Reporters in the Field Coordinator

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Digital Natives – Reporters in the Field Project Manager - Job Description (10-20 hours/week)

Responsibilities

• Act as main point of contact for DN Reporters in the Field
• Manage the submission process for DN Reporters in the Field
• Maintain web presence for DN Reporters in the Field

Duties

• Analyze and determine response for Reporters in the Field requests, applications, and submissions
• Maintain relationships with mentors and producers throughout production process
• Review productions at beginning and final stages
• Maintain Contact Database
• Compress and upload media for the web
• Keep abreast of current media production and sharing technologies

Essential Skills/Qualities

• Must have some media production experience
• Must know web compression including working with different media formats such as Quick time, Windows Media, Real
• BA/BS degree or equivalent experience
• Has experience working with youth ages 12- 19
• Interest in, and ability to articulate the mission of The Berkman Center and the Digital Natives Project
• Highly organized and detail oriented with ability to work both individually and as a member of a team
• Creative energy; ability to handle multiple projects
• Excellent writing, communications and technical skills including MS Office suite; other database experience a plus