Instructional Multimedia Technician - Student Employment

Instructional Multimedia Technician - Student Employment

Salary

$17.05 Hourly

Location

3700 W. 103rd Street, Chicago, IL

Job Type

Student Employment - FWS Required

Job Number

01641

Department

Center for Instructional Design SE

Opening Date

08/24/2026

Summary

The Instructional Multimedia Technician will work closely with Instructional Multimedia Specialist to produce engaging, video-based learning content as part of online, hybrid, or training course development. This position will work closely with the instructional design team, maintaining an adaptable yet accountable media production workflow, and providing course media support as needed.

This student employment opportunity supports the development of skills aligned with the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Readiness Competencies. Through this role, students will strengthen the following competencies:

• Communication: Students build communication skills by practicing clear, respectful, and professional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication in a workplace setting.

• Critical Thinking: Students build critical thinking skills by applying judgment, solving problems, prioritizing tasks, maintaining accuracy, and using feedback to improve their work.

• Professionalism: Students build professionalism by practicing dependability, accountability, confidentiality when applicable, workplace etiquette, and respectful service in a workplace setting.

• Technology: Students build technology skills by using department systems, software, digital tools, equipment, or university platforms to complete tasks accurately and efficiently.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Instructional Multimedia team to plan, design, and produce instructional media and video-based learning content.

• Support the Instructional Multimedia Specialist in managing the Instructional Recording Studio, including oversight of equipment, assets, and distribution processes.

• Maintain regular communication with the instructional design team to provide updates on project progress and timelines.

• Set up, operate, and maintain video recording equipment, including studio lighting and audio systems.

• Assist in creating compelling video narratives by filming and editing engaging multimedia content.

• Contribute to the development of training materials that guide users in utilizing the Instructional Studio effectively.

• Ensure all video content is uploaded to appropriate repositories and shared with the instructional design team.

• Troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to multimedia production.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MUST BE A STUDENT AT SAINT XAVIER UNIVERSITY

Must be Federal Work Study Eligible

Must Include a Resume and Cover Letter

Experienced with:

• Editing - Preferred editing with demonstrated experience using Adobe Creative Suite (e.g. Premiere, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and After Effects) and TechSmith Camtasia.

• Equipment - Preferred field and studio production setup and operation including professional lighting, camera, and sound equipment.

• Collaboration - demonstrated ability to collaborate with people from a wide variety of skill sets and backgrounds via written or oral communication

• Flexibility and Adaptability - Ability to work quickly, effectively, and flexibly in a deadline driven environment

• Skilled in multimedia creation, including audio, video, and graphic design-on both PC and Mac platforms.

• Proficient in graphic design or video production, with a creative eye and technical know-how.

• Experienced in using a variety of technology tools to support and enhance teaching and learning in innovative ways.

• Strong communicator with excellent problem-solving abilities and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset.

• Able to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language for a range of audiences.

Additional Expectations

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value-added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.

Employer Saint Xavier University

Address 3700 West 103rd Street

Chicago, Illinois, 60655

Phone 773-298-3452

Website http://www.sxu.edu