Academic Multimedia Services Video Technician (Student)

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Department:

Instruction & Media Technology

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The AMS (Academic Multimedia Services) Student Video Technician is responsible for recording, editing, and processing video. Student Video Technicians work as a group to share and carry out responsibilities on a scheduled basis. Student Video Technicians also help maintain staff presence in the AMS office and Simple Studio within the University Library, coordinating with clients to meet their needs.

Essential Functions:

• Recording, editing, and processing video from classes, university events, and Simple Studio.

• Assisting other AMS and AV members with classroom and event production.

• Organizing and maintaining footage on storage devices.

• Organizing and maintaining AMS equipment and the Simple Studio.

• Maintaining staff presence in the AMS office and Simple Studio.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.

• 15 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or its equivalent.

• Excellent customer service, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and multi-task.

• Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

• Ability to adapt to changing situations to maintain quality control.

• Eager to learn new video production skills.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Basic knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud products.

• Experience with professional HD camcorders and other video/audio equipment.

• Strong knowledge of video recording/editing techniques.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• It is highly recommended that a resume be submitted as an attachment to the online application. A cover letter is optional.

• Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete tasks, and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to new and emerging technologies.

• Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.g. punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and can learn from their mistakes.

• Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems. The individual can obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in this process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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