HCSS Media Specialist
JOB SUMMARY:
To oversee the pre-test, set-up, operation and maintenance of various audio-visual, videography equipment and systems.
MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:
• Provides guidance and mentoring in the professional development of individuals
• Provides team support regarding technical expertise, problem resolution/troubleshooting, training, coaching, and team facilitation
• Provides leadership and training to Audio-Visual Technicians and Senior Audio-Visual Technicians in the installation and repair of audio visual equipment.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures.
• Instructs customers on the proper use of equipment
• Ensures the delivery and set up audio visual equipment for programs and lectures including the regulation of lights and sound for proper presentation
• Installs and repairs cable and satellite system, jacks and other necessary equipment and software in auditoriums/classrooms.
• Designs/installs security systems
• Provides estimates for design/install and repair of audio-visual systems.
• Trouble shoots and provides minor repairs to audio visual and related equipment.
• Oversees the planning/design/installation of audio-visual and systems and special effects lighting set-ups.
• Oversees the operation of complex events and the maintenance of special facilities.
• Operates cable TV and satellite system
• Provides video editing and shooting as needed
• Supports Information Services with teleconference events/services
• Negotiates equipment prices for audio visual pool and auditoriums
• Maintains inventory of supplies
• Assists in the evaluation of hardware and software products
• Stays current with applicable UTMB, State and Federal rules and regulations
• Serves as a consultant to faculty and administration in the application of Educational Technology
• Adheres to internal controls and reporting structure.
• Performs related duties as required.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
Associate’s degree or equivalent in digital media or related field and two years related experience
EQUIPMENT:
Pre-test, set-up and operate the following equipment: 35mm slide projector, overhead projector, amplifier, microphones, public address system, probable podiums, audio/visual accessories liquid crystal projector (LCP) computer for projection purposes, custom lighting, document cameras, auditoriums systems, videography, cameras, editing and duplicating systems, VCR and monitor.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Highly technical multimedia environment
OTHER:
Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.
*This is a contract position through UTMB HealthCare Systems Staffing. While there are no UTMB benefits associated with this position, the contractor will have the ability to participate in the 401k retirement program through Healthcare Systems Staffing.
