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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Completed application materials must include the following: 1) Resume 2) Cover letter that in part addresses your access to a recording studio and/or your willingness/ability to travel to UWM to record in its studio 3) Link(s) to a demo reel or 2-3 video or audio recordings that feature your work as a voiceover artist [Other Document 1] and 4) Three references and their contact information.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meets any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Position Information

Position Information

Posting Number: T00098

Official Title: Communications Specialist

Working Title Voiceover Artist

Division Marketing, Communications, & University Relations

Position Type: Temporary

Posting Type Temporary

UWM Description

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ( UWM ) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Along with its main campus in Milwaukee, UWM has branch campuses in Waukesha and Washington County.

UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about-dei/

School/College/Division Description

The Division of Marketing, Communications & University Relations builds the UWM brand by sharing stories of student and faculty success. We also foster enrollment and retention, support University Advancement, and help campus units tell their stories. Learn more here:https://uwm.edu/marcomm/

Expected Duration/Hours: Duration and hours will vary based on campaigns/projects

Pay Basis Annual

Salary Grade

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary

This position is a voiceover artist/actor who provides the vocal talent for audio recordings and videos, focusing primarily on the production of audio and video advertisements. This position works closely with MarComm’s multimedia team, which produces audio and video ads promoting the university.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide Voiceover for Various Projects

• Deliver high-quality voiceover work for over a dozen audio and video projects annually.

• Record voiceovers for streaming audio and radio ads, including 30-second and 15-second spots, and other spot lengths as needed.

• Record voiceovers for streaming video and TV ads, including 30-second, 15-second, and 6-second spots.

• Voice UWM’s anthem video and other recruitment-related videos

• Re-recording and Adjustments

• Re-record voiceover spots as necessary to align with UWM’s creative specifications.

• Make adjustments in response to procedural, administrative, and other changes at the university.

• Meet Production Deadlines

• Complete all voice recordings promptly to meet production schedules and deadlines.

• Authentic Representation of UWM

• When required, speak authentically about UWM in advertisements, drawing from personal experience as a UWM alum.

• Quality Assurance

• Ensure all recordings are of professional quality, with clear, articulate, and engaging delivery.

• Collaboration

• Work closely with the Multimedia team to understand project requirements and deliver voiceovers that match the intended tone and style.

• Feedback Integration

• Incorporate feedback from the Director of Multimedia, directors, producers and other stakeholders to refine and perfect voice recordings.

Any work performed during employment with UWM shall be considered a “work for hire” as defined in U.S. Copyright laws and shall be owned by the Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System for the express benefit of UWM . In that event that such work does not qualify as a work for hire, the voiceover artist agrees to and does hereby assign to the Board of Regents all of rights title and interest in such work including but not limited to all copyright and other property rights. The voiceover artist agrees to execute any and all documents prepared by UWM and to do all other lawful acts as may be required by UWM to establish, document and protect such rights.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completed courses at UWM

• Experience as a voiceover artist or actor

• Have the ability to come to UWM to record in our studio or have access to a professional recording studio in the area where they live

  Preferred Qualifications

• Graduated from UWM in the past 15 years with an undergraduate or graduate degree

• Experience working in a collaborative team environment

• Demonstrated success as a voiceover artist

  Target Salary Range Salary will be determined by finalist's experience, training, education and equity-based factors, and be paid via lump sum payments after completion of each production

  Benefits and Total Rewards

This position is not eligible for PTO , employer sponsored health benefits, WRS , etc.

Application Instructions

Completed application materials must include the following: 1) Resume 2) Cover letter that in part addresses your access to a recording studio and/or your willingness/ability to travel to UWM to record in its studio 3) Link(s) to a demo reel or 2-3 video or audio recordings that feature your work as a voiceover artist [Other Document 1] and 4) Three references and their contact information.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether they meets any of the qualifications, they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.

Application Deadline 07/26/2024

Continuous (Open Until Filled)? No

If Continuous, Initial Review Date

Position Contact Name Zoe Carballido

Contact Phone 414-251-9294

Contact Email carball3@uwm.edu

Application Notes

For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices

AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC and Reference Check Policy

Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.

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Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Job Categories Media

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume

• Other Document 1

• References

  Optional Documents