Lab Assistant - Faculty of Applied Media

The Applied Media Lab Assistant supports faculty and students within the Applied Media program by maintaining the college's laboratories and workshops. The incumbent's scope of work includes the installation, demonstration, maintenance and trouble-shooting of technical equipment and facilities. This is a hands-on role which will have the lab instructor working closely with faculty and students with the laboratory. The Applied Media lab assistant may also provide audio visual support and oversee the AV control room at college events.

 

 

• Diploma holders should have a minimum 3 year of relevant hands-on experience in broadcasting, media production, or an education facility focused on production. Bachelor holders are required to have 2 years of similar experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of broadcasting networks and previous experience in AV areas
• Experience installing, maintaining and troubleshooting audio visual and post-production systems and equipment
• Practical workshop skills as evident by knowledge of technical instruments, software, workshop tools and other technical equipment
• Experience in the acquisition and maintenance of standard Applied Media equipment and tools
• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory health and safety protocol
• A high degree of computer literacy and demonstrated ability to integrate technology in the workplace
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated competency to interact with people at all levels of the organization
• A demonstrated willingness to engage in professional development activities in order to develop and improve new and current skills, and to adapt to the evolving needs of the organization
• Previous teaching assistant experience is desirable