What are the responsibilities and job description for the Multi-Media Technician - Contributing position at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill?
Posting Information
Posting Information
Department Art - Art History-310100
Career Area Other
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 02/06/2025
Application Deadline 02/19/2025
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Multi-Media Technician - Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalent GN04
Working Title Digital Art Lab Manager
Position Number 20055003
Vacancy ID P020103
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $38,000 - $48,000
Pay Band Information
To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .
Position Summary Information
Be a Tar Heel!
The Department of Art and Art History engages with both local and global communities and is a place for creative endeavors and scholarly investigation through faculty research, graduate student training, undergraduate programs and public events.
The Department engages in teaching and research in all aspects of art, applied and in theory, and is an integral part of the interdisciplinary community dedicated to the arts and sciences.
The Department has a permanent faculty of 22 who provide instruction on both the undergraduate and graduate level. The department currently has 72 studio art majors, 220 studio art minors, 22 art history majors and 47 art history minors. There are usually about 10 to 12 MFA students and approximately 25 Art History graduate students. Approximately 2800 students take courses in the department each year.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
The Department of Art and Art History engages with both local and global communities and is a place for creative endeavors and scholarly investigation through faculty research, graduate student training, undergraduate programs and public events. The Department engages in teaching and research in all aspects of art, applied and in theory, and is an integral part of the interdisciplinary community dedicated to the arts and sciences. The Department has a permanent faculty of 22 who provide instruction on both the undergraduate and graduate level. The department currently has 72 studio art majors, 220 studio art minors, 22 art history majors and 47 art history minors. There are usually about 10 to 12 MFA students and approximately 25 Art History graduate students. Approximately 2800 students take courses in the department each year.
Position Summary
The Digital Art Lab Manager performs a wide range of tasks to maintain the digital facilities for a variety of studio art and music classes throughout the year. Our two digital labs currently host 30 iMac computers, four Epson inkjet printers, one large format Canon printer and three flatbed scanners. Because of high demand and limited resources, these spaces are currently reserved for students enrolled in courses taught within the Department of Art and Art History, like digital photography, video, animation, and web design. The lab also houses our photography equipment center, which currently holds 20 DSLR cameras, 9 video cameras, 10 audio recorders, and a variety of other accessories like lighting kits, tripods, microphones, and lenses. The Music Department also offers digital music composition classes in these spaces. Our space is open 24-hours a day, 7 days a week to those who are enrolled in courses. We service over 100 individual students per semester with between 200-400 transactions.
The Digital Art Lab Manager is responsible for maintaining and optimizing the running of the digital labs at all levels. This includes implementing new procedures, maintaining existing equipment, identifying new equipment needs, managing the budget, meeting with the faculty and chair to ensure curricular needs are being met, and advocating for resources (including funding) as needed to meet the multifaceted necessities of our undergraduate and graduate students, and faculty. The Digital Art Lab Manager must also maintain updated knowledge of changing technologies and play a role in advising and working with the faculty to envision the technical needs of the department. The Digital Art Lab Manager is also responsible for overseeing the light studio and graduate digital printer. Additionally, the Lab Manager may be asked to conduct small workshops for students on equipment usage. On occasion, the Lab Manager will provide technical support and guidance to other areas of the department, including the printmaking studio.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in audiovisual equipment operation and maintenance, graphic design, and/or photography; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in audiovisual equipment operation and maintenance, graphic design, and/or photography; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/296311
Contact Information
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Posting Information
Department Art - Art History-310100
Career Area Other
Is this an internal only recruitment? No
Posting Open Date 02/06/2025
Application Deadline 02/19/2025
Position Type Permanent Staff (SHRA)
Position Title Multi-Media Technician - Contributing
Salary Grade Equivalent GN04
Working Title Digital Art Lab Manager
Position Number 20055003
Vacancy ID P020103
Full-time/Part-time Permanent/Time-Limited Full-Time Permanent
If time-limited, estimated duration of appointment
Hours per week 40
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Work Location CHAPEL HILL, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range $38,000 - $48,000
Pay Band Information
To learn more about the pay band for this branch and role, please see the Career Banding rates spreadsheet .
Position Summary Information
Be a Tar Heel!
The Department of Art and Art History engages with both local and global communities and is a place for creative endeavors and scholarly investigation through faculty research, graduate student training, undergraduate programs and public events.
The Department engages in teaching and research in all aspects of art, applied and in theory, and is an integral part of the interdisciplinary community dedicated to the arts and sciences.
The Department has a permanent faculty of 22 who provide instruction on both the undergraduate and graduate level. The department currently has 72 studio art majors, 220 studio art minors, 22 art history majors and 47 art history minors. There are usually about 10 to 12 MFA students and approximately 25 Art History graduate students. Approximately 2800 students take courses in the department each year.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
The Department of Art and Art History engages with both local and global communities and is a place for creative endeavors and scholarly investigation through faculty research, graduate student training, undergraduate programs and public events. The Department engages in teaching and research in all aspects of art, applied and in theory, and is an integral part of the interdisciplinary community dedicated to the arts and sciences. The Department has a permanent faculty of 22 who provide instruction on both the undergraduate and graduate level. The department currently has 72 studio art majors, 220 studio art minors, 22 art history majors and 47 art history minors. There are usually about 10 to 12 MFA students and approximately 25 Art History graduate students. Approximately 2800 students take courses in the department each year.
Position Summary
The Digital Art Lab Manager performs a wide range of tasks to maintain the digital facilities for a variety of studio art and music classes throughout the year. Our two digital labs currently host 30 iMac computers, four Epson inkjet printers, one large format Canon printer and three flatbed scanners. Because of high demand and limited resources, these spaces are currently reserved for students enrolled in courses taught within the Department of Art and Art History, like digital photography, video, animation, and web design. The lab also houses our photography equipment center, which currently holds 20 DSLR cameras, 9 video cameras, 10 audio recorders, and a variety of other accessories like lighting kits, tripods, microphones, and lenses. The Music Department also offers digital music composition classes in these spaces. Our space is open 24-hours a day, 7 days a week to those who are enrolled in courses. We service over 100 individual students per semester with between 200-400 transactions.
The Digital Art Lab Manager is responsible for maintaining and optimizing the running of the digital labs at all levels. This includes implementing new procedures, maintaining existing equipment, identifying new equipment needs, managing the budget, meeting with the faculty and chair to ensure curricular needs are being met, and advocating for resources (including funding) as needed to meet the multifaceted necessities of our undergraduate and graduate students, and faculty. The Digital Art Lab Manager must also maintain updated knowledge of changing technologies and play a role in advising and working with the faculty to envision the technical needs of the department. The Digital Art Lab Manager is also responsible for overseeing the light studio and graduate digital printer. Additionally, the Lab Manager may be asked to conduct small workshops for students on equipment usage. On occasion, the Lab Manager will provide technical support and guidance to other areas of the department, including the printmaking studio.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in audiovisual equipment operation and maintenance, graphic design, and/or photography; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
High school diploma or equivalency and one year of experience in audiovisual equipment operation and maintenance, graphic design, and/or photography; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
- Thorough knowledge of audiovisual equipment operation and maintenance.
- Thorough knowledge of fine art media production techniques, which include video, photographic and digital media. The technician should have a working to advanced knowledge of Mac computers and the Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop and Premiere. They should also have experience with inkjet printing.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Position/Schedule Requirements
Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/296311
Contact Information
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Salary : $38,000 - $48,000
