Studio Technician (Audio Engineer)

SAE Institute; Atlanta (GA); In loco; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Part-time

Descrizione del lavoro

SAE Institute in Atlanta, GA seeks a Studio Technician to keep its studios running and to support students in using equipment. You will maintain studios, update inventories, report faults, assist in repairs, and ensure security and tidy work environments during after-hours sessions.

The role requires flexibility for evenings or weekends, an associate degree or certifications preferred, and 1–2 years of hands-on experience with studio equipment and consoles in a creative media setting.

Competenze

• Associate degree and certifications in the creative media field preferred.
• 1–2 years relevant experience with studio equipment and consoles.
• Proficient in hardware and software used in studio environments.
• Knowledge of related discipline area and industry practices.

Mansioni

• Provide technical support to students in their use of equipment.
• Report faults with studios and equipment.
• Assist in repairs and installations as required.
• Track the use of equipment and maintain inventory.

Conoscenze

Teamwork

Punctuality

Communication

Multi-tasking

Customer service

Organizational skills

Deadline-driven

Tech proficiency

Internet & email

Formazione

Associate Degree & Certifications

Strumenti

Equipment maintenance software

Office software

Inventory tracking system

Descrizione del lavoro

The Studio Technician is responsible for ensuring the continued operation of the equipment in the SAE Institute studios and providing technical support to students in their use of equipment. Helps to ensure that equipment and studio operations are conducted in accordance with SAE Institute policies and procedures.

Studio Technician Duties and Accountabilities:

• Maintenance of studios and other practical and resource facilities.
• Responsibility for maintaining and updating equipment and resources databases.
• Report faults with studios and equipment.
• Assist in repairs and installations as required.
• Monitor stock levels for cables and manufacture more where required.
• Facilitate and record student studio booking.
• Ensure appropriate student behavior and studio usage during practical sessions.
• Keep records of equipment loans to students.
• Answer after-hours telephone inquiries.
• Attend open houses and marketing events as required.
• Keep work station and surrounding areas tidy at all times.
• Ensure all electronic files and documents are organized and managed appropriately.
• Monitor campus security during after-hours practical sessions.
• Be responsible for locking and alarming the campus on completion of after-hours practical sessions.
• Responsible for carrying out the local Campus Emergency Response and Evacuation procedures, and complying with the Campus Security and Crime Prevention Policy.
• Attend all scheduled work times punctually.
• Undertake other duties as requested by management.
• I. Technology Supervisor
• II. Campus Director
• III. SAE Institute Local Staff
• IV. SAE Students

4-8 objectives with associated activities and KPI’s (which can then align with the performance plan) that the incumbent is accountable for.

Objective:

• Ensure Studio equipment is serviced and working properly.

Major Activities:

• Provide technical support to students in their use of equipment
• Report faults with studios and equipment.
• Assist in repairs and installations as required.
• Track the use of equipment and maintain inventory.

Key Performance Indicators:

• Ensure appropriate student behavior and studio usage during practical sessions.
• Facilitate and record student studio booking
• An accurate accounting of inventory is maintained at all times.
• Associate Degree and Certifications in the creative media field (Preferred).
• 1-2 years relevant experience working with various equipment and consoles in creative media field.
• Knowledge of and industry experience in a related discipline area

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to work in a team.
• Trust worthy, resourceful, punctual and able to multi-task.
• Demonstrated high level of communication skills both verbal and written.
• Possess an appropriate qualification level in a related field.
• Knowledge of and industry experience in a related discipline area.
• Proven organizational skills.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in the use of the required hardware and software.
• Familiar with using the Internet and email.
• Demonstrated client service orientation.
• Ability to work in and foster a harmonious working environment.
• Willingness to pursue professional development opportunities.

Part-Time - hours must remain flexible. This position requires evenings or weekends.

Sitting and standing for long periods. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper, occasional lifting of items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds such as files, stacks of paper, equipment and other materials. Moving from place to place within the organization, minimal reaching for items above and below desk level. Strength, dexterity, coordination and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods.