STH Laboratory Technician-Digital Media, Film & Television, and Photography (Temporary)
- Employer
- Antelope Valley College
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Oct 11, 2021
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Business & Administrative Affairs, Technology Administration/Other
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Part Time
Antelope Valley College
STH Laboratory Technician-Digital Media, Film & Television, and Photography (Temporary)
Salary: $23.85 Hourly
Deadline: Continuous
Complete job description and application available online at: http://50.73.55.13/counter.php?id=210195
DESCRIPTION
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.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
(E) = Essential duties of the position
• 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. (E)
• Issue materials and equipment to students for use in laboratory assignments; receive and process equipment, lockers and materials loaned; maintain records. (E)
• Prepare and mix developers, toners, and fixers and related photographic chemicals according to established safety practices and procedures. (E)
• Store equipment and supplies; maintain storerooms and working areas in an orderly and clean condition. (E)
• Maintain inventory records of supplies and equipment; prepare requisitions; request bids from vendors; receive and process supplies and equipment utilizing a computerized record system. (E)
• Perform basic maintenance on photographic and computer equipment including minor repair and parts replacement. (E)
• Create and maintain a copyright free image library of student work including video clips, animations and still images for student assignments. (E)
• Develop and maintain a DM/FTV/Photography web presence that will showcase student work and announce opportunities and events. (E)
• Train and provide work direction to student assistants.
• Assist students with basic computer skills and related software. (E)
• Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
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.
OTHER INFORMATION
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Digital video cameras, techniques for live event and studio shooting, and basic editing on computerized non-linear system
• Basic principles of black and white and color photography
• Zone System
• Silver and non silver photographic processes
• Commonly used camera and photographic laboratory equipment and routine maintenance
• Darkroom film and paper processes and practices for black and white, and color chemicals and solutions used in a photographic laboratory.
• Health and safety practices and precautions applicable in a photographic laboratory
• Electronic imaging systems
• Efficient keyboarding and computer operation
ABILITY TO:
• Prepare and maintain an instructional laboratory.
• Provide instructional assistance to students and faculty in digital media, film & television and photography subject areas.
• Use and explain a wide variety of camera formats, accessories, lights, and related equipment.
• Use and explain equipment used in processing and printing of color and black and white materials.
• Process black and white and color film.
• Operate and maintain a variety of photographic equipment including cameras and laboratory apparatus.
• Prepare and maintain records.
• Work effectively and cooperatively with students and instructional staff.
• Train and provide work direction to others.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
• Operate a computer.
WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.
CONTACTS: Instructors, student worker, students, vendors, other departmental personnel.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to set up chemistry lab experiments and operate lab equipment.
Lifting and carrying heavy objects.
Climbing a ladder.
Pulling and pushing carts.
Reaching to grasp and move supplies.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Instructional photography lab environment.
Exposure to fumes and potentially hazardous chemicals.
For a complete listing and details of all open positions and how to apply, select the HR & Employment link on the AVC Web site at https://www.avc.edu/administration/hr/employment or contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311; Voice/Relay, (661) 722-6300 x. 6360, 3041 West Avenue K, Lancaster, CA 93536.
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