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DESCRIPTION
Under the direction of the Dean of Arts & Humanities, monitor and maintain classroom/ instructional labs, storage rooms and checkout. Assist students in the operation of industry standard equipment and software.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES
(*E) = Essential duties of the position
- Assist students with problems and questions related to the purpose and operation of a wide variety of equipment and software in labs and classrooms pertaining to course assignments. (E)
- Issue materials and equipment to students for use in laboratory assignments; receive and process equipment, lockers and materials loaned; maintain records. (E)
- Prepare and mix developers, toners, and fixers and related photographic chemicals according to established safety practices and procedures. (E)
- Store equipment and supplies; maintain storerooms and working areas in an orderly and clean condition. (E)
- Maintain inventory records of supplies and equipment; prepare requisitions; request bids from vendors; receive and process supplies and equipment utilizing a computerized record system. (E)
- Perform basic maintenance on photographic and computer equipment including minor repair and parts replacement. (E)
- Create and maintain a copyright free image library of student work including video clips, animations and still images for student assignments. (E)
- Develop and maintain a DM/FTV/Photography web presence that will showcase student work and announce opportunities and events. (E)
- Train and provide work direction to student assistants.
- Assist students with basic computer skills and related software. (E)
- Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: Two (2) years of college-level course work in digital media, film & television, photography or a related field, and two years of related work experience.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Digital video cameras, techniques for live event and studio shooting, and basic editing on computerized non-linear system
- Basic principles of black and white and color photography
- Zone System
- Silver and non silver photographic processes
- Commonly used camera and photographic laboratory equipment and routine maintenance
- Darkroom film and paper processes and practices for black and white, and color chemicals and solutions used in a photographic laboratory.
- Health and safety practices and precautions applicable in a photographic laboratory
- Electronic imaging systems
- Efficient keyboarding and computer operation
ABILITY TO:
- Prepare and maintain an instructional laboratory.
- Provide instructional assistance to students and faculty in digital media, film & television and photography subject areas.
- Use and explain a wide variety of camera formats, accessories, lights, and related equipment.
- Use and explain equipment used in processing and printing of color and black and white materials.
- Process black and white and color film.
- Operate and maintain a variety of photographic equipment including cameras and laboratory apparatus.
- Prepare and maintain records.
- Work effectively and cooperatively with students and instructional staff.
- Train and provide work direction to others.
- Observe health and safety regulations.
- Operate a computer.
OTHER INFORMATION
WORK DIRECTION, LEAD AND SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Not applicable – no permanent full-time staff to supervise.
CONTACTS: Instructors, student worker, students, vendors, other departmental personnel.
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to set up chemistry lab experiments and operate lab equipment.
- Lifting and carrying heavy objects.
- Climbing a ladder.
- Pulling and pushing carts.
- Reaching to grasp and move supplies.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Instructional photography lab environment.
- Exposure to fumes and potentially hazardous chemicals.
APPLICATION PROCESS
This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:
- Application
- Current resume
- Letter of intent that addresses minimum and desirable qualifications.
- Scanned copy of official transcripts with required degree(s). Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application and must identify graduate level coursework.
Applications with incomplete information (i.e., statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Each recruitment is conducted independently from others; therefore, interested parties need to submit separate complete application packages for each position they apply.
- Applicants may be subject to passing an examination (written/technical), as appropriate to the requirements of the position.
- Residency within a reasonable geographical area of the college may be necessary.
- Travel expenses for pre-employment interviews and employment processing will not be authorized.
- Short Term Hourly (Temporary) Employees and Professional Experts: May work up to 25 hours a week (not to exceed 100 hours per month), total not to exceed 999 hours for a total of 100 days. (Days are counted regardless of the number of hours worked per day).
VISA
AVC does not sponsor visas.
ACCOMMODATIONS
If you have, any questions or concerns/if you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 722-6311.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Antelope Valley Community College District (AVC) is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.
AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state laws and regulations. To find out more about AVC, please visit our website at avc.edu.
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Annual Security Report is provided by Antelope Valley College for prospective students and employees. A copy of this report is available at http://www.avc.edu/administration/police
Organization
Antelope Valley College is a comprehensive community college in the California Community College System dedicated to providing services to a broad range of students with a variety of educational goals. Antelope Valley College is dedicated to providing educational programs and services as expressed in the California Master Plan for Higher Education. The College is committed to equal educational opportunity and reinforces that commitment through a program of active affirmation of diversity.
Antelope Valley College is dedicated to meeting the dynamic needs of a changing community. The College addresses the educational needs of a diverse and evolving population. The College recognizes that it is uniquely capable of responding to the requirements of regional business, industry, and public service, as well as the social and cultural needs of the Antelope Valley.
Antelope Valley College affirms the rights of the individual and respects human dignity. The programs and activities of the College foster the individual's ability to think clearly, critically, and independently to meet the demands of an increasingly complex society. The student is the primary concern of the College. The curriculum, activities, and services of the College help students understand their physical, cultural, ethnic, and social environment. The preservation of academic freedom provides a college environment in which students and faculty can examine ideas freely.
This philosophy is reflected in the curriculum, the student-faculty relation-ships, the services and resources, and the policies of the College.
Antelope Valley College, a public institution of higher education, provides a quality, comprehensive education to a diverse population of learners. We are committed to student success offering value and opportunity, in service to our community.
We offer:
Associate Degree Programs
Associate degree programs comprised of general education courses, proficiency requirements, designated courses in a specific major or area of emphasis. Associate degrees provide students with "the ability to think and to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; to use mathematics; to understand the modes of inquiry of the major disciplines; to be aware of other cultures and times; to achieve insights gained through experience in thinking about ethical problems; and to develop the capacity for self-understanding."
Career Technical Programs
Certificate and degree programs comprised of "essential career technical instruction" in a variety of business, technical, and occupational courses designed to enhance students' knowledge and skills leading to employment, career advancement, certification, and state or federal licensure. We award both Chancellor's Office approved Certificates of Achievement and locally approved Certificates of Proficiency.
Transfer/General Education Courses
Transfer/general education courses in communication and critical thinking, the physical and biological sciences, arts and humanities, social and behavioral sciences, and technical education. Completion of these courses allows students to fulfill degree requirements or enroll in upper division courses and programs at accredited four-year institutions through our articulation agreements.
Basic Skills Courses
Basic skills courses in reading, writing, mathematics, English as a Second Language, and learning and study skills. These courses offer students essential foundation skills that are necessary for success in college-level degree applicable courses.
Student Support and Instructional Support
A variety of services in academic, career, and personal counseling, in library instruction and course support, in learning assistance. These services support the needs of students in pursuing and achieving their educational goals.
Workforce Preparation and Economic Development
Workforce programs, job preparation courses (non-degree applicable) and a variety of services that contribute to the educational and economic well being of the community.
Personal Enrichment and Professional Development
Community service offerings, non-credit, not-for-credit classes and services that develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for students to be effective members of the community. These classes enhance the community's social, cultural, and economic well being. Non-credit course offerings may lead to a Certificate of Completion and/or Certificate of Competency.
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