Temporary Studio Technician

The Art Department is seeking a temporary staff member to assist the Audio Video Technician with the management of equipment, classroom support, and student training. This role is essential in ensuring that audio, video, and lighting resources are effectively maintained and accessible to students and faculty.
 

Responsibilities:

• Train students and teaching assistants on the proper use of audio, video, and lighting equipment, as well as production techniques for video.
   

• Conduct in-class demonstrations and provide ongoing technical support throughout the semester.
   

• Oversee the check-out and return of equipment, including managing reservations through the LendItems software.
   

• Inspect and maintain equipment on a weekly basis; report malfunctions or missing items to the supervisor.
   

• Support classroom operations by organizing supplies, generating and posting schedules, updating course management systems, and monitoring studio use.
   

Supervisory Responsibility

With guidance from the current studio technician and faculty, the temporary employee will help oversee a team of student teaching assistants. Responsibilities include training TAs in the equipment checkout process and operation of equipment, coordinating their shifts, and creating work schedules.

Knowledge and Skills Requirement

Minimum education required for this position is a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent, with between 1-2 years of experience. 

Specialized Skills and/or Training

• Comprehensive knowledge of lighting, both in-studio and on location
   

• Proficiency with a wide range of video and audio equipment and production processes
   

• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite for post-production work
   

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technicians, faculty, staff, and students across the Williams community
   

• Self-motivation and commitment to staying current with advances in electronic media

Working Conditions

The employee will be working in an equipment office in Spencer Studio Art Building. They will assist faculty, and do demos in classrooms or the media lab.  There will be occasional heavy lifting when setting up for demos and moving around audio and video equipment. 

Physical Demands

Some heavy lifting required, busy class schedules to navigate, and stairs to climb on occasion.

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service.

Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at hr@williams.edu.