and our culture, please visit us at .

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process (e.g., including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms). If you are seeking accommodations during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so that appropriate arrangements can be made by sending your request to