POSITION: STUDIO TECHNICIAN 

DEPARTMENT: Center for Information Technology

REPORTS TO:  Studio Supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor or Technical degree in related field preferred
• One to three years relevant experience in multimedia, a/v educational technology
• Expertise with TV studio systems, video cameras, audio and lighting equipment required
• Supervisory experience preferred
• The ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel
• The ability to be effective while handling multiple projects and requests
• Excellent organization and problem solving skills
• Commitment to customer service

PRIMARY FUNCTION:   

To assist in the day-to-day operations of an educational TV studio / film soundstage facility.  Consult with Studio Manager about daily requests and issues.  The successful candidate must have a sense of urgency, and high energy level.  A prime emphasis will be placed on the development of customer service.  Administrative office support (answering phones/stocking office supplies, etc.) 

DUTIES:                           

1. Provide technical support to faculty and students using the studio - primarily during, but not limited to, weekday hours of 4:00 -10:00pm.
2. Perform basic maintenance, repairs, cleaning and updates on studio equipment
3. Maintain daily documentation and procedural information
4. Wear appropriate dress according to the University’s dress code
5. Supervise and train Studio Assistant work-studies on use of studio equipment and procedures
6. Work closely with and act as a backup to the Studio Manager and the SPS Operations Manager
7. Act as an extension of the SPS Operations Manager by supervising SPS Assistants working the equipment room and edit suites weekday evenings

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:   While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to climb ladders to a minimum height of 10 feet; must be able to lift at least 30 lbs.

Qualified applicants should forward a cover letter and resume via email to HROffice@pointpark.edu (preferred) or mail to:  
Point Park University
Human Resources Office
201 Wood Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

When responding via email please reference - STUDIO TECHNICIAN  - in the subject line.

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NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.  Due to the high volume of resumes received, Point Park University will not be able to respond to inquiries regarding the status of your resume. If we determine that your skills and experience match the position requirements, we will contact you to discuss the opportunity further. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to revisit our website at www.pointpark.edu for the status of the position and future opportunities.