Entertainment Media Production Studio Technician
About The Position
The Entertainment Media Production Studio Technician oversees and assists with studio setups, equipment maintenance, supply ordering, and related duties. The role includes preparing equipment for classes, maintaining media and equipment inventories, assisting students with class projects, and overseeing students working independently in the studios. It requires autonomy and self-motivation without constant direct supervision. The technician prepares equipment and sound gear for courses, troubleshoots problems, maintains inventory and storage, and initiates orders for equipment repairs, replacements, and consumables. The position also supports class documentation, keeps studio and field equipment in working order, attends meetings and training as requested, and communicates schedule issues, workload concerns, and operational problems to the Dean and Program Director.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree or higher.
- At least 2 years of work experience directly related to the specified duties and responsibilities.
- Skill in providing safe use of studio equipment and production gear.
- Ability to follow routine verbal or written instructions.
- Ability to forecast studio needs and resource consumption.
- Ability to identify and execute necessary tasks and troubleshoot problems independently.
- Strong time management and organizational skills to prioritize a complex workflow.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to set up, calibrate, operate, and maintain studio equipment, or willingness to learn.
- Knowledge of the music industry and sound engineering, or willingness to learn.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Communication, Music, Media Production, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Prepare equipment and set up for entertainment media production department courses.
- Prepare sound equipment for courses that require it.
- Troubleshoot problems and answer questions as they arise.
- Maintain inventories and ensure proper storage of media and equipment, including cables, microphones, cameras, and lenses.
- Initiate orders to repair or replace equipment and consumables by anticipating future demand.
- Assist in maintaining class-related documentation as needed.
- Ensure all studio and field equipment is maintained in good working order.
- Oversee studios when students are working independently on projects.
- Attend meetings and training as requested.
- Communicate regularly with the Dean and Program Director about schedule issues, workload concerns, and problems affecting the efficient operation of classes.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, life, and long- and short-term disability insurance
- FSA/HSA
- Wellness Incentive Program for employees enrolled in health coverage
- Educational assistance, including fee waiver, spouse/dependent discounts, and tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Longevity pay
- Retirement options, including State of Tennessee Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401K with up to $50/month match, 403b, and 457
- 14 paid holidays per year
- Annual leave, if applicable
- Sick leave
- Sick Leave Bank
- State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
