Senior Studio Technician

At 2U, we are all in on purpose. We are motivated by our mission – to eliminate the back row in education – and connected by our shared passion to deliver world-class digital education at scale. As the parent company of edX, the world’s leading online learning platform, 2U powers more than 4,000 online higher education offerings – from free courses to full degrees. Together with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporate partners, we are helping to unlock human potential.

What We’re Looking For:

The main purpose of this position is the creation of engaging and skills-imparting video content with a focus on quality, efficiency and innovation. This is achieved by providing support related to studio technical operations to produce videos to the highest standard as well as supporting on high priority projects. The production of videos includes the planning, setup, filming, and maintenance of studio spaces for in-studio recordings. The Sr. technician is a subject matter expert in the production field and is responsible for training other technicians on the team.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Technical Operations:
• Operations of prompters for live and recorded programing.
• Video control room operations.
• Operation of studio and robotic cameras (cinema, ENG, Jib).
• Manage Studio floor for live and recorded programming.
• Operate video switchers.
• Operate audio consoles.
• Knowledge of patch panels.
• Set up of Stand alone and grid lighting.
• Training/Coaching:
• Responsible for training internal 2U staff and external vendors on related 2U technical processes utilized in the production of assets, to include filming/recording, audio, and lighting equipment.
• Develop expertise on all aspects of 2U’s studio production environment including deployment of equipment and on location set ups.
• Develop and maintain training materials including user-guides, documentation, screen share recordings, etc. for user groups.
• Communicate rollouts of new video  production tools and resources to user groups.
• Coordinating the live/recording and switching of productions with multiple sources including cameras, playbacks and feeds:
• Works with producers and supervisors to develop specific ideas on how to best present subject matter experts.
• Monitors recordings for format and technical quality to ensure proper timing and pacing.
• Facilitates planning, filming logistics and bookings with service providers. This includes sourcing, invoicing and equipment procurement relating to filming. 
• Experience in Live Streaming and Encoding software/hardware.
• Miscellaneous duties as needed, including equipment maintenance coordination and tracking, and  preparation of studio spaces.

Things That Should Be In Your Background:

• Relevant experience in television production and workflows.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrable endorsement and respect from colleagues/teachers/mentors.
• Ability to operate video and lighting equipment.
• Track record of initiative taken in previous work/position and evidence of positive impact.
• 5+ years work experience.
• Preferred, though not required, a degree in a media-related course of study.
• Working Conditions: This role typically works 9:00 AM-5:00 PM with breaks throughout the day. Occasional travel or work outside of these hours may be needed. This role requires on-site presence at  2U HQ.
• Physical Requirements: Lifting of mildly heavy camera equipment, and standing for extended periods of time during in-person filming (where applicable).

This fully on-site position is open to those who live in the Washington-Baltimore metropolitan area and who are available to come into our Headquarters in Lanham, MD five days a week.

Benefits & Culture

Our global employee base is a diverse collection of innovators, dreamers, and doers working together to transform lives through higher education. We believe that every employee can advance our shared purpose, and that life at 2U should be fun and meaningful. If you’re excited by the opportunity to provide over 40 million learners and counting with access to world-class online higher education, then join us – and do work that makes a difference. #NoBackRow

We offer comprehensive benefits (unique per country) and excellent work/life balance.
Full-time, U.S.benefits include: 

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life insurance, disability, and 401(k) employer match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Free snacks and drinks in-office
• Generous paid holidays and leave policies, including unlimited PTO
• Additional time off benefits include: volunteer days, parental leave, and a company-wide winter break

2U Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At 2U, we are committed to building and sustaining a culture of belonging, respect, and inclusion. We are proud of the steps we’ve taken to bring together an employee base that embodies diverse walks of life, ideas, genders, ages, races, cultures, sexual orientations, abilities and other unique qualities. We strive to offer a workplace where every employee feels empowered by what makes us different, as well as by how we are alike. 

2U is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodations, please reach out to us at: [email protected]. 

About 2U Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU)

For more than a decade, 2U, Inc. has been the digital transformation partner of choice to great non-profit colleges and universities delivering high-quality online education at scale. As the parent company of edX, a leading global online learning platform, 2U provides over 45 million learners with access to world-class education in partnership with more than 230 colleges, universities, and corporations. Our people and technology are powering more than 4,000 digital education offerings — from free courses to full degrees — and helping unlock human potential. To learn more: visit 2U.com.

About edX

edX is the education movement for restless learners and a leading global online learning platform from 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU). Together with the majority of the world’s top-ranked universities and industry-leading companies, we bring our community of over 45 million learners world-class education to support them at every stage of their lives and careers, from free courses to full degrees. And we're not stopping there — we're relentlessly pursuing our vision of a world where every learner can access education to unlock their potential, without the barriers of cost or location. Learn more at edX.org.

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The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

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