Media & Communications Arts Lab Assistant

The Media & Communications Arts department is looking for Student Assistants dedicated to maintaining a consistently positive and productive environment in the MCA Lab.

• Student Assistants serve as "open Lab" monitors to ensure Lab security.
• Accurately check-in/-out Lab equipment (to students and faculty within the department).
• Provide peer assistance in basic Adobe Creative Cloud programs and basic software/hardware use.
• Student Assistants are responsible for processing small hardware loans and general cleaning (Lab and MCA classrooms and stages).
• Other duties as assigned by the Lab Supervisor.
• Ability to work at least two (2) nights per week per semester (5:00pm - 10:00pm)
• Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of cameras, lighting, and audio equipment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in basic software programs (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), including editing software and the Creative Cloud.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) to competently handle telephone and walk-in traffic.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments. The completion of a daily job checklist is required.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups and conduct tours of the Lab for prospective students and their families.
• Familiarity with Mac systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent customer service to students, faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to scheduled work hours (Student Assistants are expected to arrive on time and remain for the duration of their assigned shifts).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Must be Federal Work-Study Eligible.
• Preference is given to students majoring in Digital Cinema, Filmmaking, or Communications.
• Those who possess basic computer problem resolution skills and experience.
• Familiarity with Mac systems is preferred.
• Experience with other digital imaging software is desirable.

Exact schedule to be determined with supervisor.

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