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SANS Institute Sound and Video Content Manager (Remote) in Lansing, Michigan
About SANS
SANS Institute (SANS) was established in 1989 as a cooperative research and education organization. In the next 25 years it grew to become the most trusted and, by far, the largest source for information security training and security certification in the world reaching more than 300,000 security professionals around the world today, with around 60,000 having been granted Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) security certifications – the leading certification that provides assurance to employers that their people and prospective hires can actually do the job. At the heart of SANS are the many security practitioners – from auditors and network administrators to chief information security officers, all sharing the lessons they learn and jointly finding solutions to the challenges they face – in varied global organizations from corporations to universities working together to help the entire information security community.
Join the SANS Team
At SANS, our culture is defined by Mission, Brand, People. Our goal is to hire people who understand the importance of continuing to fight against the cyber security threats (Mission) while delivering the highest quality training (Brand) to our students. We want employees whose personal values align well with our culture of fairness, honesty, customer focus, and pragmatic approach (People).
Summary of Position
We are seeking an experienced Sound and Video Content Manager to join our team. This senior-level position is ideal for someone who enjoys detail-oriented tasks and is committed to producing exceptional audio and video content. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sound engineering, experience with video production, and the patience and attention to detail required to manage intricate projects from conception to completion.
Key Responsibilities
Work with a team of instructional designers, animators, illustrators, linguists, and other professionals to create high-quality, impactful security awareness training videos and end user engagement materials.
Manage sound and video production processes, reviewing projects at appropriate checkpoints to ensure production deadlines are met.
Maintain and update a comprehensive catalog of audio, video, and text content, utilizing file-sharing software and spreadsheets for systematic organization.
Generate and refine synthetic voiceover audio using Text-to-Speech (TTS) technology, ensuring clarity and naturalness in output.
Edit and process audio assets to achieve seamless transitions and optimal sound quality for various training videos.
Develop and implement sound designs for training videos, creating engaging and contextually appropriate audio landscapes.
Master audio recordings across multiple languages, ensuring consistency and high-quality production standards.
Develop animatics to conceptualize content for internal and external reviews.
Provide expert guidance and training to team members on advanced audio editing techniques and sound design principles.
Ensure compliance with established production processes, including version control and file naming/storage standards.
Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Sound Design, or related field, or similar work experience.
At least 6 years of experience in audio engineering or video production.
Skilled in using Mac and Windows OS, Microsoft Office 365, Adobe Creative Suite, Smartsheet, Slack, and Dropbox.
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality.
Organized and able to manage multiple projects at once.
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Self-motivated and eager to learn.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree.
Familiarity with ElevenLabs and other Text-to-Speech (TTS) technology platforms.
Experience developing training for delivery on Learning Management Systems.
Experience working in a diverse, remote work environment.
Familiarity with information security concepts and terminology.
Reporting Relationships
This position reports to the Creative Director of Security Awareness.
This role does not have direct reports but involves collaborative project work.
Work Environment
Remote work environment with occasional travel for required meetings up to 10%
Equal Opportunity Employer :
SANS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact SANS Human Resources.
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The base salary range for this position is between $70,000 and $75,000. Base salary ranges may vary by geographic location and relevant experience, education, certifications, and years of experience. There is no guarantee an offer will be at the top of the posted range based on the salary analysis.
In addition, SANS provides the following benefits:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Short-Term Disability
401(k) with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Life Insurance and AD&D
Paid Time Off
Company Paid Holidays
Volunteer Paid Time Off
Department
Digital
Employment Type
US Employee | Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Experienced
Compensation
$70-75k