Administrative Assistant

Longmont Public Media, a nonprofit media makerspace and Longmont’s public access TV provider, is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to assist with administrative tasks and content management. Visit to learn more about Longmont Public Media.

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Status: Part-Time; 20 to 30 hrs a week. Flexible within operating hours.

Job Overview: As the Administrative Assistant & Content Manager for Longmont Public Media (LPM), you will be responsible for assisting with administrative tasks, welcoming people/members, and managing LPM’s content systems. Reports to the Executive Director.

What you’ll do:

• Weekly review of the City Agenda website to identify boards and commissions (B&Cs) scheduled for recording. Assign recording tasks to 1099 contractors accordingly.
• Coordinate contractor schedules for filming/recording City Council and Planning & Zoning (P&Z) meetings, ensuring tasks are completed by month-end for the following month.
• Transcribe board meetings and publish transcriptions as required.
• Edit videos as necessary for length and content.
• Welcome individuals to the facility and conduct tours as required.
• Oversee the equipment rental room and inventory, managing the check-in and check-out process, issuing reminders for return, and assessing late fees as necessary.
• Manage the LPM Membership software and 24/7 access systems.
• Manage studio reservations
• Add event listings on Facebook, the website, and other relevant platforms.
• Craft and schedule email newsletters using Mailchimp.
• Participate in the planning, input provision, and scheduling of Longmont Public Media’s programming on public access channels.
• Oversee the intake of content generated by LPM, LPM Members, and the wider community.
• Upload content to diverse platforms used by LPM, including YouTube, Vimeo, the website, Roku, broadcasting hardware, and social media.
• Schedule live streams on YouTube, Facebook, etc.
• Develop and implement a content strategy for distributing content across LPM’s distribution channels (e.g., social media, website, YouTube, Roku app, etc.).
• Review content created by LPM, LPM Members, and the broader community for quality and suitability.
• Procure equipment, beverages, and snacks as needed for the facility, staff, and members.
• Fulfill other responsibilities as delegated by the Executive Director.

What you need:

• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to stay calm in high pressure/stress situations; superior integrity in all situations.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Technical skills, ability to master a variety of applications, and a willingness to learn new systems.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
• A consistent record of thinking strategically, analyzing critically, and translating ideas and insights into action.
• Experience working with social media platforms, such as Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube; Ability to know what content makes sense on what platforms to distribute content effectively.
• Experience working with collaborative teams and independently.
• Comfortable learning new technologies and platforms and contributing to workflow improvements.
• Self-starter; we’re looking for scrappy and hard-working team members who can help us grow and make a larger impact to our community.
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• Good planning and time management skills
• High level verbal and written communications skills
• Experience with social media platforms
• Reports to the Executive Director.

Compensation:

$20 to $25 / Hour; up to 20 to 30 hours per week.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person