AV Technician, Multi-Media Services

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations of an academic media facility: providing frontline tech support in media classrooms, language & computer labs and EQ Loan area.
• Deliver, setup and operate video projectors, laptop computers, video recording and conference cameras, PA systems, digital audio recorders, and other media related technologies.
• Provide post-production services; editing, video duplication, conversions, compressing and streaming, utilizing internal rack system.
• Supervision of student staff.
• Perform office administrative duties.
• Various shifts available. Possible evening and weekend hours needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED and 1-2 years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience required
• At least one year experience with media production - video, audio, post-production preferred
• At least one year experience with operating basic AV equipment - cameras, mixing boards, etc. preferred
• Record of strong customer service
• Basic IT experience (troubleshooting software and hardware issues relating to classroom technology) preferred.
• Job Location - City, State
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Department / School
• School of Arts and Sciences
• Pay Range
• Equal Opportunity Statement
• Special Requirements
• A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
• University Benefits
• Health and Life : Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare.
• Retirement : Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
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Additional Information

University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been consistently ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers. Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play. Posted Job Title AV Technician, Multi-Media Services Job Profile Title Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt Job Description Summary The AV Technician will work as part of the Multi Media Services (MMS) team to support classroom technology, operate AV equipment, and work on media production tasks. The position may also serve as a recording engineer in our recording studio, as well as performing some basic IT troubleshooting duties. Job Description The role of AV Technician, Multi-Media Services is a hard to fill job that requires a very specific skill set. This posting describes the responsibilities and requirements for a AV Technician, Multi-Media Services role. If you meet the qualifications outlined and have an interest in being considered for new positions that become available, please apply to this posting. Your information will be reviewed, and you will be contacted directly if we would like to learn more about your background, in consideration for current and/or future job openings. Multi-Media Services (MMS) provides AV and classroom technology support for Penn's School of Arts & Sciences. The team helps faculty, staff, and students make the best use of technologies for teaching and media production, offering services such as: equipment loans, recording facilities, and on-site media production.

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