Laboratory Technician, Digital Media, Film/Television & Photography, Short-Term Hourly (Temporary)

Antelope Valley College • Lancaster, CA

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About The Position

Under the direction of the Dean of Arts & Humanities, monitor and maintain classroom/instructional labs, storage rooms and checkout. Assist students in the operation of industry standard equipment and software.

Requirements

• Any combination equivalent to: Two (2) years of college-level course work in digital media, film & television, photography or a related field, and two years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with problems and questions related to the purpose and operation of a wide variety of equipment and software in labs and classrooms pertaining to course assignments.
• Issue materials and equipment to students for use in laboratory assignments; receive and process equipment, lockers and materials loaned; maintain records.
• Prepare and mix developers, toners, and fixers and related photographic chemicals according to established safety practices and procedures.
• Store equipment and supplies; maintain storerooms and working areas in an orderly and clean condition.
• Maintain inventory records of supplies and equipment; prepare requisitions; request bids from vendors; receive and process supplies and equipment utilizing a computerized record system.
• Perform basic maintenance on photographic and computer equipment including minor repair and parts replacement.
• Create and maintain a copyright free image library of student work including video clips, animations and still images for student assignments.
• Develop and maintain a DM/FTV/Photography web presence that will showcase student work and announce opportunities and events.
• Train and provide work direction to student assistants.
• Assist students with basic computer skills and related software.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree