Teaching Assistant - Applied Media

HCT · United Arab Emirates

JOB OBJECTIVE

The Lab Instructor, Applied Communications supports faculty and students within one or more Media/Design/Broadcasting/Communication program areas by maintaining the Department's equipment, facilities including studios/laboratories and workshops. The role includes running, monitoring and evaluating studio/workshop/lab hours that familiarize students with the equipment, tools and operations of studio, labs and workshops. The incumbent's scope of work includes the installation, demonstration, maintenance and trouble-shooting of equipment and facilities. This is a hands-on role which will have the Lab Instructor working closely with faculty and students with the Studios, workshops and laboratory. The Lab Instructor sets up the studios, workshops, lab in preparation for projects/ experiments and will include up to 10 hours per week of instructional duties.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline is required
Membership to a relevant internationally recognized professional association is highly desirable
First Aid qualification is desirable

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Preference is given to candidates with at least 3 years of relevant hands-on experience in Broadcast/
Media/Design/Training Industry
Experience in supervising small studio and outside broadcast operations.
Highly efficient in use of various Software used in Applied Media, especially Adobe products
Should be able to work in both Windows and Mac environment.
Practical skills as evident by knowledge of instruments and devices, relevant equipment and facilities
used within the studios, lab, and other workshop tools and equipment
Practical knowledge about using still/ video camera/operating TV and Radio studios and operating
printers, projectors and other educational technology tools.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated knowledge of studio operations and safety protocol
A high degree of computer literacy and demonstrated ability to integrate technology in the workplace
Strong verbal and written communication skills and a demonstrated competency to interact with
people at all levels of the organization
The ability to work effectively as part of a team in a multi-cultural environment and to cope with
pressure in a positive manner while working to deadlines within a busy and demanding environment
A demonstrated willingness to engage in professional development activities in order to develop and
improve new and current skills, and to adapt to the evolving needs of the organization
Previous teaching assistant experience is desirable

LANGUAGE

Fluency in written and spoken English is essential
Working knowledge of Arabic desirable.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides teaching assistance to Applied Media Faculty during studio hours, workshop and laboratory sessions
Assists in the development and maintenance of teaching materials
Demonstrates the use of computers, cameras, lights, mixers and studio equipment
Supports faculty and students in the design, planning and execution of student projects as required
Receives, installs and maintains lab equipment and supplies
Maintains a schedule of preventative maintenance for all equipment and keeps adequate manuals and maintenance logs for equipment and parts
Controls the distribution of consumable materials and ensures adequate inventory levels for supplies within the lab
Maintains systems and procedures to track borrowed equipment and tools
Observes and reinforces safety and housekeeping procedures and protocol within the lab
Contributes to the development of the HCT by observing and implementing College and system-wide
policies and procedures, and by participating in extra-curricular activities and community events
Travels to other HCT colleges to attend meetings, workshops and conferences as required
Develops an awareness of and respect for the customs and cultures of HCT students and employees
Will perform teaching duties as required
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor

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The Teaching Assistant, Applied Communications supports faculty and students within one or more Media/Design/Broadcasting/Communication program areas by maintaining the Department's equipment, facilities including studios/laboratories and workshops. The role includes running, monitoring and evaluating studio/workshop/lab hours that familiarize students with the equipment, tools and operations of studio, labs and workshops. The incumbent's scope of work includes the installation, demonstration, maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment and facilities. This is a hands-on role which will have the Lab Instructor working closely with faculty and students with the Studios, workshops and laboratory. The Lab Instructor sets up the studios, workshops, lab in preparation for projects/ experiments and will include up to 10 hours per week of instructional duties.

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