Part-Time Media Specialist - Communications

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State seeks a Part-Time Media Specialist to assist in the TV Studio and Control Room, including documentation of lab procedures.

The role requires familiarity with studio equipment and the ability to troubleshoot issues; hours vary across weekdays, evenings, and weekend open lab time.

This position supports students’ coursework and lab activities, with preference for coursework COMM 282/242 and COMM 283 or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of a TV Studio setting and equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and workflow issues.
• Experience documenting lab procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the use of the TV Studio and Control Room with associated equipment.
• Document lab procedures and workflows.
• Support students during open lab times.

Skills

TV Studio knowledge

Equipment troubleshooting

Documentation of lab procedures

Education

COMM 282/242

COMM 283

Tools

Graphics Production Switcher

Audio console

Editing software

Stage lighting

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, Media Center is seeking a Part-Time Media Specialist.

Applicants will assist in the use of the TV Studio and Control Room with associated equipment and procedures, including documentation of lab procedures.

Hours will be assigned to accommodate weekdays, evenings, and weekend open lab time.

Applicants should have a working knowledge of a TV Studio setting and corresponding equipment to include:

• Graphics Production Switcher
• Audio console
• Editing software
• Stage lighting

Candidates should also be able to troubleshoot equipment and workflow problems and issues.

It is preferred that candidates have completed the following courses: COMM 282/242 and COMM 283 or have comparable work experience knowledge.

This position is meant to supplement and enhance students’ coursework knowledge.

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