Media Specialist

City Colleges of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college seeks a Media Specialist to oversee daily media operations and support AV technology in classrooms. The role involves coordinating events, providing equipment support, and requires an associate’s degree with strong technical skills. Ideal candidates will have AV experience, excellent communication, and a commitment to enhancing educational experiences.

Qualifications

• 2 years of technical experience, preferably in a college setting.
• Familiarity with AV equipment, trouble-shooting abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the media department.
• Provide AV support for events and classroom technology.
• Manage repair of AV equipment and liaise with vendors.

Skills

Technical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication

Team player

Self-starter

Education

Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related area

Tools

AV equipment

Smart boards

Creston equipment

Microphones

Projectors

Job description

Reporting to the Director of Information Technology, the Media Specialist position is responsible for coordinating the day-to-day operations of the media department and providing audio-visual (AV) support services that facilitate the presence of technology in the classroom for faculty and students at Olive-Harvey College. This position is also responsible for providing AV support for events, meetings, conferences and various other similar activities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures availability of functional equipment for AV requests from faculty and staff, including, but not limited to, resolution requiring laptop/computer set-up, microphone set-up, and usage of control system like Crestron/Amx or Extron for Smart boards and sound systems.
• Apprises staff of new software, AV, and related resources, and maintains knowledge of technologies in areas of presentation systems, AV equipment, etc.
• Coordinates on-campus and off-campus special events and facilitates their success by serving as a liaison between the media department and other departments and personnel.
• Manages and supports the integration of media and technology, the maintenance of state-of-the-art media equipment, and requests for media services from students, faculty and staff.
• Provides technology support in coordination with other campus based technical resources and district office technical resources as assigned.
• Coordinates repair of AV equipment and hardware covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Processing or related area, supplemented by two years of technical experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience, with a history of progressively increasing responsibility and accomplishments, preferably, in a college or comparable academic setting.
• Strong technical aptitude and trouble-shooting ability to facilitate proper use of equipment. Working knowledge of and experience with AV equipment, including, but not limited to, Smart boards, projectors, microphones, Creston equipment, and related tools.
• Sound verbal and written communication skills.
• Great team player and self-starter.

Other information - This position is represented by: Local 1600 CCCTU.

Salary Information: $59,229-$61,006 annually. Offered salary will be determined by the respective collective bargaining agreement and applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. Benefits information is found at https://www.ccc.edu/departments/Benefits/

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire.

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Thank you for your interest in City Colleges of Chicago

Additional Information

• Salary Range: $59,229.00

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