Facility Tech Post Production (Part Time) - Columbia College

Columbia College Chicago is an acclaimed undergraduate and graduate institution that provides a comprehensive education in the arts, communications and public relations. We constantly aim to reach our full potential as an educational innovator, incubator of new creative practice and generator of real-world success for young creatives. We are in the heart of Chicago, across the street from historic Grant Park, and housed in some of the most iconic buildings in the South Loop.

Columbia College Chicago a private urban institution of over 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students, four-year College offering a distinctive curriculum that blends liberal arts, creative and media arts and business is currently searching for a Facility Technician – Post Production.

THIS IS A PART TIME UNION POSITION.

POSITION SUMMARY

Working under the direct supervision of the Post Production Manager in tandem with delegation of ad hoc duties and responsibilities by the Post Production Coordinator, the Facility Technician provides assistance with the day-to-day operation of the Post Production facilities including oversight and training of student workers, assisting students with software and post production work flow issues (problem resolution - troubleshooting), and facilitating student and faculty projects requiring use of facility resources.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Open and/or close facilities when needed.
• Assist in the training, assignment of projects, and oversight of student workers.
• Troubleshoot editing systems and workflow issues.
• Provide ad hoc classroom support including appropriate presentations, lectures and creating handouts. Schedule faculty and student reservations.
• Facilitate media traffic and related services.
• Enforce department policies and procedures as well as those specific to the facility.
• Assist in matters where student information may be involved.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and classroom areas.
• Perform other related duties and/or responsibilities as required or assigned.

• B.A. in a film production related discipline. Experience in a professional or higher­ education related equipment facility.
• Familiarity with digital video workflows, including XDCAM, P2, and Red, along with an advanced working knowledge of Avid editing systems, Final Cut Studio, and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstrates a solutions-based approach to problem solving. High attention to detail, proactive attitude, and ingenuity and creativity.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written to express thoughts and ideas effectively to others through a variety of media.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate technical information.
• Ability to maintain regular consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, and adherence to office protocols and college policies and procedures.
• A motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and conscientious about getting the job done quickly.
• Ability to interact with faculty, staff and students, individually and in class settings with standards of collegiality and responsibility.
• Ability to maintain a flexible schedule (including early morning, evening, and occasional week-end hours).

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee and is subject to change based on the needs of the department and/or college.

At Columbia, we offer a rewarding work environment for our faculty and staff. We take pride in offering competitive benefits with affordable health, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; commuter benefit program, life and accidental, death & dismemberment coverage; paid and unpaid leave options; work/life benefits; educational assistance programs; and retirement and financial planning benefits.

We invite you to join our talented faculty and staff and become part of our collective aspiration to ensure Columbia prepares students for success in their creative fields through innovation, engagement, and real-world experiences.

Additional Information

• Position subject to a background screening
• This is a part time Union position
• This position is overtime eligible

Qualified candidates of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Columbia College Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations concerning civil rights. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.