Casual Hire - Lab Manager - DMED

University of Hawaii system; Pearl City (HI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Hawai'i is seeking a Casual Hire Lab Manager for the Digital Media Program at Leeward Community College. The role supports operation, inventory, and training in video production, with emphasis on equipment management and classroom assistance.

The position is temporary, with up to 40 hours per week, and begins December 2026. A bachelor’s degree plus related experience is required, along with strong communication and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of related experience or equivalent education/work.
• Knowledge of video production for broadcast, streaming, and online platforms.
• Ability to use production hardware and software, including cameras and audio gear.
• Ability to write reports and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish working relationships with internal and external partners.
• Ability to operate a PC and word processing software.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and production support for the Digital Media Program.
• Manage inventory and usage records for program equipment.
• Assist faculty and students with safety training and equipment operation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and coordinate with technical staff as needed.
• Support equipment installation and maintenance activities.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve issues and plan expansions.
• Assist with research on emerging technologies in video production.
• Support social media and website content managed by the Digital Media Coordinator.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Video production

Adobe Creative Suite

Broadcast equipment

Multi-camera production

Equipment maintenance

Communication skills

Word processing

PC operation

Social media support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Creative Media, Marketing, Television Production, or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative professional and technical (APT) or Instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees and up to one calendar year for part-time employees.

Title: Casual Hire - Lab Manager - DMED

Position Number: Casual Hire

Hiring Unit: Professional Arts and Technology

Location: Leeward Community College

Date Posted: 10/26/2026

Closing Date: 10/28/2026 11:59 PM, HST

Salary: $26.69/hour

Schedule: Up to 40 hours /week

Full Time/Part Time: Full-time

Temporary/Permanent: Temporary

Other Conditions: To begin approximately December 2026; pending availability of funds and actual staffing requirements.

Description of Duties:

• Provide operational and production support for the Digital Media Program including but not limited to checking in/out equipment, assisting instructors in the classroom, and managing studio operations.
• Manage the inventory and keep usage records of equipment utilized by the Digital Media Program.
• Provide instructional support to faculty by assisting in training of students in safety and equipment operation and providing technical support as needed.
• Identify and resolve operational problems with equipment by providing basic troubleshooting techniques, notifying technical support staff, and providing assistance to resolving issues as required.
• Assist faculty with the maintenance and installation of equipment.
• Coordinate with vendor support as needed to resolve technical issues or to plan with expanded capabilities.
• Assist with the research of emerging technologies and recent trends in technologies applicable to video production and digital media.
• Provide support to the Digital Media Coordinator with social media content and the Academy of Creative Media System website content management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Possession of a baccalaureate degree in Communications, Creative Media, Marketing, Television Production, or related field, and 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience with responsibilities for remote production, multi-camera production, and post-production; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated.
2. Functional knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in video production for broadcast television, online/live streaming video, and other video platforms demonstrated by knowledge, understanding and ability to apply concepts, and terminology.
3. Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations and systems associated with creation and dissemination of video and other electronic media deliverables.
4. Demonstrated ability to recognize problems, identify possible causes and resolve the full range problems that may commonly occur in the creation and dissemination of video and other electronic media deliverables.
5. Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
6. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations, groups, team members and individuals.
7. Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.
8. Demonstrated ability to use production industry-accepted hardware and software (i.e. Adobe Creative Suite).
9. Demonstrated ability to effectively operate standard tools of media production, including but not limited to, the setup and operation of broadcast-quality cameras, audio mixers, and a basic understanding and ability to operate a video switcher in studio and field environments.
10. Ability to work outside normal scheduled hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as directed.

Desired Qualifications:

1. One year of progressively responsible professional experience in providing support services including assisting in video productions.
2. Ability to organize and manage equipment checkout services.
3. Ability to identify and troubleshoot equipment malfunctions.
4. Ability to provide instructional and technical support in the classroom.
5. Ability to provide support of social media and website content.
6. Ability to research equipment purchases and emerging technologies.
7. Demonstrated ability to work with others in a cohesive environment providing guidance and ability to assist others in learning video production techniques.

Inquiries:
Leeward Community College
Human Resources Office
808-455-0326

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