Media Specialist, Classroom Services

Minimum Qualifications: 
Associate’s degree or equivalent in digital media or related field and two years related experience

Job Summary: 
To oversee the pre-test, set-up, operation and maintenance of various audio-visual, videography equipment and systems.

Job Duties:

• Provides guidance and mentoring in the professional development of individuals 
• Provides team support regarding technical expertise, problem resolution/troubleshooting, training, coaching, and team facilitation
• Provides leadership and training to Audio-Visual Technicians and Senior Audio-Visual Technicians in the installation and repair of audio visual equipment. 
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures. 
• Instructs customers on the proper use of equipment 
• Ensures the delivery and set up audio visual equipment for programs and lectures including the regulation of lights and sound for proper presentation 
• Installs and repairs cable and satellite system, jacks and other necessary equipment and software in auditoriums/classrooms. 
• Designs/installs security systems 
• Provides estimates for design/install and repair of audio-visual systems. 
• Trouble shoots and provides minor repairs to audio visual and related equipment.
• Oversees the planning/design/installation of audio-visual and systems and special effects lighting set-ups. 
• Oversees the operation of complex events and the maintenance of special facilities. 
• Operates cable TV and satellite system 
• Provides video editing and shooting as needed 
• Supports Information Services with teleconference events/services 
• Negotiates equipment prices for audio visual pool and auditoriums 
• Maintains inventory of supplies 
• Assists in the evaluation of hardware and software products 
• Stays current with applicable UTMB, State and Federal rules and regulations 
• Serves as a consultant to faculty and administration in the application of Educational Technology 
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure. 
• Performs related duties as required

Equipment:
Pre-test, set-up and operate the following equipment: 35mm slide projector, overhead projector, amplifier, microphones, public address system, probable podiums, audio/visual accessories  liquid crystal projector (LCP) computer for projection purposes, custom lighting, document cameras, auditoriums systems, videography, cameras, editing and duplicating systems, VCR and monitor.

Working Environment:
Highly technical multimedia environment

Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience.