Media Technical Manager

Title: Media Technical Manager

Employee Classification: Media Technical Manager

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Student Affairs

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Union Administration

Department: UNT-Union Admin-163110

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $47,232.00, Commensurate on Education and Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

University Centers and Events (UCE) encompasses the University Union, Gateway Center and Coliseum. University Centers and Events (UCE), provides quality programs, services, and facilities that enhance the educational experience and create a community for students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests. We assist students to become good citizens of a global community, prepared to function in a diverse world.

The University Union features 330,000 sq ft filled with campus services, dining options, meeting and event spaces, and programming, arts, and activities.

Position Overview

Responsible for the coordination of all multimedia systems and their applications; responsible for the coordination of sound system delivery as requested; supervision of technical and sound engineer staff consisting of parttime student employees.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and two years' of audio/visual media experience or any equivalent combination of experience, education and training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience with AV equipment and systems and digital platforms, including setup and maintenance.
Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships in a customer service environment.
Ability to keep, and to supervise the keeping of, complex records through electronic formats. Ability to learn and retain university and departmental policies and procedures; names of key departmental people; locations of departments, buildings, rooms, equipment, etc. Knowledge of safety and security measures appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• Technical Support: 1) Responsible for overseeing and performing complex audio/visual setups, broadcast, and recording operations for the department. 2) Tests and troubleshoots audio/visual equipment prior to each event. 3) Attends reservation meetings as well other meetings with key stakeholders as well as customers as needed.
• Audio/Visual Equipment Delivery: 1) Coordinates with customers/clients on mobile sound system delivery for all staged events outside of the University Union. 2) Transports staff and equipment to the designated event site, and sets up audio and stage lighting equipment in a timely, efficient manner and in accordance with department guidelines. 3) Delivers audio/visual equipment and support to other locations across campus as needed.
• Supervision: 1) Responsible for hiring, retention, training, scheduling, and supervision of student workforce in a manner that is equitable, cost-effective, and aligned with departmental guidelines, including prompt and appropriate resolution of issues that arise. 2) Follows and supports the student workforce leadership model as presented.
• Communication: 1) Works in harmony with others through active, positive, and courteous interactions with faculty, staff, students, and patrons. 2) Cooperates with coworkers to accomplish work more efficiently, effectively, and timely.
• Safety: 1) Completes all work using safe work habits and methods to prevent injuries. 2) Uses equipment properly and in the manner required or directed. 3) Keeps all equipment in good working order and follows storage procedures. 4) Reports any unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor immediately.
• Maintenance and Inventory: 1) Responsible for maintenance, inventory, and initiating repairs of all Union audio/visual equipment. 2) Assess multimedia needs and recommends purchases. 3) Evaluates various brands, makes, and types of audio/visual equipment and participate in the selection of equipment for department.
• Knowledge: 1) Demonstrate knowledge of principles of audio, video, and interactive media production. 2) Execute audio/visual recordings for clients. 3) Diagnose and trouble shoot problems with equipment. 4) Perform tasks within the departments event management system.
• Work Environment: 1) Acts in accordance to departmental procedures while maintaining flexibility to meet changing needs of the position. 2) Is able to work under minimal supervision.
• Budget 1) Exhibits conservation, efficiency, and responsibility in the use of university resources. 2) Researches and recommends AV equipment purchases and repairs as required. 3) Operates within in the confines of the AV Tech budget.

Work Schedule:

Wednesday - Saturday, 11am - 10pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit - and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.