Laboratory Technician, Digital Media, Film/Television & Photography, Short-Term

Laboratory Technician, Digital Media, Film / Television & Photography, Short-Term Hourly (Temporary)

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

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

Any combination equivalent to : Two (2) years of college-level coursework in digital media, film & television, photography or a related field, and two years of related work experience.

Knowledge

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.

Other Information

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.

Application Process

Application

Current resume

Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.

Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.

Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.

Supplemental Information

Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply.

Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written / technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.

Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.

Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.

Short Term Hourly (Temporary) Employees and Professional Experts : May work up to 25 hours a week (not to exceed 100 hours per month), total not to exceed 999 hours for a total of 100 days. (Days are counted regardless of the number of hours worked per day).

VISA

AVC does not sponsor visas.

Accommodations

If you have, any questions or concerns / if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.

J-18808-Ljbffr