Music Technology Lab Coordinator

Music Technology Lab Coordinator

Department:
Creative Arts

Location:

Metropolitan Campus

Reports To:

Studio Technical Support Manager

Recruitment Type:
External/Internal

Requisition

Employment Type:

Part-Time Support Staff

Union Position:
Non-Union

Work Schedule:

Second Shirt

Hours:

T, Th, F, 5pm-10pm. Saturdays as needed

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

SUMMARY

This is a student focused role that supports lab classes, individual student needs, capstone classes and provides supervision over the open lab.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Oversee Recording Arts Technology (RAT) open lab.

* Assist recording lab classes.

* Tutor RAT, Music and film students on production software.

* Assist the Studio Tech Manager with software installation, computer configuration and equipment installations.

* Monitor studios during evening capstone sessions.

* Oversee equipment checkout on evenings and weekends.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

* Associate degree in Recording or Music Technology

* Significant related experience may substitute for education

* Minimum of five years of experience with MIDI technology and digital audio recording

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS and ABILITIES

* Possess knowledge of Recording and Music Technology concepts

* Knowledge of basic music theory

* Demonstrated proficiency with Mac OS, digital audio workstations, and music production software

* Possess experience with installation of studio hardware, Pro Tools HDX systems, and troubleshooting

* General knowledge of the RAT program sequence

* Ability to work independently

* Possess working knowledge of administrative support concepts, practices and procedures with the ability to use in varied situations

* Possess strong organizational and time-management skills

* Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

* Possess excellent proofreading and editing skills

* Ability to foster a team environment and work collaboratively

* Ability to research and analyze issues and develop solutions

* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment

* Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail

* Excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships

* Ability to effectively respond to requests from multiple levels of the College in various departments

* Demonstrated basic project management skills

* Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint;
Cisco Webex Meetings

* Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity

* Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance workflow and quality

Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of students and the community

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

* Service Focus

* Communications

* Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

* Collaboration

* Adaptability

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

* Time Utilization

* Continuous Improvement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

* Bachelor's degree in recording arts, music production or a related field

* Demonstrated experience making sound decisions that affect a work unit or team

* Demonstrated experience in a role requiring diverse problem-solving methods in a variety of situations

* Pro Tools Operator certificate

* Experience in Adobe Creative Cloud and other video editing software

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

* The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment;

* The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;

* Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.;

* Work may also…