AV Technician, Multi-Media Services

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Pennsylvania seeks an AV Technician to support classroom technology and media production within the School of Arts & Sciences. This role involves operating AV equipment, assisting in media production, and providing tech support in academic settings. Applicants should have relevant experience and strong customer service skills.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Generous retirement plans

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with media production preferred.
• Basic IT troubleshooting skills preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily operations of an academic media facility.
• Setup and operate AV equipment like projectors and cameras.
• Provide post-production services such as editing and streaming.

Skills

Customer Service

Media Production

Basic IT Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

AV Equipment

Job description

AV Technician, Multi-Media Services

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 ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

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

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.

DUTIES: (Description of duties):

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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
$7.25 - $15.00 Hourly Rate
Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.



Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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