General Information
| Payroll Title | COMPUTER RESC SPEC 2 | Title Code | 004804 | Grade/Step | Working Title | Multimedia Systems Technologist | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Name | UCR ARTS Dept | Supervisor | Emily Papavero | Department Head | Jonathan Green |
Payroll Title of those supervised
| Title Code | Description | FTE |
|---|---|---|
| 4922 | STDT 1 | 2 |
Special Requirements and Conditions
| Critical Position |
| Valid Driver License |
| Shift Work |
Level of Supervision Received
| General Direction |
Items Used
| Mac and PC computers and operating systems. AV equipment. DVD, HD, Blu Ray, and other media output. Stage and special effect lighting and sound. |
Position Purpose
| The Multimedia Systems Technologist will work with directors, curators, and museum staff to provide computer and digital media technical support for UCR ARTSblock's daily operations and special events. Set up and operate audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, events, meetings and conventions, presentations, theatrical performances and AV heavy exhibition installations. Set up and operate associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems. Manage screening room productions, operate state of the art screening room equipment, and online ticketing agent updates. This position is also responsible for creating trailers for upcoming screenings, editing video documentation for varied uses including in-house marketing monitors, off-site monitors and website. Supervise a team of students who are responsible for operating the audio and video equipment, photographing events, documenting exhibitions, recording and editing podcasts, and performance photo and video editing. Under general supervising of Associate Director and CHASS Chief Technology Office, this position will provide technical support to ARTSblock staff with the maintenance and troubleshooting of Mac and Windows based desktop computers, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, various video editing software, printers, projectors, and other computer related support tasks. |
Essential Functions
| Essential Function | % Time |
|---|---|
| AV Operations | 35 |
| Accurate set up and efficient operation of advance audio, video, and lighting equipment for large and small scale events. Diagnose and resolve media system problems. Comply with all Environmental Health and Safety guidelines and Risk Management policies and procedures. Projectionist for screening room programs. Perform minor repairs and routine cleaning of audio, video and lighting equipment and perform upgrades and maintenance. Perform inventory and forecasting of equipment needs. Notify supervisor when major equipment repairs are needed. Assist team with proper security, storage, and transportation of equipment. |
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| Technical Support | 25 |
| Provide day-to-day assistance to ARTSblock staff in the proper and effective use of available hardware, software, and computing applications. Provide consultation and support for use of a wide and dynamic variety of hardware and software used for exhibitions. Responsible for ARTSblock's computing equipment and software inventory for all on-site and off-site computers, peripherals and software licensing, and provide needs assessment for desktop computers. Install and set up newly purchased or moved devices including AV equipment, computers, printers, scanners and smartphones. Compile or write technical documentation for existing programs and those under development, including operating instructions. Maintenance of existing on-site and off-site digital signage system (KIOSK) and on-site Digital Display (Jumbo Tron) for UCR ARTSblock. Manage technical aspects of online ticketing system. |
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| Communications/Marketing | 20 |
| Edit video documentation for varied uses including in-house marketing, off-site kiosks, social media, and website. Supervise a team of students who are responsible for operating audio and video equipment, photographing events, documenting exhibitions, recording and editing podcasts, documentation storage and organization, and photo and video editing. Assist Executive Director with promotions, scheduling of film program and guest speakers, and creating trailers for upcoming films. | |
| Administration/Customer Service | 10 |
| Attend planning meetings and rehearsals with Event Manager. Serves as consultant for all event A/V operations. Meet and strives to exceed the expectations and needs of internal and external customers. Provide outstanding customer service by establishing excellent working relationships with clients. | |
| Special Projects | 10 |
| Other projects as assigned. | |
Minimum Requirements
| Minimum Requirement | Display Ranking |
|---|---|
| 1 | |
| 2 years of college and minimum of 2 years of field experience in specialty area. | |
| 2 | |
| Experience with setting up and operating audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, events, meetings and conventions, presentations, theatrical performances and AV heavy exhibition installations as well as associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems. | |
| 3 | |
| Demonstrated ability to operate state of the art screening room Audio/Video equipment. |
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| 4 | |
| Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, iOS and Mac OS X related hardware and peripherals. Experience providing Mac and PC desktop support, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues, installation of hardware and software, and problem diagnosis and resolution. Knowledge of computer security protocols and virus protection issues. Knowledge and experiences in updating basic website content. Ability to learn new technology and maintain technical skills. |
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| 5 | |
| Proficient in professional digital image design, processing, editing, and storage using photo and video editing tools, including but not limited to, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Aperture, Adobe Premier, and Final Cut Pro. | |
| 6 | |
| knowledge in developing marketing materials and desktop publishing | |
| 7 | |
| Demonstrate ability to analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems before and during events using excellent verbal and written communication skills. | |
| 8 | |
| Must be able to lift and move computer equipment including desktop systems and peripherals, typically weighing 40 pounds or less. | |
| 9 | |
| Must be able to accommodate a rotating work schedule to include nights and weekends | |
Preferred Qualifications
| Preferred Qualification | Display Ranking |
|---|---|
| 1 | |
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Experience with Strand Lighting System |
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| 2 | |
| Experience with working in a University environment. | |
| Posted Position Purpose |
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| UC Riverside's ARTSblock is composed of the California Museum of Photography, the Sweeney Art Gallery, and the Barbara and Art Culver Center of the Arts. Located on a single block in adjacent historical buildings in downtown Riverside, easily accessible to the public as well as the campus, ARTSblock's mission is to provide a cultural presence, educational resource, community center and intellectual meeting ground for the university and the community.
The Multimedia Systems Technologist will work with directors, curators, and museum staff to provide computer and digital media technical support for UCR ARTSblock's daily operations and special events. Set up and operate audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, events, meetings and conventions, presentations, theatrical performances and AV heavy exhibition installations. Set up and operate associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems. Manage screening room productions and online ticketing agent updates.
This position is also responsible for creating trailers for upcoming screenings, editing video documentation for varied uses including in-house marketing monitors, off-site monitors and website. Supervise a team of students who are responsible for operating the audio and video equipment, photographing events, documenting exhibitions, recording and editing podcasts, and performance photo and video editing.
Under general supervising of Associate Director and CHASS Chief Technology Office, this position will provide technical support to museum staff with the maintenance and troubleshooting of Mac and Windows based desktop computers, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, various video editing software, printers, projectors, and other computer related support tasks. |
| Posted Minimum Requirements |
| 2 years of college and minimum of 2 years of field experience in specialty area. Experience with setting up and operating audio and video equipment including microphones, sound speakers, video screens, projectors, video monitors, recording equipment, connecting wires and cables, sound and mixing boards, and related electronic equipment for concerts, events, meetings and conventions, presentations, theatrical performances and AV heavy exhibition installations as well as associated spotlights and other custom lighting systems. Demonstrated ability to operate state of the art screening room Audio/Video equipment. Knowledge of Microsoft Windows, iOS and Mac OS X related hardware and peripherals. Experience providing Mac and PC desktop support, including troubleshooting hardware and software issues, installation of hardware and software, and problem diagnosis and resolution. Experience with handheld smartphones. Knowledge of computer security protocols and virus protection issues. Knowledge and experiences in basic website maintenance technology. Ability to learn new technology and maintain technical skills. Proficient in professional digital image design, processing, editing, and storage using photo and video editing tools, including but not limited to, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Aperture, Adobe Premier, and Final Cut Pro. knowledge in developing marketing materials and desktop publishing Demonstrate ability to analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems before and during events using excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to lift and move computer equipment including desktop systems and peripherals, typically weighing 40 pounds or less. Must be able to accommodate a rotating work schedule to include nights and weekends |
| Posted Preferred Qualifications |
| Experience with Strand Lighting System Experience with working in a University environment. |