Esports & Digital Media Lab Monitor

Ferris State University College of Business; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University seeks an Esports and Digital Lab Monitor (Student Position) to support daily lab operations in the School of Digital Media. You will enforce lab rules, maintain equipment, manage seat usage, and assist in program tasks across DAGD and Esports labs.

The role includes advising students on software operations, helping with media production for social platforms, and contributing to live broadcasts.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with the rules, practices, and workflows of collegiate digital media labs such as esports or Digital Animation and Game Design (DAGD).
• Basic computer‑hardware and software troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Some understanding of Ferris State University structures and resources.
• Availability to work scheduled shifts: Esports Lab 4 PM–12 AM weekdays, 12 PM–12 AM weekends; DAGD Lab 8 PM–12 AM weekdays, 2 PM–10 PM weekends.
• Preferred interest in content production; experience with social media and content‑creation software such as Adobe Creative Suite or DaVinci Resolve

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist all participants and visitors in the labs, enforcing lab rules and safety protocols.
• Monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot hardware, peripherals, and workstations.
• Manage seat reservations, check‑in procedures, and track lab usage statistics.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the lab and equipment storage areas.
• Support event setup, staffing, and breakdown for program activities.
• Attend regular team meetings and contribute ideas for improving lab operations and strategies.
• Capture and edit game clips/highlights; produce graphics and short‑form videos for social platforms.
• Assist with live broadcast production, including camera setup and transitions.
• Coordinate with production teams to resolve audiovisual issues during streams or media projects.
• Assist with content creation and related program projects

Skills

Lab rules knowledge

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Attention to detail

Familiar with Ferris structures

Shift availability

Media tools familiarity

Job description

Ferris State University seeks an Esports and Digital Lab Monitor (Student Position) to support daily lab operations in the School of Digital Media. You will enforce lab rules, maintain equipment, manage seat usage, and assist in program tasks across DAGD and Esports labs.

The role includes advising students on software operations, helping with media production for social platforms, and contributing to live broadcasts.