Summer Student Music Producer (WS-ST2)

Job Title:

Music for

Media Student Producer Classification:

Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer:

St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057 If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here:

Department Name:

MarCom Unit Number (5 digits): 16209

Length of Position:

See Employment Authorization Contact Person/Supervisor:

Director of Creative Services Wage Range:

$12.00-13.00/hour Description of the

Position:

(Purpose of the Position): This position works closely with the Marketing and Communications office at St. Olaf College to create original music and audio assets for institutional storytelling and media production. The student will collaborate with video producers and editors to develop music that reflects the artistic excellence and musical culture of St. Olaf. Responsibilities include composing music for video projects, building and organizing a departmental music library, and creating sound branding elements such as sonic logos and audio identities. This role provides hands-on experience in music production, creative collaboration, and storytelling through sound.

Transferable Skills:

Music composition and production for media Audio editing, mixing, and sound design Creative collaboration and storytelling Digital asset organization and management Professional communication and project workflow Brand development through sound and music Time management and independent work

Duties and Responsibilities:

Compose and produce original music for video, social media, and promotional projects Collaborate with video editors and producers to support storytelling and emotional tone Build and maintain an organized internal music library Create sound logos and audio branding elements for marketing initiatives Edit, mix, and prepare audio files for digital platforms)

Qualifications:

(Education/Experience/Skills) Students applying for this position should demonstrate strong musical ability and interest in music production, composition, or audio engineering. Experience with digital audio workstations is preferred. Candidates should be creative, detail-oriented, and comfortable collaborating within a team environment. Experience creating music for video, film, podcasts, games, or other media projects is beneficial. Applicants should be able to manage projects independently, meet deadlines, and apply feedback effectively. . This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.